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When I first got into Overlanding, I already owned a Toyota Tundra for work. I figured that it would do the trick and get us places to camp and spend time outdoors. Like most hobbies, I tend to get a little carried away. The research began on Youtube, and a rough outline of an Overland […]
Ever since meeting with the folks that run Rumpl at Outdoor Retailer years ago, I’ve become a huge fan of their products. Original designs, high quality materials and products that make camp life a lot more cozy. And when you’re camping with your significant other, it’s all about coziness. Even when I was in the […]
When traveling overland, the days don’t end just because the sun sets. In fact, some of the best times occur when only the stars and moon grace the nighttime sky. Whether it’s accessing a remote location after sunset or drinking with friends around a fire, having the best lighting is a key component. Since 2008, […]
Almost 20 years since Brad McCarthy originally devised the idea for Maxtrax, a new version has finally arrived. Improving on the already proven MkII version, the new Maxtrax Xtreme is now the penultimate pair of traction boards on the market. I’ve been using the MkII version of the Maxtrax for about 3 years now. Mud, […]
After receiving the Pulsefire LRT (Long Range Torch) from Exothermic for a test session, I can tell you one thing for sure. I have yet to meet someone unwilling to try it out. And I haven’t seen anyone try it out without smiling or laughing after. I mean, who wouldn’t want to throw flames 25 […]
Benjamin Franklin once said, “a place for everything and everything in its place.” It’s a motto we use within our family while boating or camping. Overland travel is no different. Organization is something I’m always working on. And our camp kitchen always seemed to be without a perfect solution. Until recently. Yeti just introduced a […]
The US-744X from MTM | Watch is an elite dive watch dressed up for the boardroom Better known for their tactical watches, MTM | WATCH recently added to their Elite Collection of watches. Inspired by the elusive Virginia class attack submarines, the US-744X is a tier-one diver’s watch. Machined from solid Grade 5 Titanium, the […]
This isn’t the first Helinox product we’ve put through the paces over the years. In fact, the Helinox Sunset Chairs have become our favorite throne when packing light. And the FJ Cruisers limited space requires us to be mindful when packing for a trip. So when Helinox sent me the Table One Large Hard Top […]
The X-Series fire pit from Breeo is the original smokeless fire pit built in Lancaster, PA. For the last 10 years, Breeo’s been refining and perfecting their designs to produce the finest smokeless fire pit in the world. After spending the entire summer around the X-30 fire pit, I can personally attest to the quality of […]
New from Studies and Observations Group (SOG), comes the American made Out The Front Pentagon. Designed and built with the professional in mind, this fast deploying automatic knife is rock solid when needed most. Utilizing SOG’s Dynamic Locking System, the Pentagon is one of the sturdiest OTF knifes once deployed. A common problem with OTF […]
Minimalist design meet maximum performance in the new ZT0230 from Danish designer Jens Ansø When I first received the ZT0230 for review, I had mixed feelings on this design. Up until now, all of my folding knives have one form of locking mechanism or another. This slip-joint design is a non locking pocket knife. This […]
Revolutionizing Eye Protection for the Sport Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Industry. Yuma, AZ – July 19, 2023 – GATORZ Eyewear, a leading innovator in eyewear for the Sport Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Industry, is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking new product, the Blastshield. Designed to transform the way military personnel, law enforcement […]
Yeti is continuing its mission to over-engineer products and charge a fair amount of coin for it. The new Trailhead Camp Chair is no exception. Built to the same bombproof standards as their Hondo Basecamp Chair which I previously reviewed. The Trailhead Camp Chair borrows some of the same tech but re-engineers how it folds. […]
If you haven’t heard, Breeo recently introduced an innovative new product in their Smokeless Firepit product line. We’ve been lucky enough to get our hands on one of the first examples and we love it so far. Much like the X-Series smokeless Firepits, The new Y-Series retains a lot of the same proven technology. But […]