The Outdoor Life

Dedicated GPS or Smartphone?

by Chris Sgaraglino | March 6, 2019 | Backpacking, Camping, Cycling, Hiking, Kayaking

Dedicated GPS or Smartphone? Why a dedicated GPS (DGPS) is far better than any SmartPhone ever will be! Frequently this topic keeps coming up over and over again, and I thought it was about time to lay out my thoughts on the subject. I’m not advocating a single...

First Flight

by Chris Sgaraglino | February 27, 2019 | Photography

Video: One of the best things about Outdoor Adventures is sharing them with others that may not be able to get out themselves.

goTenna Mesh

by Chris Sgaraglino | February 20, 2019 | Backpacking, Camping, Cycling, Free Gear, Hiking, Kayaking, Reviews

Review: When I first heard about the GTM, my initial thoughts were, this was a device that would allow me to get text messages out to the world when I didn’t have any cell service.

Backpacking Green Swamp East

by Chris Sgaraglino | February 13, 2019 | Backpacking, Hiking

Video: A backpack trip into Florida’s Green Swamp Wildlife Manage Area

Oil Well Flats

by Chris Sgaraglino | February 6, 2019 | Cycling

Video: Located in the climate capital of Colorado, this new trail system is rideable year round. This trail system is comprised of fun singletrack trails with a variety of difficulty and terrain making it a great off-season destination when the rest of the front range is covered in snow, and you want a little variation from Pueblo Reservoir.