News, reviews and articles about outdoor gear and accessories.
NEWS – If you’re into camping, hiking, or just want to be prepared for emergencies, the PREPARED4X Survival Torch Fire Starter is one of those tools that feels like a must-have. It’s not just another fire starter—it’s designed to be reliable, durable, and easy to use, even in tough conditions. The standout feature here is […]
PREPARED4X Survival Torch – A fire starter that won’t let you down Read More
REVIEW – No matter how much storage space I have at my house, it always seems like I need more. This is true inside my house, in my garage, and in my back yard. To help out with my storage problem, I am reviewing a pair of deck boxes from East Oak for my back
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REVIEW – In 2022, I reviewed the Ocoopa 10,000mAh hand warmer, and I fell in love with hand warmers! It was a wonderful gadget that I still use today when the weather turns cold. It even doubled as a power bank to charge my cellphone if I wanted. But it was rather large in the
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REVIEW – I’ve reviewed one other heated vest, the IUREK ZD938, which I like and still use. However, I wanted something a little lighter and different. The Kemimoto is such a vest, and it sports a few new and unique features that make it an attractive option. Kemimoto was also kind enough to send me
REVIEW – Staying comfortable outdoors has certainly evolved in the last dozen years. Gone are the days of having to start a fire to stay warm. (Fires are still wonderfully inviting and fun, just not efficient.) Ceramic heaters and radiant heaters have been used for a long time, but they are usually large and do
ThermoMate Electric Outdoor/Indoor Patio Heater review Read More
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
The James Brand TJB hatchet review – A stylish chopper for the sophisticated woodsman Read More
REVIEW – I enjoy getting my steps in each day by walking around my property, which is 12 acres in rural Southern Indiana. In the past five years or so, the tick situation has gotten really bad. When I was offered the chance to test out the NATPAT Tick Repellent stickers, I didn’t think twice
NATPAT Deet Free Tick Repellent sticker review Read More
REVIEW – My wife loves hot tubs. Whenever we travel, a hot tub is the first filter on the Airbnb listing that she checks – it’s a “must-have.” I’ve always been opposed to getting one at home due to the initial cost both for the tub, and also to have a new 220V line run
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 – With Summer right around the corner, we are ready for warmer weather and more time outdoors. We are in Indiana, so although our pool is officially open, this mama is not getting in until it is warmer outside. I’ve been looking for something comfy to sit on while the kids are in the
Yaheetech 3-Seat Outdoor Swing review Read More
REVIEW – I’ve always loved the idea of lounging in a hammock on the patio next to our backyard pool. I’ve been looking at hammock stands to do just that — but I don’t want anything bulky or difficult to assemble/disassemble. Anymaka advertises that it only takes three seconds to put this stand together, so
Anymaka hammock stand review – lounging made easier Read More
REVIEW – Bounce houses were always fun for me as a kid, but even though we have our own little one getting bigger every day I hadn’t ever considered buying one. In my childhood they were always things your affluent friends rented or were seen at special events. When the offer to review the Whubefy
NEWS – I’ve been fascinated with pocket watches and small compasses since I was a kid and I have to say that the Path-24 modular compass has me reaching for my wallet even if I’ll never use it in the woods. What is it? The Path-24 is a modular compass with an IPX8 waterproof rating.
This EDC modular compass will make sure you won’t get lost Read More
REVIEW – I’ve been using security cameras inside and outside my house to monitor my property when I’m there and when I’m not there (if you want to know how I use traditional cameras, let me know). I have 12 wooded acres of property, I wonder what’s going on out there when I’m not looking…
Tactacam Reveal X-Pro cellular trail camera review – Critters will smile and say cheese! Read More
REVIEW – When I was a kid, we planned a ski trip to the mountains of West Virginia. The forecast was shaping up to be VERY cold, so my dad got me a pair of heated socks. They were wool socks with a bunch of D batteries in a holder that strapped to your
Kemimoto Classic Heated Vest review – Stay warm, just about anywhere! Read More
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
REVIEW – Some years ago, I had a snowblower with a gas engine of a similar size and shape to the Worx in this review. It was frequently frustrating and a pain in the patoot to start. The fuel smelled awful, stalled at the most inopportune times, and I damaged my rotator cuff trying to
WORX Nitro 40V Power Share 20-inch Snowblower review – Clears away snow in a jiffy! Read More
REVIEW – If you have a house with trees and/or large shrubs, you know how much upkeep it can be to keep things properly trimmed. If you’re like us, you have been too busy and/or poor to tackle the pruning or hire someone to do it. The Saker multifunction mini chainsaw is exactly what we’ve
Saker multifunction mini chainsaw review – punches above its weight class Read More
REVIEW – I already have a leaf blower. It’s a 700 CFM blower from Kobalt, and I like it. It does, however, have a fatal flaw: It requires an extension cord for power. It’s forever getting caught on things in my garage or stuck under one of the tires on my car. It’s not even
AiDot Enhulk 930 Leaf Blower review – all that power! Read More
REVIEW – If you maintain a home, taming the onslaught of renegade flora can be challenging. Sometimes a full-size chainsaw is dramatic overkill. Having the right tools for the job makes all the difference. Make your pruning and trimming needs easy with Alloyman’s CS-BM11 Mini Cordless Chainsaw! What is it? The Alloyman CS-BM11 is a