Category: Gear Reviews (Page 29 of 45)

Gear Review: High Peak USA Swiftlite Tent

Swiftlite Tent

When looking for a tent for backpacking, I want something that is light. That is not the only thing that is important. If it is light but doesn’t last than it is not worth a sense. Also if the weight of a tent was all I cared about I would just take a tarp. Some key features for me are: durability, size, and weight, weatherproof and ease of setting up. In this review I will be going over these key features.

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Summer 2012 Gear Guide: New Shoes for 2012

Columbia Powerdrain

Looking for new shoes this summer? This guide is full of new shoes for summer 2012. Whether you are looking for a new hiking shoe, running shoe or just a shoe to kick around town in, we have you covered. This is our first summer 2012 shoe guide and we will be putting out a couple of shoe guides that are specific to hiking and running. So if you don’t see the shoe of your dreams in this guide, check back soon and see our other guides.

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Gear Review: Is the Geigerrig Hydration Pack a Solution To A Problem that Doesn’t Exist?

Geigerrig Rig 500

A couple months back I was sent a Geigerrig Rig 500 Hydration Pack to see if the pack really lives up to some of the things that I have heard about it. I was amazed at how much publicity Geigerrig has been getting and how strong some people’s opinions have been when commenting on reviews of the Geigerrig. I thought if people really have these strong of opinions about the Geigerrig, there must be something to it.

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Father’s Day 2012 Gift Guide – Under $200

Ecoque Grill

Our second to last Father’s Day guide. This one is full of great products that will run you under $200 but are sure to please.

EcoQue 15” Portable Grill

Perfect for the dad that love to barbeque. Energy Efficient, Portable Grills that combine exceptional performance with unparalleled convenience and versatility — with an EcoQue you can grill, bake, fry, roast, boil and even smoke your foods! EcoQue Grills consume up to 75% less fuel than similar sized grills. By utilizing our Energy Efficient Design, the 15” model can cook a meal for six to eight (6-8) people using as few as 16 charcoal briquettes!

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Father’s Day 2012 Gift Guide – Under $150

Solarmonkey Adventure

If you are looking for a great gift for dad you are definitely going to find something in this guide. Every product in this guide will run you between $100 to $150, but each is worth every penny.

Power Traveller Solarmonkey Adventurer

Perfect for the dad who needs power wherever he goes. The Solarmonkey Adventurer was developed after several years using feedback from real power users in some of the World’s most inhospitable environments.

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Father’s Day 2012 Gift Guide – Under $100

Bolle Anaconda Glasses

I hope that these gift guides have been helpful to you our readers. It has been an enjoyable for me to put these guides together for a couple reasons. One many if not all of these products are products that I would love as a Dad. Also it has been great to think about my dad and what he would like and how much he has influenced me to get out and play in the outdoors. We are still taking entries to our giveaway in our first Father’s Day guide. After looking over these great products, check out our other guides and enter here to try and win a sweet EK Kutt Off Belt.

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