Potentially some of your biggest weight in your ultra-lite backpacking system could be your tent. And yes, it does have its value, the seemingly safe aspect of a shelter while you’re deep in the...
Introducing new products to the outdoor market place can be tricky. On one hand the market is already saturated with new products every day, with each one fighting for your attention. But on the...
Having a reliable GPS unit with you on your adventures allows you to get lost from civilization without worrying about actually getting lost. GPS technologies are ever increasing and for many are a critical...
Perhaps one of the most celebrated days in the month of July, as many of you already know, National Hammock Day is July 22. This is one holiday that brings out the best of...
British Columbia is a hotspot for adventure year round. Bordering the Pacific Ocean, Canada’s westernmost province has a jagged landscape full of Canadian Rockies, impressive glaciers, and enormous lakes. Within these rugged borders lies...
Step into the 21st century and harness the power of the sun. Typically on most adventures the one thing you nearly always have ample supply of is sun exposure. And even more typically, one thing...
Welcome to the wild world of summer. Full of long days, humid weather, and epic road trips; July has the potential to be one of the most adventurous months of the year. And whether...
Get on the cutting edge with Kickstarter. Whether you’re looking for the newest technology before it hits the shelves, are want to be ahead of the curve on the latest design trends, Kickstarter has every...
While many people have different perceptions on what their American Dream represents, Paul Dalham’s dream includes a boat. That’s because Dahlman is the CEO and founder of The American Dream Trailer Company which specializes...
Minnesota, also known as the land of 10,000 lakes, is a well-endowed adventure state. That’s because with such attractions as Voyageurs National Park, The Boundary Waters, and enough bike trails to wear out your...
June is upon us and that means sweet summer smells, late sunsets and early mornings, and a calendar full of adventure activities. It’s a special time of year where mountain bike trails beckon its...
Since Kickstarter.com hit the web-o-sphere in 2009, over 8.6 million people have pledged more than 1.7 billion dollars, effectively funding over 85,000 different creative and independent projects in the process. The projects vary...
Car camping might not be as “extreme” as a 14-day climb up El Capitan or a five month journey on the Pacific Crest Trail, but there is one definite advantage of packing up the...
The East Coast should not be overlooked when it comes to amazing outdoor companies. From the White Mountains to the northern Appalachians, adventure is abound in the New England. And springing from those mountain...
May is upon us and bringing nice weather across the country. With things coming into full bloom, often including work and life schedules, there is no better time of the year to take a...
Once you have your technical gear costs and weight accounted for, the next two things to add into the pack is clothing and food. These two categories are catered towards the environment you’ll be...
Planning any size of a backpacking trip can be a bit overwhelming. Whether you are staying out just for the night or for an entire thru-season, the logistics can swim in your head. From...
One of the essential items to have while backpacking or venturing into the backcountry is a method to cook your food. Camp fires and weenies will only get you so far, and between the...
California has a lot to offer for everyone under the sun. Between 8 Nationals Parks, the Pacific Ocean, and a multitude of movie stars, California has long since been a destination for outdoor enthusiasts,...
April is a wonderful month for outdoor events. On one hand, the last good days of winter stick around long enough to enjoy some late season ski events, and on the other, the fresh...
