Want a tough, American-made, assisted-opening pocket knife that comes with a lifetime warranty? Check out the SOG ZOOM Mini folding knife.
Gear Reviews
Sierra Designs Backcountry Bed: First Impressions
We at the Loadout Room are all about a product’s versatility, myself included. I don’t want to use a so-called “one-trick pony.” The Sierra Designs Backcountry Bed falls far from that phrase. I had a chance to check out this ‘newer’ offering from Sierra Designs at the 2015 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market, and have gotten my hands […]
Bowhunting: Day-Hunt Essentials
I prefer to have some vacation time set aside for bowhunting season. Unfortunately, sometimes I fail to harvest a deer during the “scheduled” time and have to keep trying on my days off. When I am not staying overnight, I refer to these hunts as day hunts. The goal is to get a full day of […]
Arc’teryx Venta Glove: Review
The Arc’teryx Venta Glove is a newly redesigned lightweight softshell glove made for multisport use. Due to its trim fit, I’ve used this glove in a variety of activities that require high dexterity. The Arc’teryx Venta Glove is the perfect addition to your glove quiver. No glove will do it all, but the Venta fits the high-aerobic-activity category […]
Merrell Moab Ventilator Hiking Shoe: First Impressions
The Merrell Moab Ventilator Hiking Shoe is constructed of breathable material that makes it extremely comfortable to wear. On hot and dry trails, these shoes will keep your feet dry and cool. When wading through water while canyoneering or portaging a canoe, they drain and dry much more quickly than competitors’ brands. Their traction on dry rock and gravel is excellent, and […]
Paradox Outdoor Alive Base Layer: Review
Staying dry is the key to keeping yourself warm during the harsh winter months when you are outside. Although polyester-based products do a good enough job in that respect, it doesn’t come close to Merino wool. I bought some Icebreakers before I got into the Army, but these cost me an arm and a leg […]
Bowhunting: My First Harvest
It was finally here. Deer season. Hours of scouting and practicing were complete; it was time to do this for real. My buddy Dan and I set out the day before the season opened up and set up camp on national forrest land (free to hunt!). Dan had an archer’s block that we used to make sure […]
Top 5 Folding Carry Knives
As I have mentioned in a few of my articles, I always carry a blade. The knives I choose to carry are selected based upon certain criteria: The handle needs to be long enough for a full-hand grip and ergonomic enough to feel somewhat comfortable in the hand. I prefer a handle that feels good in […]
Badlands Superday Pack: Review
Note: I would like to introduce a new guest writer to The Loadout Room, Marcus Hull. Marcus served in C Co., 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. Since leaving the service, he has sought out adventures from skydiving to scuba diving. Since leaving the military, Marcus has served as a LEO, paramedic, and volunteer firefighter. Today he […]
Asolo Fugitive GTX Boots: Review
The Asolo Fugitive GTX boots are good-looking, waterproof, and offer over-the-ankle support for those aggressive adventures. So if you’re looking for a boot for your next trek—be it a quick day hike, a trip to Everest Base Camp, or a mountain adventure—the Fugitive will get you there. Colors: Black/Gunmetal, Gray/Black/Mandarin, Wool/Black (reviewed here) Sizes available: All standard and […]
