I am always on a quest to refine my gear kit, looking to increase functionality while decreasing weight. I was excited to try an Argali tent when the Boise-based company began producing shelters a few years ago and was confident …
For those of you mummy bag sleepers who are hesitant to jump into a quilt, especially during the late season, I have a solution for you born from this Enlightened Equipment quilt review. Trust me, I understand your hesitation. I …
It is rare in backcountry hunting to be able to literally cut POUNDS from your pack without significant sacrifices to comfort. Enter this Zpacks Triplex review. The Zpacks Triplex Tent is a true ultralight 3 person tent that packs up …
I first learned about Tricer tripods several years ago when I heard founder Drew Miles on a hunting podcast describe several products they were producing for backcountry hunters, including some innovative tripod designs that utilized trekking poles for legs such …
Four miles into the Idaho backcountry, and with two mule deer bucks down, the Exo Mountain Gear K4 pack was about the get a workout. Not only that, but having torn the meniscus in my knee during a September archery …
Unless you have been living under a rock for the last 20-plus years, you have heard of Nightforce Optics. The Nightforce NX8 riflescope is one of their more popular models, boasting some impressive specs and one that can easily be …
Why would I want to do a Durston X Mid review? Well, over many years of running multiple different tents, I typically found myself only bringing freestanding tents on backpack hunting trips due to their ability to handle the elements …
Looking for an ultralight hiking boot but don’t want to give up performance? Zamberlan Anabasis boots may be just what you are looking for. Zamberlan makes a wide range of boots from hiking boots to hunting boots, with low, mid, …
Is the 30° Katabatic Palisade ultralight quilt the best backpacking quilt you can buy? There is a strong argument for that statement, and we will do our best in this review to give you the details you need to make …
For this review of the Athlon Ares ETR UHD 3-18×50 riflescope, I had the chance to put it through a year of hard use, both in the field on hunting trips and at the range. I received this scope from …
Having tested the Zpacks Altaplex in recent years, when I saw the Zpacks Plex Solo 1-person tent, I REALLY wanted to do this Zpacks Plex Solo Review. Even lighter than the Altaplex, this tent is a stunning 13.9 ounces and …
I am ALWAYS on the lookout for the perfect lightweight hunting boot. This Zamberlan Baltoro Lite review comes from that pursuit. Zamberlan hunting boots have proven to be top notch in our team’s testing, but there normally seems to be …
Hunting packs are one of the most vital pieces of gear to any western hunter, and the Mystery Ranch Marshall is designed to fill that need for the person who wants a pack not only capable of carrying the gear …
With the introduction of other big optics, this Kowa TSN 99 review was something that we really wanted to put together. How does this Kowa TSN 99 spotting scope stack up against the uber popular Kowa TSN 88 spotting scope? …
Is there any better place to test gear than Alaska? This Nemo sleeping bag review was born from a hunt that I recently was able to go on….a hunt of a lifetime. I was the lucky winner of an Alaskan …
Over the past year I have been testing both the Athlon Ares G2 UHD 20-60x85mm Angled Spotting Scope and the Athlon Ares G2 UHD 15-45x65mm Angled Spotting Scope. We wanted to compare both of these side by side for this …
Camping in cold weather doesn’t have to be miserable. In fact, if you use a Kodiak Canvas tent like this Kodiak Canvas 12×12 Cabin Lodge tent, it can be downright comfortable. Winter camping has become one of my favorite kinds …
My quest for the perfect backcountry tent is what lead me to do this Argali Rincon 2P Tent review. As some will remember, I was previously using the Six Moons Designs Haven Ultralite Tent, and while that tent served me …
Ever since their inception, I have been really intrigued by Tract Optics. As a huge fan of quality glass, especially SCHOTT Glass, the Tract Toric binoculars were certainly ones that I wanted to try since they are a more affordable …
Looking for the best rangefinder binoculars? Well, you’ve come to the right place as we spent the last two years gathering, testing, and using these rangefinder binoculars to find what we liked and didn’t like about them to determine which …
How well you sleep in the backcountry is one of those things that can significantly impact your experience in the great outdoors. This Six Moon Designs Owyhee tent review takes a look at one of the three most important pieces …
Are you looking to shave weight from your pack without sacrificing comfort? That was our goal with this Zpacks Zip Around Sleeping Bag review. The design of this new Zpacks Zip Around Sleeping Bag is one that lends itself to …
Over the years we’ve had the chance to test quite a few hunting backpacks. The Seek Outside backpack lineup isn’t one you may be quite as familiar with, but if you are looking to shave some ounces, while still maintaining …
