Hiking & Backpacking

Multitools by Lever Gear

by Chris Sgaraglino | April 12, 2019 | Backpacking, Camping, Free Gear, Hiking, Kayaking, Reviews | 0 Comments

The Toolcard Pro & Bit Vault Two EDC tools to make everyday life a bit easier. The first thing to consider when looking to purchase a multitool is, do you want one that you will wear on your belt or are you looking for something more compact and light to just put...

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Renting vs. Buying Equipment

Apr 10, 2019 | Backpacking, Camping, Camping by Bike, Cycling, Hiking, Kayaking

When renting, there are no long conversations with your spouse about how much all that dust-collecting gear cost and where you’ll be storing it!

Trekking Poles

Mar 13, 2019 | Backpacking, Camping, Hiking

When moving downhill, there is a large amount of pressure on the knees as they help the body slow its descent – Trekking Poles can effectively act as brakes.

Dedicated GPS or Smartphone?

Mar 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 source...

goTenna Mesh

Feb 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

Feb 13, 2019 | Backpacking, Hiking

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

What’s in your backyard?

Dec 26, 2018 | Backpacking, Camping, Cycling, Hiking, Kayaking

Video: Golden Aster Scrub Nature Preserve is just 2.9 miles from the house, this is an excellent place to get away from the hustle.

QuadraPro Solar Charger & Power Bank

Oct 31, 2018 | Backpacking, Camping, Cycling, Free Gear, Hiking, Kayaking, Reviews

Review: You pull out your iPhone to check your Instagram and Facebook accounts, and you see the dreaded RED BATTERY! “No, not now, I still have that awesome selfie that HAS to make it online TONIGHT or no one will believe I made it to the top!” you scream at the top of your lungs.

Adjust-A-Grill

Oct 24, 2018 | Backpacking, Camping, Kayaking, Reviews

Review: There are many times I have been camping and didn’t want to go through the hassle of bringing a portable propane grill and using just a grate over a campfire is always a pain.

What to Ask Before Buying Your First Backpack

Oct 8, 2018 | Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, How To, Reviews

All your peeps are planning an epic hike, and you’re tired of them making fun of you for carrying your necessities in your 1980’s fanny pack and the grocery bag from last night’s dinner!

Camping by Kayak, Bike or Backpack

Oct 2, 2018 | Backpacking, Camping, How To, Kayaking, Reviews

Ideas, Examples, Lists and Considerations for your first overnight kayaking camping trip. There’s enough information to get your head wrapped around what you’ll need.

What is Backpacking?

Sep 26, 2018 | Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, How To, Reviews

Backpacking is a fun and exciting way to travel. To understand what backpacking really is, it’s best to look at what a backpacker is.

Staying Dry in Your Tent

Sep 9, 2018 | Backpacking, Camping, How To

While setting out to enjoy the outdoors, it is always a good idea to follow some simple camping tips – especially those that should guarantee that you stay dry during your camping trip. Being cold and wet are the two things that can ruin a camping trip!

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