The battle of Hydro Flask and Klean Kanteen is a close one. These are both immensely popular brands with a good following. They have quality, value, and durability on their side. Both of these brands do the same job, and they do it admirably. There are, however, some differences in the approach. Let’s take these … Read more
Osprey Porter 46 and Osprey Farpoint 40 are both remarkable backpacks. Since these are different models/products, there is an inherent difference in design. We take both backpacks to a review and comparison to see how they perform. Our Osprey Porter 46 vs Farpoint 40 comparison isn’t so much a battle of the backpacks. It’s a … Read more
Missouri offers a wealth of natural beauty. The state is a haven for camping sites, thanks to the abundant natural beauty. There are over 3591 campsites spread across the state, and more than a thousand miles of trails to enjoy. Nature lovers can fawn over the 6 National Parks and 56 State Parks in the … Read more
Teton Sports Scout 3400 backpack is amazing where value is concerned. The backpack comes highly recommended for beginners and the budget-conscious. I prepared this Teton Sports Scout 3400 review to consider how well it performs. This is a backpack priced significantly lower than the competition. Rather than pushing solely for value, let’s see where this … Read more
You can take plenty of food items on your camping trip when you have a cooler at hand. But then it’s not always practical to carry a cooler along, or you may not have access to the ice that will need refilling. Backpackers and hikers essentially have to give up this luxury, and car campers … Read more
Yeti’s soft-sided cooler is now in its second generation. The portable cooler continues to be popular. Yeti has been offering some amazing iterations of these coolers, and we dial back a bit to look at two very popular versions. In this Yeti Hopper 20 Vs 30 face-off, we look at what these popular coolers have … Read more
Sprawling across the Eastern United States, the Appalachian Trail is the longest hiking-only trail in the world. Highlighting some scenic vistas and great views, the trail is extremely popular and attracts about two million people each year. With millions of people and a journey spanning around 2,200 miles (3,500 km), how long does it take … Read more
Yeti coolers, well-known as they are for their cooling, are also well-known for their price. These coolers are expensive. In purely monetary terms, they go ahead of their competition by quite an amount. Quality of the Yeti coolers is unquestionable. But their competing brands aren’t far off the mark in that regard either. So why … Read more
Osprey is well-known for its backpacks. Two backpacks that stand apart in the stable of Osprey are Atmos and Aether. Both of these come highly recommended and remain favorites with hikers and camping enthusiasts. Where do these backpacks stand in comparison to each other? Time to put them in an arena and see where Osprey … Read more
Camping with family and friends is an amazing experience. Bringing along multiple tents could be one way to accommodate everyone. However, I think a better way is to employ large tents where everyone can be comfortable. These large tents can be quite elaborate. While the task may seem daunting, the best large tents usually handle … Read more