Equipment
Garmin inReach Mini 2
In the world of emergency personal location devices, the inReach products by Garmin are game changers. The Mini 2 is quite an improvement over the previous model but not as capable, or as expensive, as the more advanced inReach products. This is more focused on short two-way messages via satellite between the user and their … Continue reading
Black Diamond Mercury Cold Weather Mittens
When the Mercury drops, you’ll want your hands in a pair of these! After my last pair of winter gloves started wearing out, it was time for something new and since I was spending so much time standing around outside is some seriously cold temps, I needed some serious protection for my hands. I’ve had … Continue reading
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
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
