The Running Event: Best of Show
This past week we took a bit of a road trip down to Austin, Texas for this year’s Running Event trade show to test out and see the industry’s newest brands and gear. Here...
Review: Cotopaxi Luzon Backpack
The Luzon 18L Daypack is as unique as the adventures you can take it on. The designers at Cotopaxi decided that, like snowflakes or fingerprints, no two bags should look the same. So rather...
Review: Korkers Devil’s Canyon Boot
I first saw these boots while cruising the show floor at IFTD 2014. They were the first BOA integrated wading boot I’d seen so they caught my eye. Korkers sent a pair for testing, which I’ve been...
10 Awesome Crowdfunding Projects to Invest In This November
Crowdfunding websites like Kickstarter and IndieGoGo represent a consumer’s economy, where the community decides on which products, projects, and new ideas to invest in. There are a lot of new innovations that pour through...
10 Amazing Events Happening in November
November is an amazing time of year where every adventure activity is practically in reach. With varying weather forecasts spread throughout the country, warm weather adventures are not out of the question, but up...
Review: Salomon X Ultra Mid 2 GoreTex Women’s Hiking Boots
I picked these boots up to get me through a five month trip consisting of hiking, backpacking, car camping, backcountry camping and even horseback riding, and I was blown away by how such a...
Review: SPOT Global Satellite Phone
I tested the phone on a ranch in the rain, under heavy clouds, when the sky was clear, as well as under structures (like an awning). Even in the middle of nowhere in Oklahoma...
Review: Benelli – Super Black Eagle II Waterfowl Edition
Last week I traveled up to the fields of South Dakota to do a little pheasant huntin’ with my gramps, Papa Pete. Now being from Arkansas (the natural state), I grew up hunting all...
5 Top Crash Pads To Help Break Into Climbing Season
Cooler weather is around the corner, which means climbing season is too! Here are five top crash pads to help your get your 2015 climbing season off to a cushy start. Asana Gunther SuperhighballAsana...
Awesome Outdoor Crowdfunding Projects to Check Out in October
Crowdfunding sites such as Kickstarter.com and Indie Go Go.com are a great representation of the free market making decisions. The structure of community investment is simple and produces intricate ideas of exploration, design, and...
Review: SOG Switchplier 2.0, The Most Convenient Multi-Tool
I took this little rockstar out for a twirl on the creek for a little large mouth fishing. I use multi-tools pretty frequently when fishing, as there are tons of reasons why you would...
Onewheel: The Skateboard of the Future
On January 6, 2014, Kyle Doerksen started on a journey that has grown into the future of wheeled sports. On that day, he launched a Kickstarter for his invention: the Onewheel. By the end...
10 Amazing Outdoor Events Happening in October
October is the month where the autumn colors are in full effect, and alongside the scenic beauty, it’s also the month for some amazing outdoor events. Ranging from the last weekends of kayak runs,...
Review: The Jetboil MiniMo
So, you’re an outdoor enthusiast and you’re used to cooking on a large camp stove. Perhaps a Coleman. Great products. Good choice. But, lately, you’ve been thinking about doing some backpacking or just going...
8 Best Cold Weather Jackets
With summer winding down and fall around the corner, preparation for cooler weather is in the works. Here are eight jackets that’ll keep you toasty on your next outdoor adventure. Rab Xenon XHigh-quality synthetic...
Review: Liquid Force, the one PFD to rule them all
I spend a fair amount of time on the river, mostly floating with some alcohol involved—legally of course (and no glass). Here’s my thoughts on this jacket. Functionality ★★★★ This vest is incredibly comfortable and easy...
Surf Expo September 2015: Our Favorite Gear
Last week, the Gearographer crew ran around all over Florida taking photos, flying drones and meeting rad folks in the Surf/Sup industry. While the trip was productive, we did crash our drone, get a...
15 Amazing Outdoor Companies in North Carolina
In addition to the many outdoor activities here, the Tar Heel State is also chock-full of amazing outdoor companies and innovators that help get you outside. Whether it’s hiking on the Appalachian Trail or cruising down...
5 Non-Traditional Tents You’ll Want To Bring Camping
Pitching your tent just got way more interesting. From aerial treehouse dwellings to transparent igloos, these high-tech tent designs will completely change the way you go camping. Bubble TentIf privacy’s your thing, then the...
Review: JOBY Action Jib Kit
We picked up a drone the other day and wanted to get some cool shots of it in action. So I thought what’s a better way to do that than to use the Joby...
