Gear Reviews

12 Gear Gift Ideas for the Holidays

Recommendations and reviews of camping gear, outdoor apparel, footwear, bags, and more, for any holiday of gift-giving.

Derrick Knowles December 13, 2021

I hate being cold. I also hate tight winter clothes. Socks, boots, and tights are not my favorite. On a recent fall van trip migration ...

Shallan Knowles December 8, 2021

I have struggled for years to find the right boot for off-trail, backcountry elk hunting trips, and I think I finally found what I’ve been ...

Derrick Knowles August 22, 2021

Go from the trail to the pub with Maloja's activewear apparel, like the GRÜNERLEM shirt, featuring UV protection and back ventilation.

Derrick Knowles August 22, 2021

Solight QWNN self-inflating solar light provides up to 40 hours of lighting after an 8-10-hour solar charge.

Out There Outdoors August 22, 2021

BioLite's rechargeable, lightweight headlamp has a maximum light output of 330 lumens and the battery can last up to 40 hours.

Derrick Knowles August 22, 2021

un Solar Flashlight provides 280 lumens of light, and includes a lantern mode, spotlight, and red emergency strobe setting.

Out There Outdoors August 22, 2021

Blenders’ Float20 floating have ultra-lightweight and durable frames and lenses with 100% UVA/UVB protection.

Derrick Knowles August 22, 2021

Giga Lounger is a waterproof, self-inflating lounge chair that packs small to make it easily portable to a park, beach, or campsite.

Derrick Knowles August 22, 2021