I have a passion for getting outside and for fitness. Anytime I can combine the two, I’m all in. Hiking is a family favorite for my family. The adventure of going out into the woods and exploring new trails and terrain unlocks the human mind and spirit. I also like rucking for fitness as an […]
Adventure & Travel
Prepared for adventure: Philosophy intro
*Republished with permission from Eric Davis Blog You no longer need to prepare for emergencies: Flood, fire, hurricane, earthquake, terrorist attack, industrial accident. Whatever. Sure, anyone of those things could thrust us into a “Bug Out” situation; but nobody is really worried. Sure we could be forced into the streets with our families alongside thousands […]
Cannae Celeritas roll top pack: A minimalist pack for travel and adventure
Lightweight and minimalist are how I tend to prefer my gear so I was excited to get then new Celeritas roll top pack for review. I took this pack with me on a trip to Hawaii and it definitely lived up to my expectations. It was very easy to compress down into a very small […]
American completes inhuman feat of endurance and solo-treks Antarctica
An American has become the first person to complete a solo hike across Antarctica. Colin O’Brady, from Portland, Oregon, just finished the astounding 930-mile endeavour. The trek took him almost two months — 54 days to be precise. He completed it without any external assistance whatsoever. That means no dogs or machines to push his […]
Best dive compasses: Which one to pick and how to use it underwater
*Published with permission of Cast and Spear Have you ever been lost? Maybe you were at the store with your parent and got distracted and the next thing you knew you were alone… The panic starts sinking in. What happens if I can’t find them again? What if something happens to me? Top Dive Compasses Great Dive […]
The Pack-Saw from Outdoor Edge: A portable bow saw for the outdoorsman
Outdoor Edge is a very clever company. in the year of our Lord 2018, it has to be hard is it to bring something new to the industry regarding saws, knives, and outdoor tools? What hasn’t been done? Well, Outdoor Edge seems to find new and innovative ways to bring new tools to life. The Outdoor […]
Photo of the day: Using Uber in Mexico
Loadout Room writer Nick Betts on using Uber in Mexico with a few simple tips on personal safety. He draws on his experience from doing close protection work for celebrities and DoS personnel domestically and abroad in high threat environments. “There are a number of things I do to ensure safety. Sit behind the driver, always. Also, talk to him […]
How to survive holiday travel: A flight attendant dishes on flying like a pro
Traveling around the holidays is generally pure hell. The stress of seeing family, the long lines, and the delays all come together to create the perfect storm of travel nightmares. This year, the American Automobile Association (AAA) predicts that about 33 percent of all Americans will travel for the December holidays, which is more than four percent […]
Photo of the day: 3 things that kept us warm at Overland Expo
Three things that kept us warm at Overland Expo East. Outdoor Research Illuminate Hoody, delicious Black Rifle Coffee and a pair of Hydro Flask 12oz coffee mugs. The Loadout Room thanks you for the support!
Rumpl’s Insulated waterproof Ground Cover
Rumpl makes some of the warmest, coziest blankets around. For a couple of years now, our family has become a total convert. From the original puffy blanket to the Sherpa, Beach Shammy Towels and now the Ground Cover. Often times while at a concert, picnic, camping or just a day at the beach, we find […]