Recreational shooting and other stuff
You know the old adage, ‘˜never judge a book by its cover’? Well, I judged hard core, and could not have been more wrong about the CamelBak Ultra LR Vest. When I first pulled the Ultra LR Vest out of the box I must admit I was extremely intimidated. It just looked like so much … Read more
Some of the coolest products came about not because some company hired designers and engineers and spent money on focus groups, but because someone had some simple need to fulfill, and realized their idea could eventually be marketable. That’s how we ended up reviewing the PocketMonkey. Nate Barr is a mechanical engineer. So he knows … Read more
I can‘t think of anything I like better than spending time with my special guy. We‘re always looking for new and fun ways to enjoy each other‘s company. One of our favorite activities is camping. I love lying under the stars with his arms wrapped around me. One thing I‘ve never loved about camping though … Read more
The Mountainsmith Mountainlight Ghost 50 multi-day pack combines economy, versatility, capacity, and extreme comfort. For anything short of expedition level mountaineering the Mountainlight Ghost 50 provides everything one needs for a successful trek, all for under $190.00. With thousands of miles of backpacking under my belt over the last four years, I have yet to … Read more
Let me start by saying this review intimidated me. A lot of the folks over at TwoSpoke.com call me crazy for the on-the-bike punishment I like to inflict on myself, e.g. The Ride of the Immortals and last year‘s 100 Miles of Nowhere route. Yeah, those rides are tough. Yes, they hurt… a lot. But … Read more
High Peak makes a variety of high quality camping gear at family-friendly pricing. They’re partnered with TentPak, which provides all-in-one backpack/tent combinations. Last year, we had half-jokingly suggested TentPak create a “zombie apocalypse” set, which was more than just a fun marketing exercise, as it contained some serious survival gear. The ZOMBIE Apocalypse Pak™actually made … Read more