NEMO Disco Pad Pump

The NEMO Disco pad pump is a clever way to inflate your sleeping pad without puffing moist air from your lungs into the pad.  I started searching for an air pad inflator after using a pad with an integrated pump.  I wanted a lighter weight, more compact pad,and I didn‘t want to pump moist air … Read more

Skip The Knots With The Nite Ize Figure 9

A couple months ago, I bought a few Nite Ize Figure 9’s at a local outdoor store.  As I have mentioned before, I just love knots and string.  The simplicity of the material combined with the endless possibilities and sometimes puzzle solving nature of using string/rope and knots is too fun.  Sometimes though, it is … Read more

FootBalance QuickFit Insoles

A few weeks ago, I was offered a pair of FootBalance QuickFit insoles for review.  I was pretty excited to give them a shot.  Some people may wonder how in the world one gets excited about insoles.  I‘ll tell you how.  My wife has a serious case of plantar fasciitis or heel spurs.  She has … Read more

Taking Care Of Our Natural Resources

Well, you don‘t have to go home, but you can‘t stay here!  Our hammock camping series is wrapping up.  While we haven‘t covered every last detail and piece of gear that can be used in hammock camping, we have hit that major areas.  Insulation, shelter, packs, and of course the hammock have all been covered.  … Read more