The Loadout Room
Professional Gear Reviews
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 […]
As many of you may know, I’ve been writing for The Loadout Room for over 2 years now and would like to introduce someone new. My wife Brandie, has been my steadfast partner for over 20 years now. She’s the Mother of my 2 sons and is always up for whatever crazy adventure we conjure […]
Most guys I know (and a few women) carry a folding knife on them everyday. This knife is not only their utility knife, but also their self-defense weapon if the time comes. If you’re looking for a folding knife to be effective as a self-defense weapon then you need to take a look at the […]
Bladesmith Josh Weston recently introduced a series of leather wrist cuff knife sheaths. The South Carolina-based maker and Forged in Fire contestant plans to take the project to the next level by expanding the line and scaling up production. Weston designed his first wrist sheath to free up his own belt and pockets. “I’m a […]
As a vagabond and digital nomad, I don’t live with bare minimums but with bare maximums, this is how I live my life at its maximum. “Simplicity involves unburdening your life, and living more lightly with fewer distractions that interfere with a high quality life, as defined by each individual.” – LINDA BREEN PIERCE I’m […]
What does one do when they spend 5 months traveling the 1,000 mile long peninsula of Baja? Everything. Get the lowdown from crazed adventure man Leo Jenkins on the must-visit places Baja has to offer.
Knife maker TJ Schwarz is working with Brous Blades to launch the Icon, his first production knife collaboration. The sleek new knife features interesting ergonomic characteristics and is Schwarz’s first design to break away from the custom and mid-tech markets. Schwarz is also expanding in other avenues with plans to distribute unique knives and lifestyle goods through his own new […]
Vagabonding is a minimalistic lifestyle. Living and traveling the world effectively with just the contents of our backpacks. Carrying, buying and using just what we need with complete satisfaction and elegant efficiency. Minimal + Mobile = Vagabond Living a minimalist life may mean less “things”, frugality and active moderation but its actually a way to […]
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