Going Prepared

Backpacking Again

Thanks to Going Gear, I haven’t overnighted in the woods in over a year.  The last trip we did was last January to Cumberland Island, and calling that roughing it is a stretch.  Now that I have lackeys employees, I … Continued

Backpacking Again

Thanks to Going Gear, I haven’t overnighted in the woods in over a year.  The last trip we did was last January to Cumberland Island, and calling that roughing it is a stretch.  Now that I have lackeys employees, I … Continued

Photo Contests Are Back On!

We stopped running photo contests in the forums about a year ago, which was 100% my fault.  I’m making an effort to get the forums active again, so we’re going to start things off with a new photo contest.  The … Continued
Camelbak Better Bottle in Tritan and Stainless Steel

Camelbak Better Bottle in Tritan and Stainless Steel

Camelbak Better Bottles are my preferred delivery method for hydration, with their high durability, ease of use, and no spilling.  I talked about them a while back and my enthusiasm has not diminished. I always go overboard with the tipping … Continued

10 Essentials List

George over at Modern Combative Systems has posted a nice article about the 10 Essentials that he carries on a daily basis in his self described “Bag of Evil.”  He works as a self defense and tactical trainer, so the … Continued
New Suunto Compasses and Watches

New Suunto Compasses and Watches

Suunto compasses are widely regarded as the finest in the world, so I made a special effort to pick them up a while back when customers asked for some compasses that could be used for real orienteering as opposed to … Continued