Recreational shooting and other stuff
The Slingfin CrossBow 2 R/S four season, two person tent is a relatively new offering. Slingfin was kind enough to loan me one for testing and review. After carrying the tent in my pack, I think the CrossBow 2 R/S is a well-made tent. The knowledge that went into the design is obvious, and the materials used … Read more
My Lowa Vantage GTX Mid boots arrived just in time for fall backpacking. I‘ve owned one other pair of Lowa boots so I knew what to expect in terms of quality. After walking many miles in these shoes, I can say that my expectations have been fully met. These boots have been worn to work many … Read more
The Folding Firebox Stoves Gen 2 Nano is a well-made, versatile, and very capable piece of backpacking gear. I’ll go into more detail in my review, but that first sentence sums it up. Firebox sent a Gen 2 Nano Combo Kit for testing and review, which includes a stainless steel Gen 2 Nano stove, a Cordura … Read more
Klymit recently introduced the super-size version of their fantastic Insulated Static V sleeping pad. The Insulated Static V Luxe offers all of the great features of its smaller sibling in a larger package. Klymit allowed me to borrow one for a few weeks for some testing and review. For those not familiar with the brand, … Read more
Vasque sent a pair of the new Inhaler GTX mid height boots over for a review. I’ve been wearing these boots nearly every day for the past two months and I‘m pretty impressed. I have owned three or four pairs of Vasque boots over the past fifteen or so years and have never been disappointed … Read more
The GSI Outdoors Crossover Kitchen Kit is a basic collection of some of the most commonly used kitchen utensils and tools. I bought mine from a local outfitter in town. This setup fits in between what an ultra light backpacker and a car camper might carry. For my style of backpacking, this kit is ideal. … Read more