The Black Hills of South Dakota are the kind of place that remind you why you love the outdoors. We spent the 4th of July weekend tent camping at Pactola Reservoir, where the water sparkled in the sun and pine trees swayed in the breeze. It was the perfect setting for a little reset and some time away from screens. And right in my pocket, riding along the whole weekend, was a piece of gear that proved itself over and over again: the Outdoor Edge Lite 2.5. Continue reading “Outdoor Edge 2.5” Razor EDC Lite Folding Pocket Knife with Clip Review”
Category: Gear Reviews
Father’s Day Gift Guide for Outdoorsmen: Handpicked Gear to Honor Dad’s Legacy
Father’s Day is always a little bittersweet for me. A few years ago, I lost my dad — the man who not only raised me, but who also instilled in me a deep love for the outdoors. Growing up in the heart of Milwaukee, it might have seemed unlikely that hunting and fishing would play such a huge role in my life. But my dad made it happen. He always had a Jon Boat ready, and our trusty Winnebago meant we could escape the city almost every weekend to fish, hunt, and make memories that I carry with me every single day. He taught me patience, resilience, and how to appreciate the quiet beauty of nature. I miss him more than words can say. So this year, I’ve put together a gift guide filled with items I know he would have loved, gear that speaks to the bond we shared and the legacy he left behind. Continue reading “Father’s Day Gift Guide for Outdoorsmen: Handpicked Gear to Honor Dad’s Legacy”
Buck Knives Offers Big Game Hunting Tips
Buck Knives, Inc., the most widely-recognized knife manufacturer in the hunting and outdoors markets, notes that big game hunting is one of America’s most popular outdoor pursuits. With pronghorn and elk archery seasons, and some firearms big game seasons, opening in the weeks ahead, the company offers these tips to be better prepared on the hunt–and after the hunt for those who find success. Continue reading “Buck Knives Offers Big Game Hunting Tips”
6 Last Minute Christmas Gifts! Carrie Z’s Holiday Buying Guide for the Outdoorsman
Need a gift for your favorite outdoorsy gal or guy? Look no further, I’ve compiled a bunch of my favorite products. And remember – I never recommend anything I wouldn’t stand behind!
Christmas has utterly snuck up on me. And if you’re still looking for some last minutes presents for the outdoorsmen in your life I’ve got 6 I’d highly recommend.
Three Must Have Boots For Fall Hiking
Heading out for a hike? Check out these three boot recommendations.
The leaves are turning! And the temps are cool enough to hike for miles without becoming overheated.
As a hunter I get to experience the best of all seasons. But sometimes I want to just explore, and see what’s over the next hill, what’s down the next trail…
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Remington 783 Review
Jim Willes gives a review of the popular Remington 783.
Welcome back outdoors world, thank you for stopping by! If you look back at an article I wrote early last year, you know after my research, I purchased a Remington Arms Model 783 7mm. I had high expectations for this gun, all I needed was some time in the woods with this firearm to confirm I’d made the right choice. Here is what I learned.
Gear Review: Zippo Outdoors Rugged Lantern
Let’s face it – every outdoorsman needs a good, durable, lantern. For those of us who spend time on the water at in the dark, wouldn’t a waterproof lantern that floats be just ticket? A lantern that floats. Sound like I am I asking for too much? Continue reading “Gear Review: Zippo Outdoors Rugged Lantern”
Gear Review: 2014 PSE Dream Season DNA SP
2013 PSE Dream Season DNA was a very popular bow; they manufactured a new riser that was stronger and lighter but still managed to push the super-fast IBO speeds PSE is known for.
