State Undefeated II Review: The Art Of Affordable Speed
The State Undefeated II is breaking ground for beautiful race bikes. When we were given the opportunity to ride State Bicycle Co’s latest race machine, the Undefeated II, our team jumped all…
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EcoZoom Portable Outdoor Wood Stove Review
Simplicity and efficiency in a wood-boring stove We often take for granted the abundant access to fuel and compact camping gear. The fact is that not everyone has it. In fact, the…
Dogs Doing Seriously Good Work
Dogs can do some incredible things, including saving human lives. Could this be why they are man’s best friend? Aside from their otherworld sense of smell, dogs have a unique ability to…
Kelty Trail Ridge 3 Review In Sequoia National Park
Practicality and Packability The Kelty brand has been a staple in the outdoor industry for many years. Building on this success, Kelty reinvented the Trail Ridge 3 tent with uber modern features,…
Peak Design Everyday Backpack 20L: Photo Review
Peak Design Everyday Backpack Overview The Peak Designs Everyday Backpack is quite comfortable, and doesn’t require a break-in period to conform to your posture. It has both chest and waist clips for…
Patagonia Black Hole Packs Go Lighter
Patagonia is expanding its legendary Black HoleTM family to include a collection of light, highly packable yet durable travel bags with enough technical chops for the opportunistic wanderer. The new Lightweight Black…
State Bicycle Co. – #exploreyourstate – Green Screen
Since 2009, we’ve paired thousands of bikes with thousands of riders across the globe. We recently asked or riders from all 50 States and 52 Nations to share their bikes with us…
A Board Taking Shape: Folklore Surf
Boards taking shape is just as much of a skill as it is art. Over the years this skill was overshadowed by the surf industry and its downfall. That was the past….
Gravel Bike Build: Ritchey Swiss Cross Disc
A Gravel Bike Built For Adventure From start to finish, building the Ritchey Swiss Cross Disc was one of the most rewarding experiences. Budget aside, a gravel bike doesn’t carry a stereotype…
A Community For Bike Lovers
With a rich history dating back to 1829, NAHBS aims to be a meeting point for frame builders and anyone who has a curiosity for rich culture and exquisite attention to detail….
The 5.11 Ignitor Ignitor Pack Does Double Duty
Introducing the new 26.5 liter, top load Ignitor tactical backpack from 5.11. As expected, my first order of business was to understand how it would perform with the weight from my normal outdoor…
Dedicated To The Craft: Bob McTavish
At the ripe age of 72, Bob McTavish has lived a life of no regrets and much excitement. Growing up on the east coast of Australia meant surfing some of the worlds…