Independent Firearms & Outdoor Gear Reviews Since 2007
Hands-on reviews of firearms, optics, knives, shooting accessories, outdoor gear, and more, based on real-world use and testing.
The Arctic Zone 30 Can Self Inflating Air Cooler really surprised me. I wasn‘t sure how well this cooler would perform but I‘m really impressed after a little real-world testing. This cooler held ice longer than I expected even in the sun-baked trunk of my car. Its unique design is especially great if have limited … Read more
The Sierra Designs Clearwing 2 is new this year and it also comes in a 3-person size. Here‘s the short version of this review. The tent sets up super easy. Two people fit inside easily. The tent stood up to 3 days of rain with some thunderstorms. Finally, you get a quality piece of gear … Read more
I’ve been a fan of Zoic since the late 90’s, although they’ve been around since 1994. Of course, I’ll always get back to my roots and support a SoCal brand. So check them out! Everything you need to conquer the trail ahead, and nothing you don’t, the Ether One is a culmination of design … Read more
As I slogged into a 15mph breeze among North America‘s tallest sand dunes, my every footfall kicked up a cloud of fine sand which was caught by the wind and carried back into my lower legs. Until the serious climbing began, I felt a little thrill with every footfall in seeing all that sand carried … Read more
Vancouver, BC (January, 2019)– Hillsound Equipment, the leading producer of winter traction equipment and gaiters for outdoor enthusiasts, is excited to announce the debut of their FlexSteps crampons at the Outdoor Retailer Snow Show in Denver later this month. The FlexSteps traction devices are different than any other traction device that Hillsound has released because … Read more