Recreational shooting and other stuff
The 2018 Philly Bike Expo is October 27-28 With less than a month to go, the 2018 Philly Bike Expo is on track to be busier than ever for exhibitors and attendees alike with more to see, hear and do.Notable trends this year include more component makers than ever before, an uptick in mountain bike … Read more
Neither a tent nor a canopy, the Kelty Cabana is a lightweight solution when you need a temporary shelter. Although it may have been designed with festivals in mind, there’s no limit to it uses. From chilling at the park, to your kid’s sports, to day trips into the mountains, it’s got you covered. Features Separating the … Read more
Photography is one of my favorite outdoor activities. I’m often reminded of the old quote “Take only memories, leave only footprints”. This has more recently been reinterpreted as “Take only pictures, leave only footprints”. When I set out to capture a wild animal, I use nothing more than a long lens. When I want to … Read more
When my Coast HX3 and HX4 Cliplights first arrived, I wasn’t sure what to think of them. While both have the new efficient COB (Chip On Board) LEDs, the shape struck me as a bit odd. At first glance, they seem designed for just clipping to a hat. That would limit their use. But then I … Read more
For packing light on photo outings, my new best friend is the Backlight 18L from MindShift. For those not familiar, Think Tank Photo and MindShift Gear merged recently. So the MindShift products can be found on the Think Tank site. This line of products for outdoor photographers has the quality and features we’ve come to appreciate … Read more
A friend of mine turned introduced me to Buff a few years ago and I’m now a big fan. I camp in hammocks mostly and use a topquilt in the hammock. Mine doesn’t have a hood so wearing insulation on the head is key to comfort. Oftentimes the Buff Original does the trick. There are … Read more