Recreational shooting and other stuff
It’s no secret that I love my Wabi Cycles Classic. If I didn’t own one, I’d still be trying to figure out how to sneak it past the CFO of the house. The ride quality of its lightweight Reynolds 725 steel frame reminds me of my old Ciocc and Basso from the early 90s, when … Read more
This isn’t our first sport sunglasses review, and certainly won’t be our last. We’re going to continue to cover ones with outstanding features or exceptional value, and hopefully both. The USA1 Dual Pro kit from XX2i easily falls into the latter category. What kind of value are we talking here? How about two frames, and … Read more
Interbike. Vegas. Neon shining bright. And not just on the Strip. From my first interview to the time I walked out of the convention doors for the last time, neon was everywhere. Frames, helmets, glasses, gloves, shoes, jerseys…you name it. And so many colors too. Pinks, greens, blues, yellows, purples…all neonized. Though it‘s my guess … Read more
Unless you’re a bear, pooping in the woods usually means digging a hole. For a short time, I was prepared to base this whole article around that single sentence. But really, at 24.5 ounces, the Entrenching Tool from SOG is probably a bit heavier than most backpackers are inclined to carry for any real distance. … Read more
In case you haven’t heard, International Coffee Day is September 29th. Those of us in the know have already scored a cup or two (or three) of “caffé¨ gratuito” from our favorite vendor, and are off to a great start. If you’re reading this through half-open eyes, do a quick internet search for participating businesses, … Read more
In order to fully illustrate the value of the GSI Halulite Ketalist minimalist backpacking cookset as an addition to a 72 hour or emergency preparedness kit, I thought I would see how the unit performed in a few less than ideal situations. It is important to note that the performance of the Ketalist as a … Read more