Having clean water is necessary for a safe and enjoyable experience outdoors. One of the ways backpackers, campers and hikers procure clean water is through purification systems. In the spring of this year, UK-based LifeSaver announced they would be producing a small, lightweight water purifier called the Wayfarer and releasing it on February 1, 2023. […]
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The Solo First Aid Kit from My Medic
Assembled by experts in the medical and outdoor fields, the Solo First Aid Kit from My Medic is an essential piece of kit. Sized perfectly for individual use, The Solo FAK easily fits into a cargo pocket, carry-on luggage, belt or backpack. Intended for individual use, the Solo FAK is loaded with the supplies you need […]
Nitecore BP18 | The Ultimate Commuter Pack
When I first opened the box, I thought the Nitecore BP18 is never going to accommodate my daily EDC for personal or professional use. My natural tendency is to over pack but I’m working on that. I’ve been scaling down my pack size to keep things lighter and more streamlined for easier movement. My personal […]
ECOVESSEL Boulder Insulated Water Bottle
I’ve been using an insulated water bottle for the past few years now. Prior to that, I used an old-school thermos for keeping my drinks hot in the winter while working some isolated job sites. ECOVESSEL’s new Boulder is the next step in the evolution of insulated drink containers. With a few additional features that […]
FORLOH is first hunting brand to increase margin of safety by integrating RECCO® rescue technology
MADE-IN-USA HUNTING BRAND HELPS PIONEER USE OF TECHNOLOGY THAT ALLOWS RESCUERS TO SEARCH VAST AREAS OF LAND QUICKLY. WHITEFISH, Mont. — FORLOH, the first hunting brand to manufacture high-end technical apparel that is 100 percent made in the USA, will also be the first to pioneer hunting outerwear equipped with RECCO®, a technology that makes the […]
Phoozy Tablet Case | NASA Level Protection for your iPad
Like my previously reviewed phone case from Phoozy, the 11″ Tablet Case offers a lot of the same protections for your tablet or laptop. Bump protection with the Imactor Core 2.0. IP66 water protection using HydroGuard technology. And even hot and cold temperature protection. This is achieved by using a patented Chromium Thermal Barrier adapted from […]
NITECORE SLB03 Shadow Sling Bag
NITECORE “Shadow” Sling Bag (SLB03) The NITECORE SLB03 Shadow Sling Bag is a well-made, durable sling bag with multiple carrying modes. It is constructed out of black, high density, nylon fabric. It features a quick release shoulder strap the makes it easy to detach and move between three different carrying modes: sling bag, cross body […]
The history behind the name Violent Nomad
When I was on active duty in the Marine Corps and deployed to the Med for 6 months, I had some downtime for reading. Back then one of the more popular book series to read amongst military guys was either Tom Clancy or Rogue Warrior. What really intrigued me while reading these books, was the […]
2021 Red Clay Rally Video | Competing in the hills of Kentucky
Last October, I flew to Chattanooga to link up with a friend that I met at Overland Expo. Our half-cocked plan was to compete in the infamous 2020 Red Clay Rally. A 3 day, 700 mile Overland Rally that spans both Kentucky and Tennessee. And eats vehicles for lunch. Loaded into his 80 Series Land […]
Briggs flannel from Dakota Grizzly | The perfect Autumn companion
North of the 45th parallel, the days are quickly getting shorter as a colorful palette of leaves decorate my yard. And falling faster than the leaves are the ambient temperatures. It’s the start of flannel season in Northern Michigan. Meanwhile, almost 700 miles south in St. Louis, MO, Dakota Grizzly is busy designing some of the […]
Meet Marauder, The Newest Gatorz Eyewear Frame
Yuma, AZ– (August 2022) – Introducing the Marauder, the most rebellious Gatorz frame yet! Being innovative is something Gatorz Eyewear strives for, and with that passion and determination, Gatorz Eyewear is proud to announce the newest frame to its lineup. The Marauder brings a bold new look to your eyewear, and provides a slim new […]
Breeo Introduces the Y Series Portable Smokeless Fire Pit
THE MOST CAPABLE SMOKELESS FIRE PIT. Breeo invented the first smokeless fire pit, and from that day until now we have never stopped innovating. The Y Series is the latest step in the journey and brings with it the potential for adventure. AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE FRIDAY 9.2.2022 for $495 That’s right. We’re taking smokeless fire […]
Hillsound BTR 14” Folding Camp Stool | Better Than a Rock
Lightweight and packable, the Hillsound BTR Stool is definitely Better Than a Rock. I’ve used folding stools previously when attending training or working in situations that required me to be on my feet for long hours. With limited places to sit other than the ground, a nice packable stool can be a lifesaver. The one […]
Kathmandu Litehaul 38 Carry-On Luggage
Here’s a piece of gear I’ve been sitting on for a while. I was slated to test this carry-on luggage from Kathmandu right about the time COVID-19 was unleashed upon us. Grinding my air travel to a rapid halt, until recently. A three-leg flight from Northern Michigan to Chattanooga to compete in the Red Clay […]