News, reviews and articles about outdoor gear and accessories.
REVIEW – One thing I’m fond of is multi-tools. If I have a tool in my vehicle, backpack, or camping box, I always prefer that it have more than one function if possible. The Adventure Mate 5-in-1 multi-tool is just such a multi-purpose tool, but let’s see how it performs. What is it? The Adventure […]
Adventure Mate 5-in-1 multi-tool review – Axe is sharp enough to shave with it! Read More
REVIEW – When I first moved into my new home, it was the middle of winter and the ground was filled with tons of leaves from the 4 big trees in the backyard. By the time spring came around and the snow melted, I realized that I just had too many projects on my plate
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NEWS – When backpack space is at a premium, the Gerber Freescape folding camp saw collapses flat without the need to remove parts. It features a 12 inch blade that is easily replaceable with any 12 inch blade on the market. That’s right, Gerber won’t make you buy some weird proprietary blade. Thanks Gerber. The
This folding saw from Gerber is perfect tool for your next camping trip! Read More
REVIEW – We’ve lived in our current home for over 20yrs and in that time, we’ve never put up Christmas lights. Why? Probably the main reason is that I don’t have outdoor power receptacles and have not wanted to run extension cords into the garage. Is there a solution? You bet there is. It’s Venusop
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REVIEW: The Ryobi RY40407VNM 40 Volt Cordless Jet Fan Leaf Blower is a ‘uni-tasker’. It simply blows stuff from where it is, to where you want it to be. This is the first Ryobi tool I’ve handled and it has me thinking about other 40 volt Ryobi tools since they all use the same battery.
NEWS – Oh my gosh, I hate raking leaves, so much so, I don’t get to it most years. When I saw the Amazing Rake Ergonomic 3-in-1 Garden Rake, I thought, “Now there’s someone who hates it just as much as I do, but found a clever way to make it much less painful. Yay!”
The clever Amazing Rake Ergonomic 3-in-1 Garden Rake makes raking leaves easier! Read More
NEWS – The Handbaige slingshot is unlike any slingshot I’ve ever seen. Instead of a Y-shaped handle with a rubber band that just shoots rocks, the Handbaige slingshot shoots rocks, arrows, and can even be used for fishing! That’s right, this slingshot has a built-in fishing reel. It also has a flashlight and a laser
This is the craziest slingshot you’ve ever seen! Read More
REVIEW – Recently I was lucky enough to test and review a heated vest. As I mentioned in that review, after many years of living in NEW York, my body no longer seems to like the cold and I am no longer brave enough to venture out into the cold without layers to keep me
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NEWS – Bet you never thought you would want to add an axe to your EDC. But one look at the Tops Knives ATAX and you might change your mind. This is a hand axe with multi-tool superpowers. First of all, it’s small enough to put in a go-bag or backpack. It is made of
The ATAX is a multi-tool axe that you need for your EDC! Read More
NEWS – The UCO Candlelier is a lantern that doesn’t have LED or batteries. It’s old school and uses candles for both light and to heat small containers of liquid like a mini stove. It is made in the USA, features aluminum construction, with a carry handle, and is available in red, yellow, green, and
This lantern never needs to be charged and can heat your coffee! Read More
REVIEW – When I was much younger, I truly enjoyed the winter seasons in New York, and at times I would be outdoors in 50-degree weather with a T-shirt and shorts. These days, the cold seems to hurt my bones and joints, and I look for ways to stay warm when outdoors. Basically, I now
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NEWS – This past weekend, we had our first snowfall. Granted it only stuck around for about an hour before it melted, but it’s definitely starting to feel like winter here even though it won’t officially be winter for another month. When I was a kid, we would go out and make snowmen and snow angels.
Winter is coming, so make it fun with these snow molds! Read More
REVIEW – I’ve been watching the CampStove products from BioLite since they were first introduced in 2012. I was enamored by the concept of charging a device using only wood fuel. When an opportunity to test the latest BioLite CampStove Complete Cook Kit came along, I was absolutely delighted to try it out. What is
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NEWS – In 2017 I first reported about the Adventure Mate 5-in-1 camping multi-tool and now it’s 2021 and they are back with an updated version. Made in the USA, version 2 of the Adventure Mate is an obvious step up from a swiss-army knife or Leatherman tool when it comes to multi-tools for outdoor
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REVIEW – Perhaps the biggest problem facing people who use hammocks is finding the perfect set of two trees to hang your hammock. The Equip Single Point Hammock Stand claims to solve that problem. Well, I couldn’t just take their word for it, so I had to try it out! What is it? The Equip
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NEWS – Have you ever seen a tool like this one? Me neither which is why I thought it was interesting when I stumbled upon it during one of my recent multi-tool hunting surf sessions. This tool from Weyland is called a scotch eye auger drill. With this carbon steel tool, you can quickly drill
Here’s a multi-tool that you can use to build a shelter and the furniture for it! Read More
REVIEW – Several months ago I was able to test and review a leaf blower that I have been using almost every week since I got it. It is powerful and works great for leaves and pebbles and other unwanted debris around the yard. I tried it one time to blow away debris from the
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REVIEW – I’ve used quite a few tents in my days, from tiny to huge and cheap to mid-range/name brand. In fact, some of my earliest memories of camping are of my father connecting separated pole segments for a big canvas tent that was leaky and heavy and took nearly an hour to set up
Hiker Garden 10 person tent review – spacious and sturdy all weather tent Read More
REVIEW – A reliable string trimmer is an indispensable tool for yard work. However, gas models are loud and create noxious fumes, and corded electric units are inconvenient. The Greenworks 24V 12-inch string trimmer with edger mode is a lightweight, feature-rich, battery-powered tool. I have one to review. Read on to see what I think!
Greenworks 24V 12-inch string trimmer / edger review Read More
NEWS – The Helix Backcountry lanterns from Princeton Tec have a unique design that allows them to fold down to a much smaller size when they are not in use. There are 4 different models of the Helix lanterns available including one that is USB rechargeable and can be controlled via Bluetooth. The lanterns have
Here is the folding lantern that you’ll want for your next camping adventure Read More