The Outdoor Life

Morsel Spork

by Robbie Arkovich | November 10, 2020 | Backpacking, Camping, Camping by Bike, Cooking at the Barn, Hiking, Reviews

It’s been six weeks, 10 rides (4 on my Cross and 6 on my MTB) just over 100 miles – and now a small but expensive problem has cropped up! Are the SIDI Carbon Dragon 3 MTB Shoes worth all the hype?

AYAMAYA Family Camping Tents 6 Person

by Robbie Arkovich | April 9, 2021 | Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, Reviews

Instant tents, a tent that, well, sets up in an instant, are becoming ever more popular and are seemingly designed for car camping and truly fit the description of convenient.

Moza Aircross 2

by Chris Sgaraglino | March 16, 2021 | Backpacking, Camping, Camping by Bike, Cycling, Kayaking, Recipes, Reviews

See the results yourself with this collection of shots taking on the rough terrain of Florida’s Flatwoods Swamp country.

UV Sun Protective Clothing, A Game Changer

by Chris Sgaraglino | March 18, 2021 | Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Reviews

I love the UV Protective Active Apparel and wear them all the time. There are so many companies making functional and stylish clothes it becomes challenging to know what good and what to look for, especially at these hire the cotton prices.

What is “Boondocking”?

by Chris Sgaraglino | March 15, 2021 | Camping, Opinion

In the simplest of terms: Boondocking has always been about camping, not living! But that does not mean that full-timers can’t Boondock. It’s more about how and where you camp.

Staying Dry in Your Tent

by Chris Sgaraglino | February 1, 2021 | Backpacking, Camping, Camping by Bike, How To, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding

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!