Recreational shooting and other outdoorsy stuff
The Tempest Lo from LOWA is a great example of how far we’ve come in footwear design and technology. Hiking boots used to be hot, heavy, bulky affairs that were great for carrying heavy packs on the trail, but you wouldn’t want to wear them as your every day shoes. And going hiking meant spending … Read more
Mountainsmith is known for their packs, tents, sleeping bags, and related outdoor gear. But they also have a great line of bags for taking your photo gear with you when you head outdoors. And for 2014, they got a redesign that was far more than cosmetic. Andy Mann, known for his work with National Geographic, … Read more
I acquired The North Face Tadpole 2 tent a few months ago. I wanted to get a 3 season tent large enough for 2 but light enough for 1 to carry as a solo tent. That‘s a pretty ambitious target, and the Tadpole 2 fits the requirements pretty well. This tent is a free standing … Read more
When we attend Outdoor Retailer, we usual book back to back meetings for three days straight, which doesn’t leave much time for browsing. But this show was a little different. With only a handful of appointments today, we got to spend some time walking the floor and looking at stuff we wouldn’t normally get to … Read more
Here’s another product we’re looking forward to seeing at Outdoor Retailer. The Fuse has a lot more capacity than many of the chargers we’ve seen, and looks to be ideal for cyclists as well as campers. With a 10,600mAh battery, the Fuse may turn out to be the perfect companion for bike touring. – Brian Voltaic … Read more
We’ve been a fan of the tools and flashlights from Coast Portland for some time now. They offer great products at fair prices, and they continue to come up with brighter, versatile, and more durable lights on a regular basis. On the tool and knife side, you’ll find a blade for most jobs, all that … Read more