The Outdoor Life

DIY: Retractable Kayak Skeg

by Chris Sgaraglino | August 20, 2018 | How To, Kayaking, Reviews

Learn how to add a Skeg to your kayak for better forward tracking.

GoPro 5/6 Extended Battery

by Chris Sgaraglino | August 6, 2018 | Backpacking, Camping, Cycling, Hiking, How To, Kayaking, Photography, Reviews

I have been asked many times how I am getting so much runtime out of my GoPro cameras, so I put together a post on how I get up to 4 hours of runtime w/o having to swap batteries.

Kayaking Robinson Preserve

by Chris Sgaraglino | July 30, 2018 | Kayaking

It was an excellent and relaxing day meeting a few new kayakers with the Kayak Explores & More Meetup Group from Sarasota, FL. Thanks guys for an awesome morning!

Biking & Kayaking at Cypress Glen

by Chris Sgaraglino | July 17, 2018 | Camping, Cycling, Kayaking, Reviews

Named one of the “10 Coolest Places You’ve Never Been in North America” by the World Wildlife Fund, Withlacoochee State Forest is a haven for the outdoor enthusiast. Activities include miles of trails for hiking, bicycling, horseback riding and canoeing.

Photography with Action Cameras

by Chris Sgaraglino | June 20, 2018 | Cycling, How To, Kayaking, Photography

The GoPro is a very tiny action “video” camera with a very tiny sensor and a very tiny lens. It will in no way compete with a $5,000 DSLR with an equally expensive $5,000 lens attached. It’s not even going to compete with a $500 DSLR/Lens Kit. It’s just not going to happen! And by understanding the limitations, will also set acceptable expectations.

DIY Energy Bars!

by Chris Sgaraglino | December 21, 2017 | Backpacking, Camping, Cycling, Hiking, How To, Kayaking

A competitive cyclist’s relationship with food can be summed up in one word: intense. Our love of food runs deep and plays a role in almost every aspect of cycling. A hearty meal is the reward for a long day in the saddle.