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 Simple Shower is a lightweight solution for keeping clean. I recently took the Simple Shower with me on a week long camping trip. By the last day, I found that this little shower had really become a very useful tool. All you need to have at your disposal is a one or two liter … Read more
The campfire is a part of camping that I really enjoy. Sitting around while shooting the breeze or just staring at the flames is one part but learning a fire building skillset is fun. The UCO Stormproof Torch & Bottle Opener is great for those times when conditions are not great or just getting a … Read more
With the Boker Plus Exskelibur I Carbon, Boker takes it up another notch. The Exskelibur was already popular, and I have seen many versions, but none as sexy as this. They really went out of their way to make a lightweight knife with premium materials. And it’s at home in the pocket of a gentleman, as well as an … Read more
The Thermarest Slacker Bug Shelter is a full coverage, add-on bug net for your hammock. We have already taken a look at the Slacker Single Hammock and Rain Fly, and the Slacker Bug Shelter works great with these. I‘ve set this shelter up several times now and slept in it quite a bit. This bug … Read more
A while back, Cotopaxi sent us their Luzon Del Dia 18L daypack, and a Lithium 4400 battery pack from Power Practical. This is the perfect blend of two great products, from Utah-based companies. First, the Luzon Del Dia. This 18 liter daypack is just right for everyday use, and outdoor excursions. It has a ripstop nylon … Read more