If you are in the market for a spotting scope, you may have come across the Tract Toric UHD spotting scope. Tract Optics has been gaining notoriety in the optics world and for good reason. With a focus on producing …
When we first considered putting together this Zeiss SFL review, we didn’t really know what to expect. Zeiss Optics has made top notch binoculars, spotting scopes, rifles scopes and more for a long time, and every time a new product …
Hunting clothing has come a LONG WAY in recent years, and it’s now widely considered “gear” rather than clothing. This FORLOH Camo clothing review comes after having tested other brands over the previous 10 years, and really coming to appreciate …
Are you looking for the best ultralight sleeping pad? The new Exped Ultra Series Pads are quite possibly the best Exped sleeping pads yet, but we needed to test them to be sure. The new Exped Ultra Series comes in …
Tract Optics has been making a big push to impress in the world of optics, and their latestTract Toric 2.5-15×44 UHD rifle scope does just that by bringing a high quality rifle scope specifically designed with hunters in mind. It …
What prompted this Swagger bipod review? Why did we review the Swagger SFR10 and the Swagger SEA12? A recent experience was the driving force to begin testing bipods. We’ve all been there where events in the field drive us to …
Looking for the best ultralight tripod for your outdoor adventure? What is the best ultralight tripod for hunting and backpacking? What features are important, and what features are negotiable? The world of ultralight tripods has a ton of options, but …
This Women’s Mystery Ranch Metcalf review was born from the fact that more and more women are hunting and want a backpack specifically designed for their body type. There just aren’t that many women’s hunting backpacks on the market, and …
Whether you are backpacking, hunting, or camping a good sleeping bag is one of the most essential pieces of gear. This Sea to Summit Ascent review was born from the need to stay warm in the backcountry while keeping the …
If you’ve ever tried to camp in the cold weather it can be downright miserable. That is unless you have a heat source. White Duck Tents offers a wide selection of canvas tents that are wood stove compatible, which is …
Boots are one of those pieces of gear that can ruin your time outdoors pretty quickly if they don’t live up to your standards. Crispi Boots is a household name, and this Crispi Thor 2 GTX review was born from …
Sleeping mats. Some people use them, some people don’t. This Sea to Summit sleeping pad review is the product of many nights spent in the backcountry sleeping on the ground to save weight. When I was younger I never used …
Over the last 4+ years, we’ve had the privilege of testing many ultralight tents. This Durston X-Mid Pro 2 review comes from those years of experience and everything we’ve learned through all of that testing. Among the many ultralight tents …
Ultralight hot tents are not only a thing, they are a game changer. This Seek Outside Redcliff review comes after our review of the Seek Outside Cimarron Light that we tested last year but found to be a bit tight …
The Initial Ascent IA2K pack just might be the best women’s hunting pack ever made. Designed specifically for a lady’s body, the Initial Ascent Invictus Frame underwent rigorous testing to make sure it was designed to fit the different curves …
Why did I want to do this Athlon Ares 20-60×85 review? Over the years I’ve been looking for a quality spotting scope that won’t break the bank, but won’t leave me wanting more in optical performance. I wasn’t super familiar …
In this Crispi Guide GTX review we take an in-depth look at one some of the Crispi insulated boots. The Crispi Guide GTX boots are built for your late season hunts where the weather can be foul, the temperature can …
This Mystery Ranch Beartooth 80 pack review was born from the intriguing design that the Beartooth 80 offers, along with its generous size, making it a great option to be used on extended backpack trips. The real question for me …
In this Zeiss Conquest HD 10×42 review we take an in-depth look at how the Zeiss Conquest binoculars stack up against the competition in their respective price category. The $1000 price category that these Zeiss Conquest HD binoculars sit in …
After an experience I had several years ago, I set out to find a cold weather sleeping bag. Enter this Feathered Friends Eider review. Whatever winter sleeping bag I end up with needs to meet the challenge of the weather …
In this Maven RS5 review we take an in-depth look at Maven’s RS.5 4-24×50 rifle scope, and dive into the details of how this scope performs in the field. Up until this RS.5 4-24×50, Maven’s first long range offering of …
In this Kowa Genesis binoculars review we take a look at this exceptional pair of binoculars and go through all the pros and cons after testing them versus 25 others. We also put these Kowa Genesis 10.5×44 binoculars next to …
