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I don’t know about you, but I’ve gone through several variations of camp chairs over the years. From those $10 specials at the drug store to “high end” versions from the local sporting goods store. Like everything built in this disposable world we unfortunately live in, they came and went with the wind. Busted hinges […]
Unexpected Vehicle Recovery This story begins with a beautiful sunny but cold spring day in Northern Michigan. My work for the day was complete so I decided to recon some trails in the Sturgeon River Valley. With no real plan other than to record tracks on Gaia GPS for some trails I’ve previously seen in […]
My wife and I enjoy hiking in the backcountry, and one thing that has yet to happen to us is finding out that our truck’s battery died while we were gone on our hike. However, it is better to be prepared than caught unprepared and stranded with a dead battery. Uncharted Supply Co. has improved […]
The first time I saw the Osprey Day Lite Backpack was in November 2019 while visiting London and Paris. I was carrying my 5.11 RUSH 12. Not the lowest profile civilian looking pack. I noticed that there were a lot of people carrying small packs that were so common as to go unnoticed. So I […]
The Vault is Uncharted’s new 65-liter duffel bag for many adventures. When operating out of a base camp, it is a good idea to have a duffel bag ready to store bulky items or dry clothes that may be needed during the trip. Having spent plenty of time in the humid forests of Louisiana with […]
After a long roll out, the long anticipated low-profile stove from GSI Outdoors finally hit the market in late 2021. I originally laid eyes on the Pinnacle Pro stove while at Outdoor Retailer in 2019. Manufacturing and various other delays pushed the availability of their premier 2 burner stove back and back. To say I […]
LEADING GLOBAL DESIGNER AND MANUFACTURER OF OUTDOOR GEAR ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE HIGH-PERFORMANCE BACKPACK COMPANY. Austin, Texas – January 31, 2024 – YETI Holdings, Inc. (“YETI”) (NYSE: YETI), a leading premium outdoor brand, today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire MYSTERY RANCH, a premier designer and manufacturer of durable load-bearing backpacks, bags, and […]
Aside from personal hygiene while camping, staying hydrated is a critical health concern and sometimes a challenging task on longer trips. Mainly due to limitations by the amount of water that can be carried practically. This is where some sort of water filtration system comes into play. And one company on the forefront of water […]
As Old Man Winter casts his freezing breath upon the US, most of us don’t consider camping a viable activity. Only foolhardy souls would consider sleeping in a tent when the temperatures are in the teens, right? For the most part, yes, you’d be correct. Living in Northern Michigan, I typically don’t consider driving through […]
During the ridiculous COVID-19 lockdown I decided I was going to use this time wisely and start checking boxes on my list of things to complete on our FJ Cruiser. I recently did a walk-around video on our rig but some readers were asking for more info on the rear cargo drawer slide out that […]
Have you ever wondered what those Special Operations soldiers are seeing through those high-speed night vision devices attached to their helmets? Since the entry price into a decent pair of night vision goggles is around $6000+, most people won’t ever know. Until recently. SiOnyx, has been using digital imaging with enhanced low light sensors to […]
In today’s modern world, having an alternate way to power your electronic devices is becoming more of a necessity rather than a luxury. Some of the problems with solar panels the last few years have been portability and durability. That was until Dark Energy released our featured piece of gear, the Dark Energy Spectre Solar […]
Able Carry is a young brand that is quickly moving up my list of favorite backpack manufacturers. Their backpacks are very well made with high quality materials and stitching. And their pocket layout makes more sense to me than some competitors. The sleek low-profile appearance that Able Carry incorporates across the line seem to blend […]
One thing I never pack when traveling to the islands or anywhere warm for that matter is a beach towel. The conventional terry cloth beach towels are pretty bulky when folded up and are a “no-go” when we’re traveling light. My wife and I typically bring a roller carry-on and towels never make the cut. […]