But for most of us, a smooth draw is what we really want, and as a woman, I don’t want to have to fight with what in my opinion was an overly aggressive cam. Continue reading “Gear Review: 2014 PSE Dream Season DNA SP”
Gear review: HHA Optimizer Lite Ultra Series, Model DS-XL5519
As of to date I have been shooting archery for over 30 years. In that 30 plus yeas I have gone through numerous gear changes. I am kind f a gear nut and love to try new things. The one thing that has never changed is I have always shot a multi pin sight. I started out with 3 pins, then went to 5, and the went to a 7. This improved my long range shooting but I also started to clutter up my sight picture. I needed something a little simpler that would give me the accuracy and durability that I demand. Continue reading “Gear review: HHA Optimizer Lite Ultra Series, Model DS-XL5519”
Gear Review: Carbon Express X-Buster and the X2 Series Easton Aluminum Arrows
Paper Target archers are sometimes stuck between two masters – the NFAA and World Archery. The NFAA doesn’t have an arrow restriction. If you can fling it, it’s 27/64″ in diameter, and someone produced it – you can shoot it. World Archery, on the other hand, has a restriction on maximum arrow diameters – which is 9.3 millimeters (or 23/64″) in diameter. Continue reading “Gear Review: Carbon Express X-Buster and the X2 Series Easton Aluminum Arrows”
Product Review: Fuse Products Mossy Oak Portable GPS Case
As modern hunters in a high tech world, I am sure a lot of us have a hand held GPS units that we carry when venturing into the wilderness. The handheld GPS is arguably one of the most influential innovations in the hunting industry. It has single handedly change the way we hunt. With all the good things that this technological marvel has brought us, it has its drawn backs. Continue reading “Product Review: Fuse Products Mossy Oak Portable GPS Case”
ATN-DNVM-4 Gear Review by Lindsay Alm
My husband and I recently took the ATN DNVM-4 digital night vision monocular into the field for testing and were quite pleased with what we found. The DNVM-4 is part of the ATN night vision family of entry level digital monoculars which also includes the DNVM-2 and DNVM-6 models. The three models are all the same product except for having different objective lenses that provide various zoom capabilities. The DNVM-4 is the mid-range model featuring a 42 mm lens delivering 4x magnification.
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Gear Review: Turkey Tool by Real Avid
In May of 2013 I had the privilege of participating in the Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writer’s Mega Media Cast and Blast in South Dakota.
I was there to turkey hunt for Merriams and mingle with both corporate members and other media members of AGLOW.
The first day we were there, we had a breakout session where we were introduced to new products. One of them caught my eye immediately.
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Gear Review: Slumperseats Simple 16
Last summer as I was hanging treestands and preparing for the upcoming archery season I noticed that most or all of my treestand seat cushions were wore out. I needed to purchase some new ones from the stand manufacturer but my esteemed colleague Carrie Zylka told me about Slumperseats. After doing a little research I decided to give them a try and I can tell you that I was not disappointed.
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Gear Review: Moultrie M-880
At the first of every year I go through my hunting equipment and evaluate what items need to be upgraded. This year I decided to upgrade my trail cameras. I started researching the different makes and models out there and decided to purchase the Moultrie M-880. I have used Moultrie products in the past with great success. I have a Moultrie M100 and have never had any problems with it. Which made my decision to stay with Moultrie products that much easier. Continue reading “Gear Review: Moultrie M-880”
Gear Review: Fishing Baitz – Bass Worms & Pro Series Lizards
Recently I arrived home from work to a parcel full of soft plastic baits from Fishing Baitz. There was a mix of colours from watermelon, red flak, June bug to salt n pepper just to name a few. The first package consisted of 6“ Bass worms and the second package 6“ Pro Series Lizards. Both packages are extremely well package which is important to any soft plastic fisherman, no one likes leaking oils sliming up and bleeding through into their other baits. These baits are poured extremely well; there is no extra flashing anywhere on the bodies or tails. Even colour mixing and transition from body to tail. Great glitter and shine throughout. The Pro Series Lizards have long action legs none of which rip off easily and supply extreme action in the water. Continue reading “Gear Review: Fishing Baitz – Bass Worms & Pro Series Lizards”
Gear Review: 2013 Bowtech Carbon Black Knight
Carbon Fiber. A miracle material that’s used in everything from supercars to arrows. And until recently, only three companies (Hoyt, Win and Win, and CarbonTech) had bows made from carbon fiber.
Until now.
Bowtech recently introduced a new bow to the masses that has had some mild interest. Called the “Black Knight”, the bow has a 31” Axle to Axle, 330 FPS IBO speed, and an amazing 3.2 pounds mass weight.
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Gear Review: Nikon Travelite 9×25 Binoculars
It seems like forever since I first started working with Nikon. My first experience with the company was in 2009 at an archery event where I first fell in love with the Monarch binocular series.
Hunting in the Midwest, I didn’t always need such a powerful, not to mention heavy set of binoculars. For the mist part, I hunt in wooded tracts of land, many times with visibility only up to about 50 yards.
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Gear Review: Coolmax Sleep Sack
I came across the website some time ago, I was intrigued by this company that offered several handy camping and outdoor products.
A few weekends ago I had the chance to use one of the new Outgo Coolmax Sleep Sack and Sleeping Bag Liners. It certainly came in handy when the temps dipped a bit below what I find comfortable.
I am always on the lookout for products that will enhance my camping, fishing or hunting experience. After all, who actually likes to be uncomfortable when sleeping in a tent in Wisconsin? Continue reading “Gear Review: Coolmax Sleep Sack”