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Do you want the manly feeling of drinking cowboyĀ coffeeĀ in the morning without all the grounds at the bottom of your cup? Then the Black Rifle Coffee Java Drip is your ticket! The Ultralight Java Drip weighs less than .5 ounces and comes in an ultra-compact design that nests under any standard fuel cartridge. Pack light […]
The ability to have comms and navigation when traveling is critical these days. On a trip to Europe, I used my cell phone and just added on an international plan while overseas. Although that temporary data plan only cost me an additional $10 a day, I still went over my monthly data limit and got […]
The new BMW R 1250 GS: concentrated performance meets impressive efficiency. With the new BMW R 1250 GS you will experience the new Boxer even more directly. An increase in engine displacement brings you even more performance ā pumping out 136 hp and 105 lb-ft of torque. BMW ShiftCam variable camshaft control system ensures consistent […]
Two well thought out items from Madator that came in handy were theĀ FlatPak Toiletry Bottle andĀ Soap Bar Case. Both extremely lightweight and fold flat. The Toiletry Bottle is a welded Cordura bottle that can hold 3 ounces of any liquid soap or shampoo. A screw top lid makes loading it easy. And the flip top […]
With an aluminum frame and rubber gaskets covering the ports, theĀ Pro caseĀ hugs the edges of the iPhone X without rolling over the sides, feeling big and bulky. In fact, the case is so sleek that it feels almost natural holding the phone like Apple designed it themselves. The case comes with two top covers for […]
How many of you on here commute daily on your bike? I use mine as my primary transportation, commuting distance is approximately 80 miles round trip, give or take, depending on if I take the ālong way homeā or direct route. For the average, we shall say itās 80 miles daily, round trip. I live […]
When traveling outside of the country or exploring remote areas, 2 way communication is vital. There are more areas on this planet without cell service than you may think. So that shiny iPhone in your pocket can quickly become useless without a signal. I often kayak in the Great Lakes and find myself out of […]
The tour of the various processes was coming to a close so we were invited to the obligatory tasting (My favorite part). But what I didnāt know was just how awesome of a bar they have. Carved into the pre-existing stone, we were told to follow the dim lights leading into a cool and humid […]
The Muul RuckBucket is truly one of the more unique and versatileĀ packsĀ Iāve ever owned. It is a combination of a backpack and cooler, but with a core feature that sets it apart from similar products ā a 5-gallon bucket inside. This provides added durability and protection for the contents of the pack. Contents are crushproof, […]
I have a lot of bags, probably more than most people. Most of it is due to my job, but some have also been personal purchases. Iāve tested many bags over the years and have my favorites. One thing I have come to accept is that there is no one bag for everything, but Iāve […]