Recreational shooting and other stuff
“‘Sprongs’ are utensils for those who like to cook and eat outdoors. Spoon, Fork, and Tongs, conveniently together at last.” That’s taken off the Sprongs page on Kickstarter. We have seen more than a few variations of the fork and spoon combo, but this one struck me as really useful, which is why I’m sharing … Read more
There’s a lot to like about the Nepal backpack, as well as Cotopaxi, the company that makes it. This durable 65 liter pack is made to carry enough gear for trips that span a week or more, not just days. It’s got a lot of details that you won’t find on packs of a similar … Read more
My Sierra Designs Flashlight UL 1 arrived at Christmas last year. Somehow, my family knew just what I wanted. I didn‘t drop any hints or anything, really. Of course, the UL version of this tent has now been replaced by the FL version, which is a new and improved, lighter version. (In case they’re reading this) Sierra Designs … Read more
It’s possible that the All Clear is the most unique product offered by CamelBak. Does any other water bottle have a USB port, battery, and LCD display? Or a UV lamp built into the lid? Yeah, it’s unique. We know CamelBak for their hydration packs and water bottles, but the All Clear is made to help you … Read more
My new go-to light hiking shoe is the Arriba II GTX from AKU. As more and more of my spare time is taken up with wildlife photography, I’ve found that I need a good pair of low hikers that can handle a variety of terrain, keep me upright, and provide comfort when I am carrying … Read more
The Folding Firebox Stoves Gen 2 Nano is a well-made, versatile, and very capable piece of backpacking gear. I’ll go into more detail in my review, but that first sentence sums it up. Firebox sent a Gen 2 Nano Combo Kit for testing and review, which includes a stainless steel Gen 2 Nano stove, a Cordura … Read more