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Sleeping on the unforgiving ground in a tent doesn’t always lend itself to a good nights rest. Finding a way to get comfortable on the ground has always been a challenge for me. As much as I love hiking and camping, a solution had to be found in order for me to continue enjoying an […]
Since Afghanistan, the Canadian Forces have been testing various replacements for their current issue assault vest. Our current vest can hold a grand total of 4 AR magazines, and barely has any modularity (except for the side pouches which can be changed). The problem is with the CF, it has used some sort of weird Velcro and tab […]
HEAdesigns is kicking off its new Future Series with the Antidote and the Poison. The company built the knives on the framework of the popular Sabertooth folding comb. The Sabertooth made waves in the gear community as a folding comb designed like a modern, high-end titanium frame lock flipper knife. The Sabertooth was a hit, […]
Of the many activities that I’ve done over the years, hiking still is one of my favorite. Being out in the mountains either alone or with friends is something special. Getting lost in your thoughts just gazing at the picture Mother Nature gives you. But enough of the philosophical me and get on with the […]
Nemo Equipment offers a complete line of well-built outdoor equipment for the adventurous customer. Always pushing the limits in both quality and durability, Nemo Equipment has been a constant in my camping loadout for years. If you’re like me and are conscious of every ounce you put into your pack, take a look at the […]
The GSI Kettle is ultra-lightweight, ideally suited for the ultralight backpacker. It’s made of the proprietary alloy Halulite—as light as titanium.
Snecx Tan of Snecx Design Lab is partnering up with Hoback Knives to bring the Buster knife to market. It is the first time a Snecx design will be produced in large enough quantities to get into the hands of more than just the most fortunate collectors. In December, Tan stunned the knife world with his […]
What’s up guys. Today we will be looking at the Streamlight Sidewinder Compact II headlamp/helmet light. This little light is a solid piece of equipment for anyone from outdoor enthusiast to astronauts. When I first saw this light and received it, I was very skeptical of the design, toughness and lumens. Surprisingly this light is […]
In this review of the Leki Cristallo Trekking Poles, Rick discusses his recent use of trekking poles and how they may save your back and knees.
If you’ve ever spent any amount of time hiking or playing sports, you know that foot odor is one of the more common issues that come up. As a grunt in the Army, it was basically a way of life. It became a chore to find the right product that would leave my boots smelling […]
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