Recreational shooting and other stuff
If you’re looking for a new pump to take with you on daily commutes, tours, and epic MTB rides, look no further than the Grifter from Serfas. A cross between a tiny little frame pump, and a full size floor pump, the Grifter could best be described as a compact floor pump. This is the … Read more
The Vargo Triad XE multi-fuel stove‘s size makes it a welcome addition to my bikepacking gear. I have chosen gear that packs well and bags that can be extended to hold quite a bit. However, saving space with items such as my stove opens up the pack for other essentials or more comfort items. The … Read more
One of the most useful (and entertaining) options for your iPhone is not an app, it’s the Olloclip. These handy lenses clip on to the corner of your phone, and allow you to get some really wide shots, as well as a fair amount of detail in close focus macro pics. Note that while it … Read more
I recently tried a pair of Leki Micro Tour Stick Vario trekking poles. These are the newest of Leki‘s Micro series, and use both carbon fiber and aluminum tubing to create a light, high performance trekking pole this is also durable. Using carbon fiber for the upper sections of the pole helps to keep weight down, and the lower … Read more
The Nite Ize INOVA STS Headlamp is so well thought-out and designed that you will wonder how your previous headlamps managed to help you get the job done. The heart of the Nite Ize INOVA STS Headlamp is the company‘s STS (Swipe-To-Shine) technology. Inova’s Swipe-To-Shine design replaces the typical one to three position switch for a swipe … Read more
We all have certain reference points we use to mark the passing of time and seasons: First plants to blossom, first leaves to fall, and first snow of the year. For me, the holiday season is in full swing when Clif Bar releases their seasonal flavors of Pecan Pie, Spiced Pumpkin Pie and Iced Gingerbread. These flavors … Read more