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Just before making my biannual pilgrimage to Outdoor Retailer in Denver, a suspicious package appeared at my doorstep. Ok, it wasn’t suspicious, but I wasn’t expecting it. Inside was a nice little care package from one of the companies I had an upcoming meeting with at the show. The contents included Yeti’s new Crossroads Backpack […]
There is something to be said about an all-metal constructed knife. Something about the feel of the metal in your hand and heft due to being all metal. It’s a constant reminder that you have a more than capable blade in your hands. One of those blades that give you this confidence is the SOG […]
While visiting Shot Show, I was fortunate enough to stop by the ZT booth and handle several new knives. One that stood out to me was the sophisticated Zero Tolerance 0450CF, with its striking carbon fiber front handle. For its weight, carbon fiber is stronger than steel and is downright sexy. Spending part of my […]
I try not to be a hipster, but sometimes it’s easy to be accused of being one on account of the beard and love of flannel. One of my favorite flannels is from 5.11 and is called the Sidewinder. Gamers may recognize the shirt from Far Cry 5 where 5.11 partnered with Ubisoft to provide […]
My hands are so bloody tired right now it hurts to type! But to be fair, it was a fun ride to get where I am. I got the 5.11 Tactical Operator’s Axe in for testing and have been ripping through my local flora. The Operator Axe is designed by legendary soldier Kyle Lamb. Mr. […]
Although winter is slowly winding down and spring on the horizon, there is still a ton of snowfall out west. We get a fair amount of snow here in Northern Michigan but dearly lack the terrain features to really enjoy alpine skiing. So we’re packing up and heading to Salt Lake City, Utah to make […]
I’m a traveler, adventurist and part-time explorer. Well, at least that’s how I see myself. Whether traveling to foreign countries or domestically, having the proper luggage remains a key factor. Unfortunately, there is no “one-size-fits-all” luggage. Because of this, the storage area under my stairs is chalked full of various sized bags for different missions. […]
My affinity for SCARPA shoes is evident when you peer into my closet. For over a decade, I’ve been using their shoes for everything from Overland adventure to roofing. Yes, as a contractor, I use the Crux when working atop walls and roofs. Although I’m not a rock climber per se, the style of the […]
Hestra Located in the uplands of the Swedish province of Småland, Martin Magnusson and his family settled and began making gloves in 1936. Magnusson began by making gloves for the local lumberjacks in his workshop. It soon evolved into skiing gloves and now over 80 years later, Hestra is in 25 countries selling over 400 […]
Tom Moran and Spyderco are both pillars in the knife community and they’ve been friends for a long time. The Spyderco Moran Drop Point is one of their best selling fixed blade knives and after my time with it, I see why. The Spyderco Moran Drop Point design has been around for a long time […]
When it comes to staying hydrated while doing physical activity that requires you to be hands-free the Hydro Flask Journey Series 10L hydration pack has your back. After running with a water bottle in hand for way too long I decided to give this pack a shot for my hydration needs on the trail. It […]
When Zero Tolerance showed me their upcoming knife offerings at SHOT Show, the Tim Galyean designed ZT0223 jumped off the page at me. It oozed with the classic lines of past military style knives. In fact, the knife didn’t even look like a folder at first glance. Partly because of the handles semi closed back […]
The Kershaw Static knife is a handy little EDC blade. More of a utility blade than a defense blade, the design is perfect for slicing and shaving. That’s not to say it couldn’t be used in defense, its perfectly capable of stabbing and slashing, but the design isn’t geared that direction. As such, it makes […]
Multi-tools are are an EDC must for many of us. When folded and put away a traditional multi-tool is basically an odd shaped rectangle. If you don’t mind carrying it in a belt pouch, then this typically isn’t an issue. I personally hate things that aren’t guns on my belt, and I can’t carry via […]