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
Zoic’s best-selling Ether is a full-featured, do-anything MTB short. On the feature side, that means you’ll find their detachable Assault Liner, a generous selection of pockets, and some strategically placed venting along the back and sides. The liner is designed like a six panel short, with an excellent chamois and elastic waist and leg grippers. … 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
Coast’s new HP21 is unlike any other hand-held light we’ve seen. With 1317 lumens of output, based on ANSI FL1 standards, the HP21 is akin to holding the power of the sun in your hand. It’s “holy crap, this thing needs a warning label” bright. This is the first flashlight I’ve ever felt the need … Read more
Ever been out for a run or a ride, and had your glasses slip off your head? Amazing how they can land right under your wheel or feet, every time. It’s times like that when a sunglasses retainer of some sort comes in handy. I’ve personally tried several, including one (they’ll remain nameless) that turns … Read more
These Detours D2R panniers measure 12.5 x 8 x 15 and have a total volume of 2,125 cubic inches. They’re designed for mounting on your rear rack, and come nicely optioned with some handy features. Externally, they have a spring-loaded clamp and hooking mechanism for the upper mount, and the lower mount uses a hook … Read more