In this Leupold Santiam binoculars review we take an in-depth look at the Leupold BX5 Santiam binoculars to find where they excel, where they don’t, and how they stack up to the competition in their respective price category. The $1000 …
Looking for a killer pair of binoculars, but the price tag or the Alpha glass isn’t in the cards? You’ll want to check out this Sig Zulu 9 review as we had the chance to put these Sig Zulu binoculars …
Rangefinding binoculars have come a long way in recent years, and in this Zeiss Victory RF 10×42 review we are going to see if the Zeiss Victory Rangefinding binoculars truly are elite. We were fortunate enough to have the opportunity …
In this Kuhl men’s pants review, we are going to look at a couple of great hiking pants in the Kuhl Silencr Rogue pants and the Kuhl Konfidant Air pants. Over the last year I had the chance to test …
If you’ve ever looked into picking up high quality hunting clothes, Sitka Gear has likely come across your search. You really need a Sitka layering guide to make sure you have the right pieces for your hunt. With so many …
When you need quality performance, but can’t spend a fortune on top tier glass, the Sig Zulu 7 binoculars are worth a serious look. This Sig Zulu 7 review is a product of our recent massive side by side binocular …
Backpacking tents are one of those items we seem to always be testing and evaluating. The Six Moon Designs Haven Bundle is one of the options on the market for a 3-season, two-person, double wall tent. I’ve slept in a …
In this Sig Sauer Tango 4 review we tested the Tango4 6-24×50 model. We will be combing through the details of this impressive Sig rifle scope. Featuring Sig Sauer’s Low Dispersion (LD) glass and crisp turrets, the Sig Sauer Tango …
In recent years, rangefinding binoculars have made a comeback. One of the reasons we wanted to put together this Athlon Cronus rangefinder binoculars review was to see how these things performed in the field in some harsh conditions, and see …
It’s no secret that in recent years, ammunition has been harder to come by. In this Ammo Squared review, we explore a new and different way of shopping for ammo. What is different about Ammo Squared? Well, A LOT is …
Over the years we’ve had the pleasure of testing a number of Zpack tents, so when they released the Zpacks Duplex XL, or the DupleXL, we wanted to see how it might be different from the tried and true Duplex …
What makes up the best ultralight backpacking chair? If the best backpacking chair simply means the most comfortable regardless of weight, there are a lot of options. However, if you are looking for an ultralight backpacking chair, that’s a whole …
When you are looking for the best headlamp for whatever outdoor adventure you are on, there are a number of things that come into play with your selection: Do you need an extended battery life? How bright of a light …
In the market for a new tripod? Over the past year, we had the opportunity to test an ultralight tripod for this Field Optics Research MicroLite review. I was able to pair the Field Optics Research FT-5017C (Carbon Fiber version) …
If you are looking for a high value rangefinder, take a serious look at the Athlon Midas 1 Mile Rangefinder. This Athlon Midas rangefinder review comes after testing many other Athlon optics and upon seeing the release of this unit, …
Can’t drop a small fortune on a pair of binoculars but still need good glass? That’s exactly where this Maven C1 binoculars review was born. Over the years here at Backwoods Pursuit we’ve tested A LOT of glass, everything from …
Are you in the market for one of the best hot tents for backcountry hunting? That’s exactly why we wanted to do this Seek Outside Cimarron Light review. When you spend any time in the backcountry during the colder months, …
When cold weather hits, you need a good pad with a high R-Value in order to stay warm. A Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Extreme review was definitely in order as soon I saw that Sea to Summit had …
Some frigid temperatures on recent hunts left me wanting to find a really good winter sleeping bag which prompted this Feathered Friends Ibis review. When it’s really cold out and you want to keep hunting, hiking or backpacking, having the …
Several bitter cold hunts finally pushed me over the edge to put together this Seek Outside 8 Man Tipi review. Not sure if it is worth the price? You’ve come to the right place to get some honest feedback. I’d …
Knives in the backcountry are an item that can easily get overlooked. This new Argali Col knife changes the game in ultralight hunting knife options. If you’ve ever experienced that dreaded dull knife half way through field dressing a big …
Here at Backwoods Pursuit, we have done a lot of gear reviews on men’s clothing, and are excited to start looking for the best women’s hiking pants, starting with KUHL women’s pants. KUHL has a fabulous line of clothes for …
Throughout my scouting and hunting season this year I was treated with the opportunity to test out some Crispi Boots for this Crispi Valdres review. While I know boots are one of those things that are very individual to each …
