Showers Pass hooks up with National Geographic

Clearly, this is more than just a one-night-stand. They’re taking pre-orders now, with shipping expected to start on the first of September. National Geographic Partners with Showers Pass, Expands Collection of Waterproof Socks and Gloves DENVER, CO– Showers Pass has partnered with National Geographic to develop waterproof socks and gloves specifically designed for adventuring.   This newest addition … Read more

USA Shooting‘s 2020 Vision: Industry & Community-Wide Support

On gun ranges across the country, athletes patiently execute shot after shot while chasing the same dream to represent their country and sport at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan. It‘s a 2020 vision that unites beginning and veteran shooters alike and today we stand just two years away from a tremendous opportunity that … Read more

Deluxe Locking 3 Bike Hitch Carrier from Allen Sports

With their Deluxe Locking three bicycle hitch carrier, Allen Sports offers quality and convenience in a budget-friendly design. This two-bike carrier offers plenty of features at a surprisingly low price. Our test model’s MSRP of $129.99 makes it very affordable. Yet even at that price, they didn’t skimp on quality or function. Description This welded … Read more

Opinel No. 08 Outdoor Knife

Opinel N⁰08 Outdoor Knife

While not a “traditional” outdoor knife, the Opinel No. 08 Outdoor Knife is a quirky quality tool. Opinel then and now Joseph Opinel invented the now-famous Opinel folding knife in 1890 in Savoie, France. And they‘ve been making essentially the same knife ever since. They offer it in more sizes, and in more materials, but … Read more

LEKI Spring 2019 Trekking Poles

I‘m a big fan of trekking poles and I never go backpacking without mine.  People wouldn‘t describe me as having good balance, and heavy backpacks don‘t help.  Trekking poles help when crossing creeks, when walking on slick or steep terrain, and they help when climbing and descending.  LEKI makes some of the best trekking poles, … Read more

MSR Hubba Hubba NX tent review

Laying in my MSR Hubba Hubba NX tent at the base of the Mount Timpanogos Summit trail earlier this year, I reflected on an important fact. The difference between happy campers and ‘˜soon-to-be‘ non-campers is the quality of their gear. As a young Boy Scout I quickly learned that better equipment equals a better camping … Read more