RIBZ Front Pack

Over the past several months, I’ve been testing out the newest version of the RIBZ Front Pack. It’s made out of 210D water resistant ripstop nylon, and weighs in at about 11 ounces. The capacity is between 500 to 700 cubic inches, so it’s much roomier than you might expect. It has a simple but … Read more

Alps Mountaineering Shasta 3600 Backpack

I recently was able to test the Alps Mountaineering Shasta 3600 backpack. This company was started by Dennis Brune in 1993. Located in rural east central Missouri, Alps Mountaineering has a great story that you can check out on their website. The focus of the company is to produce quality products at great prices that … Read more

2014 Dahon Models Now Available In North America

DUARTE, CA ‘” April, 2014 ‘” Dahon, the worldwide leader in folding bikes, has announced that its 2014 Boardwalk S1, Ciao D7, Mu P8 and Vybe C7A models are now available at Dahon dealers throughout North America. Dahon Boardwalk S1 The Boardwalk S1 is the perfect example of simple is better ‘” featuring a single-speed … Read more

Grilliput Firebowl XL

The Grilliput Firebowl XL is a versatile accessory for anyone packing light, but still needing a quick and safe way to enjoy an open fire without the bulk of a large grill. It weighs 12.55 ounces, is less than 9 inches across, and folds down into a nice compact form that is only about three … Read more

Zippo Hand Warmer For Toasty Hands

One of the products we were lucky enough to try out this past winter was the Zippo Hand Warmer. If you spend much time sitting outdoors in the cold, this is a product worthy of your attention. Zippo took their lighter classic lighter design, and with a few changes, came up with what looks like … Read more