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Jeep and outdoor adventure product reviews & analysis
One of the biggest frustrations I have when loading myself, or my gear, into my Jeep TJ is the door always closing on me, often times hitting me in the knees or in the back. So, when I came across the Mechanical Door Stops from Armadillo Industries, I thought I’d give them a chance to solve this minimal but frustrating problem. The investment made all the difference! (more…)
here are a number of things I really like about Tuffy’s rear half-console for Jeep TJ and at the top of the list is comfort. Comfort in not only having a padded arm rest to set my arm while driving around town or in the backcountry, but also comfort in knowing the 16-gauge steel is strong and secure enough to protect any valuables I may have in my Jeep TJ. (more…)
Many an Engineer will agree that the human foot is a marvel of biomechanics. Evolution provided us with a near perfect interface for our body to meet the Earth below us. Many will argue that our pursuit for better function and fashion has been ruining our feet as well as other joints. If you belong to a gym you have probably seen someone wearing some variation of the Vibram Five Finger shoe. (more…)
Finding a time piece that is rugged yet stylish has often been a struggle. The Tissot T-Touch EXPERT, available in stainless steel or titanium, offers all the standard features you would expect in a sports watch. (more…)
Generators have always been a thing I have frowned upon, simply due to the noise created as well as their weight and bulk. Engel has released the Element line of generators, powered by Honda engines which is a new and better option for your next backcountry excursion. (more…)
Using a set of MAXTRAX can eliminate the use for a winch in 99% of situations encountered where a winch would be needed. The MAXTRAX offers grip in all conditions, from snow to sand to hard pack rocks. The MAXTRAX come with a set of instructions but they really are not needed. It is obvious at first look at how to use them. They offer great grip on both the top and the bottom of the MAXTRAX. (more…)
I was fortunate enough to test the Trasharoo prototype for several thousand kilometers in Australia. The prototype, very similar to the final version, held up to everything we threw in it. The Trasharoo acted as our portable trash can, attached to our rear spare tire as wewent along our one-week excursion into the outback, holding securely all of our trash for two people during camping outings. (more…)
The Firesteel 2.0 Fire Starter from Swedish company Light My Fire is a simple, effective, and highly recommended tool for any overland or outdoor adventure enthusiast. (more…)
Looking for a comfortable, durable, and functional hiking shoe that won’t break the bank? Then check out the Juxt shoe from renowned boot company Vasque. (more…)
Bring up the word “winch” and for many, the first name to come to mind is perhaps Warn or Superwinch. No one will argue the fact that both have a reputation for quality. (more…)
Mountainsmith’s Approach 35 Backpack is the latest in a line of all-terrain packs purpose-built for multiple uses, whether on a mountain crag on a second pitch of a climb, hiking in the backcountry, or traveling in your Jeep vehicle. (more…)