Do you have several half-filled fuel canisters taking up space in your gearbox? I always seem to wind up with partially-filled canisters at the beginning of each backpacking season. But it’s hard to rely on them, so I’ll often just purchase a new canister. What if you could use something like the FlipFuel™ fuel transfer …
Our world is always changing. I originally wrote that first sentence in 2018. How little did I know how true it would become over the last four years? It has changed indeed, but the need for the top-rated Osprey travel backpacks remains…or should I say has returned. The Top-Rated Osprey Travel Backpacks Wherever you’re planning …
Now that I’m the proud owner of a Sunlite travel trailer, I’m camping a little differently and I needed the Vic Offroad AtemPower folding solar panel to keep my RV’s battery charged. I’ll cover the specs, features, and my likes and dislikes in this Vic Offroad folding solar panel review. If you need a portable, folding …
So you want to know what’s on my hiking essentials checklist? I recently met a few folks that told me a near-miss story. They went snowshoeing in the Sierras without backpacks. That meant no water, no food, no first aid supplies, no nothing. In the late afternoon, they realized they didn’t know where they were. …
Sometimes, a cheap headlamp just won’t do the trick. Other times, you need a handheld flashlight that really brightens things up. Whether you’re camping, working on an RV or vehicle, or you just need a new flashlight to prepare for the next power outage, the Blackfire rechargeable waterproof flashlight is more than your run-of-the-mill light …
When it comes to paddleboarding, kayaking, truck camping, or lakeside lounging, a portable waterproof speaker brings the fun..k. Now, you clearly have the freedom to choose whatever music you want to listen to, but this Blackfire portable waterproof speaker review is going to focus on the features and functions of the speaker itself. It’s up …
Some of our travels are international and others keep us local. Fortunately, these four Patagonia travel bags can be used for your next adventure, no matter how big or small! Patagonia Travel Bags for your Next Adventure Quick disclaimer: None of these are “backpacks”, although some have “pack capability.” If you’re looking for a hiking …
In the interest of helping anyone looking for a new backpack, let’s take a closer look at three cheap Osprey backpacks that are perfect for summer day hikes. Buying a cheap backpack doesn’t always pan out, but in the case of Osprey packs, you’ll still get a quality pack that should last for several summers. …
It’s essential to put a solid foundation in place before you start building. When hiking or backpacking, your feet are your foundation, and that’s why I’ll spend more on the best hiking socks than I will on most of my other camping gear. If you don’t take care of your feet, it simply doesn’t matter …
I’ve been on backpacking trips where unexpected allergic reactions occurred miles away from rescue or transportation. I’ve had a personal near-miss where I lost consciousness and tumbled 25 yards down a hill before coming to rest (luckily safely) on the banks of a rolling river. And that’s why I want to share my thoughts on …