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Clackamas, OR (March 18, 2020) – Warn Industries (WARN) today announced the acquisition of Factor 55, a manufacturer of highly engineered rigging hardware for CLOSED SYSTEM WINCHING™, a winching technique that uses rigging comprised entirely of closed link hardware. Similar to WARN, Factor 55 is a premium brand operating in the vehicle recovery market. The […]
For those of us trapped indoors while the world figures out how best to handle and defeat the COVID-19 virus, many of us yearn to be outdoors. The Gear Bunker is all about spending time outdoors. It’s how we operate. And as we patiently await the “all clear” order and get back to normal life, […]
Sometimes you come across a video that just inspires you. This video was originally published on Outdoor Research’s YouTube channel but I feel compelled to share it here. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy. “In summer 2011, Outdoor Research athlete Kyle Dempster took off on his bike across Kyrgyzstan with a couple mostly-accurate maps, […]
One thing I really like is a product that works as advertised. Yeti has been producing well-engineered products for years now. I’ve been a fan and continue to stand behind their products. We all know how well the Rambler line-up holds in heat or cold for most of the day. Now we have the ability […]
Bag and Apparel Maker Providing Patterns, Instruction and Distribution Assistance As reported by the NYT, CNN, and others, there’s a nationwide shortage of protective face masks for healthcare professionals. With the news of doctors willing to use bandanas as protection, and an influx of requests from doctors at private practices asking for help, Chrome Industries […]
In Costa Rica, you’ll often hear the word Tico amongst the locals. Almost as often as the phrase Pura Vida or “pure life”. They proudly refer to Costa Rican males as Ticos and for the females, Ticas. Costa Del Mar recently introduced a new frame under the same moniker. This masculine wrapped frame is a […]
alsoMe and this backpack could be singing “I’ve been everywhere man,” in unison. In the last few months, I’ve taken the Yeti Crossroads backpack down plenty of long roads. From Vegas and SHOT Show to controlled burns and expeditions through the woods, water, and city. It’s become my go-to choice for a daypack for a […]
With 2020 underway, Studies and Observations Group releases two new products: Kiku XR folding knife and ParaShears multi-tool. For outdoor users, Kiku XR is a rugged folding knife with a powerful styling that harkens to its Japanese DNA, for situations that require a quick-opening, super sharp knife. Made in collaboration with famed Japanese knifemaker Kiku Matsuda, it makes […]
5.11, the global innovator of technical, purpose-built gear, debuted its biggest product launch of 2020, the all new 5.11 A.T.L.A.S. footwear collection last month during the Shooting Hunting Outdoor Tactical Trade Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. As the name implies, the All Terrain Load Assistance System footwear series features three styles: an eight-inch Boot, Mid […]
In an ideal world, avid skiers would own half a dozen pairs of skis or so. Colorfully lining a dedicated wall in the Garage. One for high-speed carving on those bluebird groomer days. Another GS ski for the local club or beer league races. A fat pair of skis for those sloppy second days when […]
French professional skier, filmmaker and entrepreneur, Candide Thovex has moved on from snow. Too easy. I’ve watched several of his “One of those days” videos over and over. Looks like he’s bored skiing on snow at this point. He moved on to water in last years video “The Wave“. And now? Why not the Great […]
Since it’s winter and we’re talking about boots, heated socks, snow shoes and skiing, it’s fitting that we discuss how to keep those cold wet boots dry. Wether you’re on a multi day hunt, or a week long skiing trip, keeping your footwear warm and dry is critical. Often times, boots get kicked off in […]
If you’re not crawling out from under a rock and have seen seen a James Bond film, you know there is a fair amount of action. Planes, trains and automobiles flying all over the place and copious amounts of explosions. During the filming of No Time to Die, the Land Rover Defender was the subject […]
With over 40 years of alpine skiing under my belt, you’d think I have my kit dialed in by now. And for the most part, I do. But one problem that occurs once and awhile is my damn cold feet. Some ski boots are warmer than others but you really don’t find that out until […]