When it’s bitter cold out and you want to keep hunting, having the right sleeping bag is critical. Enter this Sea to Summit Alpine sleeping bag review. While many of us may shy away from spending nights in a tent …
I’d been wanting to do a Katabatic Alsek 22 review for a while now after testing the Katabatic Flex last year and being so impressed with it. As a fan of backpacking quilts, I wanted to see what the Alsek …
Knives in the backcountry are an item that can easily get overlooked. This new Argali Serac knife is an all-around incredible, ultralight hunting knife. If you’ve ever experienced that dreaded dull knife half way through field dressing a big game …
The Argali Kodiak Belt is not just a field belt. As backcountry hunters, we are always looking for ways to maximize the tools we use and find multiple uses for everything we bring with us. That’s exactly where the the …
When I first saw that Zpacks came out with a new ultralight freestanding tent, I really wanted to test one out and put together this Zpacks Free Duo review. It looked like it had the possibility of being the best …
In this Zeiss Conquest V4 6-24×50 review, we are going to dive into the details of this Zeiss rifle scope that is pretty tough to beat. Featuring the legendary Zeiss glass, the Conquest V4 rifle scope gives you the magnification …
Over the last year I have been testing for this Stan Xtinction 2 review, and I have got to say that I am blown away with the results. After shooting the Scott Little Goose for the past several years, making …
In this Leupold VX 3 HD review, we are going to dive into the details of this 4.5-14×40 Leupold VX 3 HD rifle scope. Leupold’s new scope that is just a step below their extremely popular VX 5 HD, is …
Looking for a tripod gun mount that is specifically designed for the hunter? In this Field Optics Research FlexLite GunPOD review, we take a look at the new Field Optics Research FlexLite GunPOD. The FlexLite GunPOD was designed with the …
In thisTract Toric 4-20×50 UHD rifle scope review, we are going to look at one of Tract Optics’ top of the line rifle scopes. Featuring Tract’s UHD glass, the Tract Toric rifle scope gives you the magnification you need to …
As a hunter and outdoors-man with only one eye, the options for optics that fit my needs are few and far between. This Bushnell Legend Ultra HD Monocular review was born from a desire to see if there was anything better …
In this Bushnell Elite Tactical XRS II review, we are going to look at one of Bushnell’s top of the line rifle scopes in the Elite Tactical XRS II 4.5-30×50 mm. Featuring Bushnell’s best glass, the Elite Tactical XRS II …
Looking for the best binoculars in the world? If so, there’s really not a better comparison to do than between the Swarovski NL Pure vs Zeiss Victory SF vs Leica Noctivid binoculars. It goes without saying, but these 3 binoculars …
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so naturally getting to do a Kowa TSN 883 review was an absolute privilege. When you are trying to decide what the best spotting scope is for your needs, there’s simply nothing better …
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so getting to do this Bushnell Forge Spotting Scope review was as absolute privilege. When you are trying to decide what the best spotting scope is for your needs, there’s simply nothing better …
Athlon Optics may not be a brand you are all that familiar with, but we wanted to put together this Athlon Cronus Spotting Scope review to test it, as we’ve heard some great things about the glass Athlon puts out. …
A while back we started testing rangefinders for this review series, and as an avid hunter I wanted to do a detailed GPO RangeTracker 1800 review to see how it stacked up against the competition. GPO, or German Precision Optics, …
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so naturally getting to do this Maven Spotting Scope review was as absolute privilege. When you are trying to decide what the best spotting scope is for your needs, there’s simply nothing better …
Looking for a great pair of binoculars but can’t afford the Swarovski SLCs? We got the chance to put together this Bushnell Forge 15×56 review after testing out Bushnell Forge 15×56 binoculars this year and were pleasantly surprised by their …
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so naturally doing this Kowa TSN 773 review was an absolute privilege. When you are trying to decide what the best spotting scope is for your needs, there’s simply nothing better than getting …
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so naturally doing this Sig Oscar 8 Spotting Scope review was as absolute privilege. When you are trying to decide what the best spotting scope is for your needs, there’s simply nothing better …
I knew I wanted to test and put together a Zpacks Altaplex Tent review after looking over its specs when Zpacks brought back the Altaplex. It looked like one of best ultralight one person tents I’d come across, but field …
