Recreational shooting and other stuff
The Free Range Hunter from CRKT is a welcome addition to my knife collection. I’m always on the lookout for a simple, but well-made pocket knife, and like most outdoorsmen, I own several knives, yet still find myself browsing them in stores and online. My tackle box has two “multi-tool” knives, my backpack has a fixed blade, and I … Read more
Oveja Negra, which translates as black sheep, is a bikepacking bag company from Salida, Colorado. The name is meant as a reference to those whose love for the cycling life sets them apart from the flock. What sets Oveja Negra apart is their attention to detail and outstanding quality, along with very reasonable prices. The Gearjammer … Read more
The Casio PRO TREK series got an upgrade in the form of a new sensor engine. If you or someone you knows spends time outdoors, well off the beaten path, these new V.3 watches would make a great gift this holiday season. They’ve reduced the size of the direction sensor by 95%, and it uses … Read more
Earlier this year, Polar sent us a few of their insulated 24oz bottles, in some of the new colors options. Rather than just write about them myself, I handed them out to my coworkers (some of whom also happen to be part of our testing group), and asked for their feedback once they had used them for a … Read more
There‘s a new wave of LED lighting that‘s sweeping the outdoor industry, one of which is the Luci Lux. This inflatable solar lantern made by MPOWERD was extremely intriguing to me because it’s lightweight, waterproof, and rechargeable. It seemed to be a great light for both camping and backpacking. The Luci Lux weighs 4oz and in its collapsed … Read more
Stanley has a new Mountain Coffee System for that coffee-loving outdoor enthusiast on your shopping list this year. And knowing how much we love a good cup of freshly brewed coffee at home, work, or far away from it all, they were kind enough to send us the 1.1 quart version to make sure it’s a worthy … Read more