REVIEW – If you spend any time with a vehicle in the outdoors, you’ll encounter a need for a shovel. It can be for digging out of a snowbank, cleaning out a fire pit, or for me most recently, seeing an awesome patch of wild roadside black eyed susan and bee balm (wild flowers) to […]
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NEWS – The Petromax HK500 is a pressure outdoor kerosene lamp invented in 1910. It’s hand-assembled in Germany and features temperature-resistant borosilicate glass and optional accessories that will turn it into a heater and a stove. The one quart tank has a burning time of 8 hours and a light output of 500 CP (candle
This steampunk-style kerosene lantern will level up next camping trip Read More
NEWS – The Rova X6 is a portable chair that is made of carbon fiber, weighs only 2 lbs, and can be set up in seconds. Made of two parts and inspired by the design of ancient Viking chairs, the Rova X6 is made of 2 parts that nest together for easy carry (lash it
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NEWS – Your backpacking setup won’t be complete without a small, compact fishing kit like the GoReel Hand Reel Fishing Kit from Tuff Possum Gear. Made in the USA, this small fishing kit gives you everything you need to catch some trout for your next meal during your outdoor adventures. You get a small “tackle
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NEWS – Backpackers know that pack weight is a top priority, so here’s something that takes minimalism to the next level. It’s a toothbrush head that fits into the lanyard/carabiner hole in most sporks. The Trailbrush from Trail Stuff doesn’t have its own handle, so it’s ultra-lightweight and compact. But when you attach it to
Turn a spork into a toothbrush for ultralight camping dental hygiene! Read More
REVIEW – It’s rare when a new development in outdoor gear surprises or impresses me. Usually, unique entries to the market turn out to be more about gimmicks and less about usefulness and practicality. The Tentsile Safari Stingray Tree Tent, however, is one new product that definitely lives up to the hype. This inventive shelter
Tentsile Safari Stingray Tree Tent review – Defy gravity and embrace adventure! Read More
REVIEW – You’ve probably used a french press to make coffee at some point by now. You’ve probably also used a thermos to keep your precious coffee hot. What would you say if I told you they could be the same thing and make great cups (plural) of coffee? Enter the BruTrek 48 from Planetary
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REVIEW – One principle I’ve always lived by is that, just like good socks and underwear, one can never have too many hatchets. With PNW weather uncharacteristically great this summer, my hatchet-using opportunities have increased significantly, so it’s time to add to the family. While I still love my Gerber Bushcraft Hatchet that I reviewed
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REVIEW – While I continually look for ways to simplify my overlanding gear, I’ve found that a lot of compromises need to be made. With limited space and payload, weight and portability are prime considerations for everything I bring along. Always complicating matters is the unknown quotient of food and cooking supplies. Cooking fuel, in
Stoke Voltaics Nomad Cooking System review – Ditch the propane and cook off the grid! Read More
REVIEW – I’m continuing to build out my “adventure vehicle” for longer road trips. I have a power station, a portable refrigerator, and a few compact camp chairs. What I don’t have is a way to heat drinks or snacks. I was intrigued by the Stoke Voltaics Kettle Pot because I didn’t need a whole
Stoke Voltaics Kettle Pot review – Add this to your camping EDC Read More
NEWS – The Daggerfish handreel fishing “pole” is an ingenious and versatile tool that every camper, prepper, and minimalist angler should consider adding to their kit. This compact and lightweight fishing system combines a rod, reel, and tackle box into one handcrafted package, making it ideal for those who value simplicity and portability. Compact and Lightweight
REVIEW – The more camping gear I research and acquire, the more I’m amazed at some of the latest space-saving innovations they showcase. Bringing larger items, like a table, along on a camping trip has always required some advanced Tetris-like packing skills. Since testing the Helinox Table Four and Café Chair, however, I can put
Helinox Table Four and Café Chair review – Portable table and chairs set for fun!!! Read More
REVIEW – Spending any significant amount of time living outdoors requires a lot of equipment, planning, and special considerations. One of the most important things to plan for is what’s known as “the bathroom situation.” Every time I invite someone along on an outdoor adventure lasting more than a day, the question I’m most asked
REVIEW – Summer is right around the corner and in Southern California that means beach trips, and while I’m not much of a camper, I do enjoy a lightweight camp chair for the beach. Typically camping stuff is lighter and more compact than stuff made for the beach, and when the Sitpack people came out
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REVIEW – As someone who enjoys camping now and then, I still go out in a tent, pack up a cooler, and build myself a fire. Since I enjoy the semi-rugged aspect, I still sleep on a mattress on the ground. When I noticed the Elegear Self-Inflating Sleeping Pad, I was thrilled to see a
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NEWS – Campers, hikers, and other outdoor poopers will want to check out this gadget before their next adventure in the wild. It’s the Holey Hiker Bidet, and it just might change the way you do No.2 in the woods. Made in the good old USA, this tiny plastic nozzle fits on most water bottles
Now you can add a bidet to your EDC and no, I’m not joking! Read More
SPONSORED NEWS – Spring is finally here. Whether you’re planning some spring camping, a long-term road trip, or simply enjoying the great outdoors, you don’t have to sacrifice modern comforts for the call of the wild. With the right portable power generator, all of your electronics and appliances can stay fully charged and running to
Spring into endless outdoor fun with BLUETTI solar generators Read More
NEWS – Gerber has just announced its first-ever outdoor cookware collection. I got on the early notice list last month when they announced a tease about something new coming. They say “The ComplEAT Camp Cook Collection allows you to prep, cook, and serve without sacrificing space and utility.“ On their website, I see a ComplEAT
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REVIEW – It seems like most of the activities I’m involved with involve mud. Caving, mountain biking, and trail running can get you very dirty, often far from any “normal” places where you could clean up. Additionally, you usually end up with muddy gear. This leaves me with the option to drive home sweaty and
Flextail Max portable shower review – clean off, anywhere! Read More
ARTICLE – Here is a selection of gift ideas for the people on your holiday list who love to get outside for camping, traveling, and more. Also, be sure to check all of our other 2023 holiday gift guides! Topo Global Travel Bag For the traveler, look no further than the Topo Designs Global Travel
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