News, reviews and articles about outdoor gear and accessories.
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! […]
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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
REVIEW – This has been the first summer in my new home, and I have been able to enjoy several outdoor activities including gardening with my wife. She is great at designing landscapes and selecting and planting beautiful plants. At first, I enjoyed watering them several times weekly. Now that I am very busy with
Orbit B-hyve XD Hose Faucet Timer review Read More
NEWS – No room to set up or store a full-sized a fire pit or a grill? Or would you like an easy-to-use fire pit and grill for your camping adventure? Then check out the Fireflower Spark. Constructed of 14 gauge 304 stainless steel and created with a no tools needed design, the Fireflower Spark
The Fireflower Spark is a 2-in-1 fire pit grill that goes where ever you go Read More
NEWS – So the WalkinPod Mesh with Bug-Screens is a real thing. I did a double-take and started laughing when I first saw the photo in a CNET post. Apparently, the product was released in preparation for the Brood X cicadas. I commented to my husband that it looks like someone flipped a mesh clothes
WalkingPod Mesh with Bug Screens – A new type of “wearable”? Read More
REVIEW – In the last year I’ve been transitioning to battery-powered tools for working in my yard. After I reviewed WORX’s cordless fan, I purchased their weed eater. SnapFresh then sent me their leaf blower and their hedge trimmer, both of which I liked. The most recent lawn tool that I’ve been testing is a
SnapFresh Cordless Lawn Mower review – not enough power Read More
REVIEW – Summertime is here and now that we finally moved into our new home I am spending a lot more time outside trying to get my yard into shape. Garden hoses and I have a love-hate relationship. I love a good long garden hose that won’t kink and can reach all parts of my
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REVIEW – As I continue to enjoy reviewing Litheli tools and how much they help me around my home, I have been focusing on gardening. This Litheli 40V 22″ Cordless Hedge Trimmer is my next test as I deal with some unruly trees that I need to shape up. What is it? The Litheli 40V
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REVIEW – Most of us have spent our entire lives using gasoline or corded electric lawn tools. I had infamously bad gas lawnmowers when I was a kid, where you had to yank the starter cord 10 or more times with all your kid-strength to get it going, then you had the hassle of mixing
NEWS – The Rodless Reel might look a little bit like a fidget toy, but it’s actually a fully functional fishing reel but without a rod. That’s right, you can catch fish without needing a collection of bulky fishing gear when you have the Rodless Reel. Even though it features a compact lightweight all plastic
The perfect fishing gear for minimalists Read More
REVIEW – Over the last few months, SnapFresh has released several new additions to their line of cordless tools. I’ve already reviewed their leaf blower, drill, and hex wrench–and for the most part, I’ve liked them–so I’m going to take a look at one more: The SnapFresh Cordless Hedge Trimmer. What is it? This is
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REVIEW – Here I go again with another exciting opportunity to review another Litheli tool. This time around it is the Litheli 20V 12″ Cordless String Trimmer / Edger. Here we go!! What is it? The Litheli 20V Cordless String Trimmer,12-Inch Battery Powered Grass Trimmer & Wheeled Edger features an automatic line feed for grass
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REVIEW – Now that the pandemic restrictions are slowly being lifted across the country it’s time to get back out there and travel. For me, travel means jumping into my Toyota FJ with my adorable canine co-pilot, Addy, and hitting the road. While we’re out adventuring, keeping our food and drinks cold is a constant
AstroAI Electric Cooler review Read More
REVIEW – Here I am back again all excited as I get to test and review another Litheli product. In case you missed anything, so far I have reviewed the Litheli Chainsaw, Pole Saw, and Lawnmower, and I simply love their tools. This time around, I am reviewing the Litheli 40V Cordless Leaf Blower with
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NEWS – Made in Canada of heavy duty eighth-inch thick laser-cut stainless steel, this tool will turn a log into an outdoor firepit or grill in minutes. The Sportes MITI-001 log grill aka Canadian candle requires that you split a log into quarters with an ax and then set the MITI-001 on top to form
This tool turns one log into an outdoor grill or firepit Read More
NEWS – The Tyger Auto Shovel is a 16-in-1 multi-tool shovel that is constructed of military-grade solid carbon steel and aerospace-grade anodized aluminum tubes. The magic is in the tubes which screw together to create the shovel handle. But that’s not all they do. Each tube is its own tool. In addition to the shovel
This shovel is the multi-tool you need for your next outdoor adventure Read More
REVIEW – Although I grew up as a Scout (and made Eagle) I’ve never used a hydration bladder. For me, it was always canteens. My son is training for a 50 mile hike this summer, so he’s got many training hikes planned. I thought I’d have him try it out! But first, a look at
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REVIEW – Once I purchased my new home a few months ago, I started working on obtaining the tools that are necessary to keep the DIY projects going and the cost to pay the PROs down. A pressure washer is a great tool for jobs around the house. I got the opportunity to test the
WORX Hydroshot Ultra WG649 High Pressure Hand Held Cleaner review Read More
REVIEW – Over the past few months, I have tested a Chainsaw and Pole Saw manufactured by a company called Litheli. Their products are battery powered and the two that I tested worked great. I have since become a fan and now that it is Spring and the grass is growing again, I get to
Litheli 20V 13″ Cordless Lawn Mower with Brushless Motor review Read More
NEWS – We’ve reviewed several Trayvax wallets over the years, but their latest product is quite a bit different in a good way. It’s the Trayvax Ration portable cooking kit which is designed to hold your cooking gear, utensils, and food in a rugged, built-to-last powder-coated steel box. The Ration features a dedicated compartment for
Trayvax Ration is a portable kitchen for outdoor camping and more Read More