Rangefinders have come a LONG way from a few years back, and the Bushnell Nitro 1800 Rangefinder is no exception. I was stoked to get to test it and put together this Bushnell Nitro 1800 review, because it has some …
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so we were stoked to get to do a Kowa TSN 553 review. We’d heard great things about this little spotting scope and wanted to personally test it out. When you are trying …
We’ve gotten the chance to test some of the best hunting packs out there, and we really wanted to put together an Initial Ascent Pack review after seeing the design and specs of these Initial Ascent packs. Like always, we …
Looking for the best spotting scope for hunting? Maybe you are looking for the overall best spotting scope on the planet or maybe the best spotting scope for ultralight, backcountry hunting. Here at Backwoods Pursuit we love optics, so getting …
A while back we started testing rangefinders for this review series, and as an avid archery hunter I wanted to do a detailed Leupold Full Draw 4 review to see if this new “Flightpath Technology” from Leupold was all it’s …
Looking for the best ultralight sleeping bag but having a hard time knowing what is best for your situation? There are so may options out there, each with different temperature ratings, and often times each sleeping bag has multiple temperature …
When it comes to picking the best rangefinder for hunting that will serve your needs most effectively, it can be a daunting task. There are so many options, features, and new technologies that it can make the selection process frustrating …
If you’ve been around archery very long, you’ve probably heard of Spot Hogg Sights. In this Spot Hogg Fast Eddie XL review we take a look at what makes the Fast Eddie XL a great sight, as well as the …
Selecting the best ultralight quilt for the situations you are going to encounter can be a tough job, given the large number of options on the market today. We conducted real-life testing of these 6 top tier ultralight quilts to …
Backcountry hunting knives are one of those things that you can’t get enough of. The new AEBL Standard Bugler Blade Knife is one of the best hunting knives and fills the need for a high quality hunting knife without spending …
This year I was treated with the opportunity to test out some Hoffman Explorer Boots throughout my scouting and hunting season. While I know boots are one of those things that you just have to try to know if they …
Looking for a great pair of binoculars but can’t afford something like the Swarovski SLCs? We got the chance to field-test the Bushnell Forge 10×42 binoculars for this Bushnell Forge 10×42 review this year and were pleasantly surprised by the …
In this Exo K3 4800 review we take a look at the popular Exo Mountain Gear pack and how it performed for us in the field with both light and heavy loads. The Exo K3 4800 provides phenomenal load-hauling ability …
The Mystery Ranch Selway 60 Pack was one of the new packs from Mystery Ranch in 2019. We decided it would be a perfect fit for our backcountry hunting pack review series given its light weight, minimalist design, load hauling …
It’s not easy picking a backpack. With so many variables and the cost of a high quality pack, it’s tough to know which one to pick, so we set out to test a bunch of packs with heavy loads and …
Looking for a pack that can pull double duty as a day pack, but also haul a heavy load if you get an animal down? The Sitka Mountain Hauler 4000 Pack does just that. We wanted to test it out …
The Sea to Summit Ember Quilt is a unique backpacking quilt that offers features I’ve not found in other backpacking quilts I’ve tested. While quilts in general are typically more versatile than sleeping bags, this one offers even more versatility …
Have you seen or heard of using a quilt instead of a sleeping bag, but thought to yourself, “They are too drafty?” Well, I’d challenge you to take a look at a Katabatic Quilt. Your mind just might be changed. …
So, you want the lightest of the light but still need to stay warm in the backcountry? You may want to take a look at this Zpacks Solo quilt review. The Zpacks Solo Quilt is the lightest of the Zpacks …
In this Enlightened Equipment Enigma quilt review we wanted to put this thing to the test and find its actual lower limit. The Enlightened Equipment Enigma quilt that we tested has a temperature rating of 30 degrees, but we tested …
If you are looking for one of the highest quality sleeping bags on the market, look no further than the Feathered Friends Raven 10. Feathered Friends sleeping bags are some of the best down sleeping bags out there, and during …
Looking for a super comfortable sleeping bag that gives you ample room to move around, toss and turn, and still keep you warm? The Exped Comfort Sleeping bag may be just what you are looking for. When I saw what …
When it’s time to pick up a quality ultralight sleeping bag, you undoubtedly dread looking at the price tag. This is where this Outdoor Vitals Summit review comes in. When I saw the price tag on the Outdoor Vitals Summit …
