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This COAST EAL40R Rechargeable+ Lantern review covers a compact emergency lantern with far more output and flexibility than the older COAST Emergency Area Light I reviewed over ten years ago. The original version topped out at 375 lumens. This updated EAL40R reaches 2,500 lumens, runs on a rechargeable battery pack or six AA batteries, offers … Read more
Over the past few months, we’ve been testing out the FirePit+, which is a highly portable wood and charcoal-burning fire pit from BioLite. Yes, you can take it just about anywhere. Or use it right in your yard. And it’s great for putting out heat, or cooking anything from hot dogs and burgers to roasted … Read more
July may be National Grilling Month, but true believers know that cooking outdoors year round is the way. My patio has a collection of “tools” for making meals. Whether it’s smoking, grilling, or even baking a pizza, it all tastes better when made outdoors. It just so happens that Dickies is my brand when it … Read more
For over a decade, hikers have enjoyed the MSR Pocket Rocket. This canister stove wasn‘t the absolute lightest stove out there but it is not heavy by any means. The Pocket Rocket is best known for its toughness and reliability. At least that‘s what the people that I know say about the stove. This year, … Read more
The Sea to Summit X Set 21 is a full setup for solo backpacking. A stove, utensils, and the food are just about the only other items you‘ll need to prepare meals in the woods. I‘ve been enjoying this cookset for several weeks now and I really can‘t find much to complain about. The pros … Read more