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Damn Bugs! Sawyer Products has Insect Repellents to get them to bugger off!
So how did a company that’s known for specializing in water treatment products end up selling insect repellents? Well I touched base with my rep at Sawyer and asked her directly and the response was brilliant! “We actually had our insect repellents as part of our product line before we added the filters. Our CEO … Continue reading
Algonquin Park – August 2014
Ever get the feeling that no matter how simple your plans are, that Fate is just hell bent on throwing them out the window? Well I sure do. It was a simple enough idea…load up the motorcycle (a Russian Ural with a sidecar) and go camping for a few nights. I packed up the bike … Continue reading
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter – Review
If you’re planning on spending any amount of time in the woods, you’re going to need a means of treating your water so that you can safely drink it. Sure if you’re going car camping, you can bring all the water (and other assorted beverages) you will need or want for a few days. However, if … Continue reading
Primus OmniFuel Stove – Review
If you’re serious about your camp cooking and are very short on space, then the Primus OmniFuel may be just what you’re looking for. The first time I used the stove, it was very cold and although I had heard just how reliable and durable the stove is, I was a bit pessimistic about how … Continue reading
GSI Glacier Dualist – Review
Weighing in at 695g, this great little cookset from GSI is perfect for the avid backpacker and as its name suggests, it’s ideal for two people. The kit is available with an aluminum pot as well, which obviously weighs less, but the stainless steel pot can handle more heat and be placed right in the … Continue reading