Reviews
From hunting rifles to fishing rods, backpacking to car camping gear, these hands-on outdoor gear reviews will leave you ready to make a decision.
The Best .30-06 Rifles of 2024
The .30-06 Springfield cartridge is arguably the most significant cartridge in American history. As Ron Spomer put it, it’s “the Grandaddy of ...
10 Best Coolers of 2024
We have over 60 different coolers currently sitting in a storage unit that we have acquired over the past couple of years ...
Midland GXT1000VP4 & GXT1050VP4 GMRS Radio Review
There are a plethora of great license free FRS two-way radios on the market. However, these radios are limited in the amount ...
4 Best Cheap Walkie Talkies That Are Still Useful
We tested four budget-friendly two-way radios and rated them by range, clarity, ease of use, and durability. In this review, we’ll share ...
Cobra MicroTalk Walkie Talkie Review (ACXT345/ACX390)
Due to the plethora of license-free radios available, choosing a walkie talkie can be confusing. Over the past year, I’ve tested various ...
Pass On the Cobra RX680 Walkie Talkie, Here’s Why
You really should carry a walkie talkie with you on your next outdoor adventure. They’re small, light, and easy to use. In ...
Motorola T600 Waterproof Walkie Talkie Tested & Reviewed
Being able to communicate with an individual or a group is important in both outdoor and urban environments. Another place that walkie ...
DeWalt DXFRS800 Walkie Talkie Review (As Tough As They Say?)
With its iconic yellow and black color scheme, DeWalt is well-known for making high-end power tools. It also boasts an increasing list ...
Rocky Talkie 5 Watt Radio Review: Fresh Upgrade to Old Tech
I won’t lie. I am a big fan of the original Rocky Talkie radio, now called The Mountain Radio. Over the past ...
Only the Best Black Friday Deals at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s 2023
There are so many outdoor gear deals on Black Friday that it can be hard to decipher which are actually the best ...
The Best .308 Hunting Rifles of 2024
There are dozens, if not hundreds of different models of rifles chambered in .308 Winchester, so finding the best 308 hunting rifle ...
6 Best Wheeled Coolers of 2023 and 3 to Avoid
Ever tried to lug a fully loaded cooler all by yourself? All too often once you get where you’re going, suddenly everyone ...
Rocky Talkie vs BCA BC Link Walkie-Talkie Comparison
Backcountry Access and Rocky Talkie make two of the best FRS two-way radios for backcountry communication. They are both well-made and easy ...
Hands-on Motorola Talkabout T800 vs T801 Review (Same Thing?)
Motorola has been making radios for a long time, and that expertise shows with the Talkabout 800 and the Talkabout 801. It ...
BCA BC Link Review: Backcountry Access BC Link 1.0
Even with expanding cell coverage, small hand-held radios have a place. Being able to communicate at the press of a button is ...
5 Best Ultralight Backpacks of 2023 (Complete Buyer’s Guide)
Last spring and summer, I was able to test 5 of the best ultralight backpacks on the market, and they are still ...
Springbar Skyliner vs Classic Jack 140 (I Own Both)
I’ve recently had the pleasure of trying out two fantastic tents that have caught my attention: the Springbar Skyliner and the Springbar ...
Rocky Talkie: a Real-World Review
Despite the expansion of cell coverage, small handheld radios continue to have a significant role in communication. The convenience of being able ...
Sitka Camo Review (3 Items I Regret Not Buying Sooner)
Sitka Gear has long been regarded as a top-tier brand in the hunting apparel market, known for its high-quality products that come ...
Springbar Skyliner Tent Review
Winter camping in cold weather or snow can be miserable if you can’t stay warm. Likewise, summer camping in a tent that ...