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We use personal headlamps all the time while camping, hunting, fishing or traveling overland. So I was excited when asked to try out a new design from Knog. The Bilby isn’t like any headlamp I’ve ever used and I wasn’t sure about the design when I first opened the box. But after fiddling with it […]
You just wrapped up another long hard work week and are looking forward to the weekend. As you leave the office and walk out to the parking lot, all you can think of is the weekend. Throw the briefcase in the backseat, take a deep breath and turn the key. Nothing… Try again and again […]
For over 120 years, C.C. FILSON has been outfitting prospectors, anglers, hunters and the like. Pioneering his way to Seattle in the late 1800’s his timing was impeccable. With the Great Klondike Gold Rush kicking off in 1897, Seattle was the hub for prospectors heading north to Alaska. Stocking up with provisions, FILSON was poised […]
A little over a year ago, Olight sent me a Classic style lantern to review. And we’ve been using it ever since in our camper and out in the yard. It works great, and we’ve really enjoyed this addition. Recently I got my hands on the new and improved OLIGHT OLantern Music LED Lantern. Featuring […]
Compact, lightweight and very effective at removing snow. The Stealth Shovel from the DMOS Collective, although small, punches above its weight. With a lineage that includes shovels like the Alpha Driveway, Alpha Expedition and Delta, it was time I finally offered my thoughts on the smallest snow shovel of the bunch. Living in a northern […]
For those who travel overland, their rigs are their temples. Well thought-out and organized for self reliance and efficiency. At least, that’s what I’d like to think our FJ Cruiser embodies. As I set out on various adventures, I constantly run through my gear checklists. Meticulously loading the vehicle and insuring everything is somehow secured. […]
In the quest to outfit my Toyota Tundra for Overland use, countless hours have been spent scouring the interwebz for specific products. Watching reviews (yes, we watch others review products as well) to figure out what works and what doesn’t. The Rigid Insert Panel-MOLLE (RIP-M) from Grey Man Tactical is the result of both research […]
Best way to travel Costa Rica, Nomad America It’s been a few years since we last visited Costa Rica. With coastlines on the Caribbean Sea to the east and Pacific Ocean to the west, this volcanic country has a diverse geography. There are 14 known volcanoes with the tallest measuring over 11,000′. And six of […]
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, […]
Spending time outdoors can create smelly people and gear, which can leave your vehicle smelling like a stink bomb and send your family and friends running for the hills. After hiking or transporting my dog, I often enter my truck, notice a stink, and want to destroy the stench. Ozonics Hunting has an answer to […]
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 […]