Recreational shooting and other stuff
A friend of mine joked that he always looks for the lightest camping gear possible, as that allows him to bring more donuts. That’s just crazy talk, though. Donuts don’t weigh that much. But if you’re serious about trimming some weight off your gear without giving up any comfort, check out the Lite ‘˜n Fast … Read more
Between trade shows and local outdoor retailers, I’ve looked at and tried on a lot of backpacks this year. One of those that caught my eye was the Revival 65 from Sierra Designs. With its single aluminum stay, it’s quite different from anything I’ve worn so far. The Revival 65 is also pretty rich when … Read more
Looking for a great gift, or really thoughtful stocking stuffer? If you’ve got a skier or snowboarder on your list, check out Lorpen skiing and boarding socks. No snow? That’s ok, their Tri-Layer hiking socks would be make any recipient happy too. We reviewed the Tri-Layer Runner socks back in March, for our “Joy Of … Read more
Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, I lost the joy of running. Riding my bicycle, getting a driver’s license, and joining the workforce probably all played a part, but it’s that last bit that probably did the most damage. Working at various office jobs meant hard sole shoes with a deep shine. And time on the … Read more
Last month, we brought you a preview of some new boots from Bearpaw, and this month we’re doing a more in-depth article on one new model from the women’s line, and one from the men’s as well. (It’s a crazy week when I can review and write about cycling shorts and snow boots, but that’s … Read more
Don’t confuse Dr. Scholl’s Shoes with Dr. Scholl’s, the footcare company. While the latter is still making orthotics for your grandma, and wart remover for your wife’s uncle, Dr. Scholl’s Shoes is busy designing footwear that appeals to a younger demographic, one that demands style with comfort. Admittedly, that’s a somewhat risky proposition, but from … Read more