Recreational shooting and other outdoorsy stuff
I‘m currently running Campy‘s Shamal Ultra 2-Way Fit wheels. The internet is full of comments about these wheels being very difficult when it comes to mounting tires. So maybe it’s a common trait among Campy alloy wheels. Great wheels but I dread getting a flat. Tires are impossible to mount without lots of muscle and … Read more
After having more than a few mishaps myself with flying debris, suicidal insects, and tree branches that were poorly-placed way too close to my favorite trails, I appreciate sunglasses that offer a high level of protection. Wiley X is one of those brands, and they’ve been pretty good about addressing the needs of active women … Read more
There are many fears that each backpacker has when they are on the trail, from injuries to severe weather conditions. One such fear (especially for someone with an emergency preparedness mindset) is not having something that you need when you need it. Of course, you can’t bring everything with you. The SmartLite from HighGear is … Read more
It’s been almost a year since I saw my first pair of Betabrand Bike to Work Pants, and I figured that National Bike Week was as good a time as any to show the good folks at Betabrand a little love. The logic behind them is pretty simple – pants you wear to work are not … Read more
With this being National Bike Month, where we celebrate by doing things like riding our bicycles to work, even if we happen to have a car in the garage, I found this press release both relevant and thought-provoking. While many may view the bicycle as a toy, piece of sporting equipment, or the transport of … Read more
Limited-edition CLIF Bar Inspired by Cycling Trips in Italy Thanks Fans for 20 Years of Adventure EMERYVILLE, Calif., May 15, 2012 -In celebration of the company‘s 20th anniversary, Clif Bar & Company Founder and Co-CEO Gary Erickson created GARY’s PANFORTE, a limited-edition CLIF® Bar full of fruits, nuts and spices that was inspired by … Read more