REVIEW – Ever since Covid hit in 2020, I have not had a chance to take a multi-day vacation outside of the state of Texas where I live. I am stoked about a 5-day hiking trip I planned for Utah in May. One of the things that I always carry in my backpack is a […]
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NEWS – The Tail Table from Space Innovation Labs is an accessory for your next road trip adventure. It’s a floating table that has been designed to hook into the U latch in your car, SUV, or van’s trunk or rear cargo area. The Tail Table features a food-safe cutting board area and the table
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REVIEW – The Decked X Pathfinder Survival Kit is thoughtfully packed with quality gear that can help someone off the grid to survive in an unexpected emergency. I counted 22 items in the kit. I didn’t cheat! There are 10 alcohol swabs that I counted as one item. This kit is very well supplied. What
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NEWS – Don’t want to sleep on the ground the next time you camp because of bugs and such? Then how about sleeping in a hammock? But not just any hammock, the Kammok Outpost is a portable hammock stand that has a special ball hitch mount that you can connect to your vehicle. This folding
NEWS – I doubt anyone would consider an axe as an important part of their EDC compared to a multi-tool. But the 5.11 Operator Compact Tactical Axe has some interesting features that make it worth looking at. First and foremost, this is a small 10-inch axe that is made of stainless steel with a black
Can an axe be a multi-tool? 5.11 thinks so. Read More
NEWS – The Überleben Tindår Wick is an aluminum tube with a paraffin-coated wick. To use this “match”, you pull out the wick, fluff the fibers on the end, and then use a Ferro rod to spark the wick. Paraffin is really flammable so the weatherproof Tindår Wick is quick to light. The tube doesn’t
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NEWS – Here’s a chair that will make your time around the campfire even cozier. It’s the GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker. Yes, you can take a rocking chair on your camping trip. The GCI rocker is a folding chair that features a sturdy powder-coated steel frame that can fold down for easy transport. The chair
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REVIEW – Very recently my partner has shared with me the wonderful world of hiking. I have exactly zero shame in admitting that when choosing trails, he picks the ones that have the most opportunities where we can stop and “take in the scenery” (AKA Cat can remember how to breathe and not expire). What
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NEWS – How many times have you tried to take your slow cooker to a family gathering and it’s tipped over in your car and caused a terrible mess? The Presto Nomad slow cooker solves that first-world problem like a champ. The Nomade might look like a cooler, but it’s really an 8-quart insulated traveling
This traveling “crock-pot” will be the hero of your next camping trip or family reunion! Read More
REVIEW- The WolfWise UPF 50+ Easy Pop-Up Beach Tent is a small beach tent for up to 3 people that’s relatively simple to set up and a quick way to get some shade What is it? The WolfWise UPF 50+ Easy Pop-Up Beach Tent. The name pretty much says it all. The WolfWise site states
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REVIEW – I have a thin air pad that I use when weight is a concern but for those longer camping trips where I can park right next to my campsite I wanted something a little more comfortable since my back isn’t getting any younger. Let’s see if the Elegear 4 inch Inflatable Double Sleep pad
REVIEW – Sometimes you come across a product that just instills the desire to get out and use it. MoonShade from Moon Fabrications is one of those products. All packed up it’s just over 2ft long, 6″ in diameter and 8lbs, it’s small enough to just leave in your car should the urge to drive
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NEWS – Folding knives aren’t just for your pocket EDC. They are also for your next camping adventure! The nCamp Food Prep folding chef’s knife features a 5-inch blade made of 9Cr18MoV steel and a handle made of Beech wood. The knife opens for full-sized cutting comfort and folds for storage and convenience. You can
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NEWS – Hiking and camping are wonderful ways to get outside and enjoy nature. I like hiking in my own woods but where I live the terrain is not flat. There are a lot of gullies and ravines. I usually grab a long stick at the beginning of the hike to use as a walking
This multi-tool walking stick will make your next hike amazing! Read More
NEWS – Although I’ve never lived in a city and currently live in the middle of the woods, I’ve never gone camping before! Crazy right? If I ever do decide to go camping, I’d seriously consider taking the nCamp multi-fuel stove with me. This little guy looks impressive. First of all, it’s made in the
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REVIEW – With the unofficial start of summer upon us, it’s time to dust off the camping, hiking, and backpacking gear and prepare for adventure. For me, one of the most important considerations when heading to the great outdoors is knowing when I will be able to eat. Not just when I will eat though,
REVIEW – Perfect for camping, picnics or even the mundane task of keeping things chilled while grocery shopping, the Hcalory 35L Portable car refrigerator / freezer can come in handy in these and many other situations where portable refrigeration is needed. Let’s look at what this portable refrigeration unit has to offer. What is it?
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NEWS – I know that it’s not even the first day of summer yet, but you and I both know that before you can blink, it will be autumn. So why not get a jump on the season by checking out these great-looking heated camp chairs from KUMA. Whether you just want one chair for
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NEWS – If you’ve ever wanted to take a boat with you on your outdoor adventures but thought it would be way too heavy to carry, then the Uncharted Supply Co. Rapid Raft inflatable raft might be a great solution. This durable nylon raft folds down into a 15 x 5 x 5 inch package
This 6 ft inflatable raft folds down into the size of a loaf of bread! Read More
NEWS – The Xergur Camping Tripod Board is a stainless steel plate that is designed to make primitive campfire cooking easier. The plate has four holes in it. Three of the holes are for branches to create a cooking tripod and the center hole is for the included chain that has a hook to hang
This gadget will make campfire cooking much easier! Read More