Recreational shooting and other stuff
Easton Mountain Products has a reputation for innovative outdoor equipment. Last month, they announced the launch of their new Kilo 1P ultra-light one-person tent. Like the original Kilo, which not surprisingly, was a winner of a 2011 Utah Innovation Award, the Kilo 1P is designed as a more comfortable alternative to that glorified high tech … Read more
High Peak has a reputation for producing high quality products with moderate prices which has seen them become one of the top names in Europe for outdoor gear. They are quickly building a loyal following on this side of the pond, too. Their new Alpinismo line is a favorite of the Outsider crew, and anyone … Read more
One of the qualities we appreciate most is innovation. Between trade shows, our local shops, and the internet, we get exposed to plenty of gear. But it’s the companies that seek to continuously improve both their quality and features that hold our attention the longest. Jetboil is one of those companies, and their Flash™stove has … Read more
Though they are probably best known for their polar proven winter footwear, Canadian-based Baffin actually offers a comprehensive line of footwear for all seasons, as well as extreme weather apparel. With the very late (as usual) arrival of spring in Utah, I had the opportunity to test out the men’s Amazon shoe, which is from … Read more
It’s no secret that I like to cook (and eat). I also like well-designed, high quality goods that are made to last. So I’ve been spending a lot of time on the Jacob Bromwell website, in the hopes that my kids will take a hint this coming Father’s Day, and get me something cool for … Read more
As part of Johnson Outdoors Gear, Eureka! is one of a group of companies owned in whole or part by the SC Johnson family. This is the same family that has been providing the world with everything from household cleaners and pest control to Ziploc bags, since 1886. It was Samuel Curtis Johnson, Jr., a … Read more