Gear Box: Supplies for Life Off the Beaten Path (Winter 2016)
SureFire Sidekick This ultra-compact and powerful LED illuminator looks, feels and operates like a car’s key fob. Press the button for a wide, smooth 300-lumen beam of light that illuminates all dark areas, providing peace-of-mind navigation with a useful range well past 50 meters. It also features
Catch of the Day: From Hook to Pan
A great thing about traveling to far-flung destinations that are out of reach to most of those not traveling via four by four is accessing that secret fishing hole that few others know about. It’s seldom crowded and always stocked full of fish. After setting up
Made the Cut: Bushcraft Knives for Wilderness Survival (Winter 2016)
HELLE/UTVÆR Overall Length: 8.3 inches Blade Length: 3.9 inches Blade Material: Sandvik 12C27 Stainless Steel Blade Thickness: 0.12 inches Handle Material: Curly birch & Vulcan Fiber Weight: 5.6 ounces MSRP: $270 CRKT/SAKER Overall Length: 9.2 inches Blade Length: 4.5 inches Blade Material: 1075 Carbon Steel Blade thickness: 0.14 inches Handle Material: Walnut Weight: 3.2 ounces MSRP: $125 BRADFORD/GUARDIAN4-SABRE GRIND Overall Length:
Chasing Tail: Freshwater Fishing in a Kayak
You don’t have to own a big boat anymore. Should you feel an itch to catch some fish, you can now strap a kayak to the roof of your vehicle and head out to your favorite lake, stream or river in quick time. In fact, the
Extended Hours: Modern Off-Road Lighting
You’ve been out on the trail all day, and you’ve worked yourself further away from basecamp than you thought. With the sun sliding down towards the horizon faster than anticipated, you realize that you might not make it back before dark. Driving over rough terrain in
Sack Time: 14 Sleeping Bags to Stave off Nature’s Chill
You’ve never had such a good night’s sleep as the one experienced in the wilderness a few thousand feet above sea level. The oxygen is thinner than you’re used to, it’s always cooler than normal, the air is decidedly cleaner, and you probably had an exciting
First Responder: Practical First-Aid Tips
S—t happens. You know that. Whether you’re into outdoor recreation, hunting, sports, or even if you’re concerned about violent events that can happen during your daily routine, you need to be prepared. A little first aid can go a long way. Whether you’re preparing to deal with
Backcountry Tire Repair Essentials For Your Next Adventure
Be prepared with backcountry tire repair know how. Tires carry us to work, the store, and the backcountry. When exploring off the beaten path, there’s always the chance that we’ll experience tire failure. Punctures and slices are common as sharp sticks and jagged rocks are always