If you’ve been around archery, you probably know that Black Gold Sights makes some top notch bow sights. The new Black Gold Mountain Lite sight with the dual indicator system is no exception as they’ve brought a new design to …
Knives in the backcountry are an item that can easily get overlooked. This new Argali Carbon Knife changes the game. If you’ve ever experienced that dreaded dull knife half way through field dressing a big game animal, this knife might …
The Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker 1p tent is a unique shelter that is feature-rich, but weighs in at just 28oz and packs up very small. In this Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker review we are going to look at …
Looking for an insanely light and compact sleeping bag? Need one that packs down so small you might lose it in your pack? (OK…that’s a bit of an exaggeration, but you get the point). The Sea to Summit Spark Sleeping …
In this Exped DownMat Winter UL Pad review, we look at the Downmat UL Winter M pad from Exped. Coming in at as little as just 16.9 ounces (for the HL mummy style version and 22.2oz for the UL rectangular …
In this Sea to Summit Escapist Tarp review we look at the incredible versatility and details of the Escapist Tarp. If you are looking for a shelter that can conform to your needs every time in the field, the Escapist …
The Exped Synmat UL Pad is a great option when it comes to ultralight sleeping pads. In this review we look at the Synmat UL M insulated pad from Exped and how it performed in the field in various conditions …
In this Six Moon Designs Deschutes Plus review, we are going to look at what makes the Deschutes Plus unique. Its design features, such as the interior bug net, make this a great shelter. The netting does a great job …
After doing our last review on ultralight backpacking pillows, I still hadn’t found “the one.” Several of the ones we tested like the Sea To Summit Aeros Premium and Nemo Fillo Elite are fantastic pillows, however, in my humble opinion …
What’s the best backpacking water filter? That’s a question many of us ask when looking to venture into the backcountry for multiple days. There’s no clear-cut answer to that question as the type of filter you might need differs depending …
Sea to Summit brought the new Ether Light XT Insulated Pad to the market in 2019, and we put it to the test. This impressively lightweight pad comes in at just 17.3 ounces with a super thick 4 inches. The …
Are you using one of the best ultralight backpacking stove options out there? Are you in the market for backpacking stoves but not sure what features are most important? We put a bunch of them to the test to help …
Black Gold Pro Sight Review It’s no secret that Black Gold Sights makes some great bow sights. I had the pleasure of using the Ascent Verdict Assault last year and came to love the famous Black Gold pins and the …
Diaphragm Elk Call Holders: Is there a difference? Diaphragm elk call holders have come a long way in recent years. Keeping your elk calls protected while in the field can be a challenge. Elk call holders should keep your calls …
51 Dinners | 14 Brands | Blind Taste Test You read that right. A total of 51 backpacking dinners were tested and charted for this review to find the best food for backpacking out there. It was no small undertaking …
Best Utralight Hunting Tripods Which ultralight hunting tripod will be your go to this year? With so many options on the market these days, it can be difficult to sort though them all to find what best fits your needs. …
The updates to the Field Optics Research Bino Adapter for 2019 that really improved this bino adapter. You may have caught our recent bino adapter review where we looked at the Gen 1 Field Optics Research Bino Adapter, along with …
When looking for the best hunting binoculars is it worth spending the extra money for the Swarovski SLC binoculars over the Meopta Meostar or Vortex Razor HD binos? To figure which performed the best between the Swarovski SLC vs Vortex Razor vs …
Backcountry Piece of Mind: Garmin InReach Mini Review For a lot of years, my Idaho backcountry hunts didn’t find me bringing along a way to communicate with the outside world. That’s part of the joy of being in the backcountry, …
Quality Ultralight Game Bags: Worth the Extra Money? Ultralight game bags. If you’ve ever shopped around, you probably found that game bags come in many shapes, sizes, weights, and materials. So why are synthetic bags so much more expensive than …
In this Kelty Salida 2 review we show you why this entry level floored backpacking tent gives you a lot for the price point. Weighing in at 3lbs 14oz, it’s the heaviest of the shelters I tested, but also the least expensive by a long shot. If you don’t feel like emptying your wallet on a tent, this is a fantastic option that gives you a good amount of interior space and a freestanding design. It is also a double wall tent, so you avoid potential condensation issues.
The Nemo Hornet 2p is a tent with a great reputation and with good reason. It is crazy-light for a two door, two vestibule, two-person tent. It weighs in at an impressive 2lbs 6oz trail weight (1lb 15oz “minimum weight” …
