Motorola MR350R FRS/GMRS Two Way Radio Review

When I rode with a large MTB club in SoCal, we’d sometimes split up into smaller groups, and head out onto different trails. There always seemed to be a handful of us that brought along two-way radios, so we could keep in touch and join up at the end of the ride. They also came … Read more

High Peak Lite ‘˜n Fast Sleeping Pad Review

A friend of mine joked that he always looks for the lightest camping gear possible, as that allows him to bring more donuts. That’s just crazy talk, though. Donuts don’t weigh that much. But if you’re serious about trimming some weight off your gear without giving up any comfort, check out the Lite ‘˜n Fast … Read more

ShieldSAK From Loksak

If your next outdoor adventure takes you across country, or around the world, the ShieldSAK should be on your list of things to pack. With cell phones, many credit cards, and the new US passports now containing a small chip with your personal data, a new breed of high-tech thieves can steal your personal or … Read more

Jake ID – Personalized Gear ID Products

Here’s another stocking stuffer idea from Jake ID. They offer personalized gifts that are inexpensive, durable, and perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, as well as travelers, pet owners, and more. Each Jake ID is constructed of black nylon webbing with your custom information woven into the webbing. The red on black makes for an easily-readable, high … Read more

Cold Weather Wear, Part 3

Even here in the mid-South, some serious cold is already moving in.  There have been several mornings, and even some afternoons, where it‘s just too cold to get away with only arm and knee warmers and/or long-sleeve base layers under summer jerseys.  Still, adding heavier outer layers to your cycling wardrobe doesn‘t mean you have … Read more

New Products From RideOut Technologies

RideOut Technologies is proud to unveil the Storm Quest Saddle.  The Storm Quest is the first bicycle seat optimized for the tactical needs of police, campus patrols and airport security riders. It is the latest addition in the acclaimed Carbon Comfort line of innovative bicycle saddles.  Following the same tradition of the Carbon Comfort seat, … Read more