Interested in clean, free, portable power? Solar power is more than just great for backcountry comforts, but it is also an invaluable asset in a power outage or SHTF event. Even though the basic technology has been around for over 150 years, the consumer market for portable solar panels is still in its infancy. The […]
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If you spend a lot of time out of doors, any time with SAR folks, or have ever met an REI employee, you have seen an ABC watch. ABC watches are the big, bulky, hockey pucks that people wear on their wrist that give out Altimeter, Barometer, and Compass readings, or “ABC.” ABC watches are
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Unbeknownst to most readers, before RigCast became RigCast.com, it existed as “GearTest” over at Tumblr. At the time, Tumblr made sense. Free, simple, and direct. As GearTest grew, and I became interested in pursuing it more seriously, I found Tumblr to be too restrictive with SEO, searches, and the UI wasn’t that great. I decided to
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If you’ve been thinking about buying an AR or just started learning about ARs, there are some things you should learn about the weapon system first. In specific, the differences between consumer-grade quality, and mil-spec quality. To help, I’ve compiled a guide of information that should help you get started. Wise up before investing serious
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While 550 paracord is an essential part of every kit, and one of the most versatile survival tools you can buy, it is important to know that you can not rely on just any 550 paracord. As with most products, commercial marketing has pulled the consumer’s mind out and put it in their pocket. Most
550 Paracord is Not Created Equal Read More »
While doing the R3 on the Porter Cable C6110, I had a malfunction with my DSLR SD card. After I took the SD card out of the computer, to put back in the camera, it wouldn’t stay in. I would push it in, but the camera would just reject it. I’ve never seen this before,
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Every man’s garage needs an air compressor. Whether you are a professional mechanic, or just despise the coin-operated air compressors at the local gas station (or the people there), an air compressor is more than a want, it’s a need. I like to work on all my gear myself because it helps me learn more
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I would like to extend my thanks to RigCast readers by giving them 20% off their entire order at Goal Zero. To claim 20% off your Goal Zero order, use promo code “tmart” during checkout on Goal Zero’s website. Love, RigCast
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I like to keep my gear clean. I like to take care of it, because it takes care of me. I want to get the most for my money, and I want to extend the longevity of my kit as long a possible. It takes a lot of work to routinely accomplish this. I’ve come
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There’s a lot to be said about the Hoodlum, and most of it already has been published. There’s plenty of videos and reviews of this survival blade all over the web that I’m sure you’ve come across already, and it deserves every single one. This blade is special to me for many reasons, as I’m sure
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