Compasses are the foundation of any outdoorsman’s navigation skills. GPS, digital mapping, and electronics are all very useful supplemental tools, but a quality compass will always be a mandatory piece of equipment when traveling off the grid. So, you want to get a new high-quality compass, but you don’t know where to start. Who can […]
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There are many review blogs and vlogs out there that talk about headlamps, and praise whichever headlamp they have recently used as best. They typically focus on the mainstream brands, use them for a weekend, and talk about how awesome they are. There are even some who make their own modular systems with combinations of
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Recently, my Search and Rescue team required me to get some form of personal shelter. I got straight to my research and created a shootout to compare all my options. But first, let’s learn what’s important when you are in the market for a lightweight shelter system.
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If you plan on spending a night or more off the beaten path, a stove will be important for cooking, rehydrating meals, or just boiling water. But what goes into a stove? What should you be looking for? Well, as with all your gear, this comes down to what type of hiking you will be
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Today, the Yeti comes forth. Goal Zero has released it’s new solar generator, dubbed the ‘Yeti.’ A power-beast that is capable of powering a laptop for 30+ hours from a 20-22 hour charge. It also has AC, DC, and USB outputs for all your craziest energy needs in the middle of nowhere. The downside is
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We’ve all heard the inspirational quotes and overused sayings about flight depicting man achieving a bird-like freedom to roam around. Unfortunately, that just isn’t how it has evolved. Today, flying an aircraft is extremely intimidating for aspiring and daydreaming pilots. I don’t speculate either, as I achieved my Private Pilot Certification in 2006 and know
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The Timberland LiteTrace boot is built for hikers who care about weight and performance. Each boot weighs under 12 ounces, which is incredible considering this is an over-the-ankle hiking boot. However, lightweight materials usually aren’t very durable and tend to degrade under heavy use faster than heavier weight products. So, how does the LiteTrace hold
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This just in! A baby knife known as the Kershaw OverDrive 2 (OD-2). This little folder is only 3.13″ long closed, harboring a 2.25″ 8Cr13MoV stainless blade. While extremely small, this blade does have it’s purpose. It is an excellent candidate for the person who wants an EDC blade for everyday tasks but doesn’t want
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Ballistol is a product that I find myself routinely relying on, again and again. If you’re a consistent reader of RigCast, you’ll know that I use it on everything from knives to guns to leather. This is just a video to document another use I found. Recently I came across a Yamaha Rhino with a
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When it comes to Every Day Carry (EDC) blades, everyone has their own preferences. Some want the lightest blade, others want a premium blade steel, while even others want a slim fitting version of their favorite full feature blade. If you’re looking to start carrying a blade, these are the things you should be looking
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