Opinel Cheese Knife and Fork Set

I love cheese, so I was pretty stoked to get the Cheese Knife and Fork Set from Opinel. This set includes a fixed blade knife distinctly Opinel in style, and a stainless fork. Yes, they’re known for their folding pocketknives, but when was the last time you saw a folding cheese knife? It doesn’t need … Read more

Katadyn BeFree 3.0 Liter Filter – Quick, Easy, Effective

The Katadyn BeFree filter system is a relatively new, award winning filter from Katadyn.  The BeFree 3.0 liter filter uses a hollow fiber type filter to remove all the little nasties in your drinking water.  When I was a kid, we drank straight from the creeks in the woods.  Looking back on it, that wasn‘t … Read more

Pocket Shot Junior

Building on the success of their original design, Pocket Shot has released the Pocket Shot Junior. Instead of firing steel shot or marbles, the Pocket Shot Junior has its own ammo. These small rubber balls are more appropriate than heavy ammo for the backyard or campsite. And they are just the ticket for introducing your … Read more

Gossamer Gear Silverback Review

When you need a mid-sized backpack with a little more room,  Gossamer Gear delivers with their Silverback.  The Silverback has many of the features that have made the Gorilla backpack so popular with hikers and campers, but adds room for more gear. One of the major changes with the Silverback over Gossamer’s best-selling Gorilla, is … Read more

Spyderco Efficient for EDC

Spyderco Efficient

As my first Spyderco knife, I’m more than happy with the Efficient. This inexpensive little pocket knife packs plenty of features into a small package. For its entry-level price, you get more than you pay for, in my opinion. If you’re looking for a gift for someone, or just need a decent every day carry … Read more