If you’re a hiker, backpacker, or really anyone that spends time in the backcountry, you need more safety equipment for navigation. Handheld GPS...
Hardshell vs. Softshell Jackets: When To Use Each
When you’re choosing an outer layer for cold weather outdoor activities, you have to choose between a hardshell and a softshell jacket. Both types...
PLBs vs. Satellite Messengers – Everything You Should Know
Nobody likes to think that their backcountry adventures may end in an emergency situation, but a smart outdoors enthusiast knows that sometimes, the...
OnX Backcountry Review – A Multisport Test
The OnX Backcountry GPS App is a popular navigation tool for outdoor enthusiasts, offering detailed topographical maps, land ownership information,...
Complete Guide Backcountry Ski Gear (Ski Touring Gear)
Backcountry skiing, also known as ski touring and randonee skiing, is a highly enjoyable winter sport that will let you see the backcountry in a...
Cortazu Insulated Hard Shell Jacket Review [Tested In Utah’s Backcountry]
We had the chance to test out Cortazu's Insulated Hardshell Jacket. This review will talk about our experience with this jacket while putting it to...
Altra Lone Peak 6 Trail Running Shoe Review
Shoes are one of the most important pieces of gear in your hiking / trail running quiver, and without a quality pair you could not only suffer...
Anker 757 Power Station Review – A Versatile Power Source
A power station can be used for car camping, power outages, van life, power tools, tailgating, and so much more. In this article, we are taking a...
Blenders Aura Goggles Review – Tested in Extreme Conditions
I didn’t plan to test out the Aura Goggles from blenders in extreme cold and snow, but I got them just before a recent trip to Big Sky where it...
Inflatable Vs Foam Sleeping Pads: Your Comparison Guide
In this article we cover the differences between inflatable and foam sleeping pads. We are going to highlight the pros and cons of each, so you can...
The Most Versatile of Fly Rod – Weight, Action, & Length Explained
A “fly rod” is designed to cast an artificial fly onto the water using the built-up momentum of a weighted fly-line. The rod also needs to be able...
Best Anker Power Banks: Your Complete Guide
For most of us, carrying around portable electronic devices is second nature. But needing to regularly power those devices can be annoying,...