My first Spyderco was a Rescue model that I received for my 15th birthday. I’ve used it tirelessly for over two decades, and having never sharpened it, I still rely on it today. To me, there is no question…
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The Right Stuff
Warn Industries, 600 Strong and on the Move
Alu-Box – Battered, Beaten, and still going strong
A great looking case that will last long enough to be an heirloom
Two Wheeled Nomad: The Fandango with Acatenango
A footslog not for the faint hearted
Gear Scout: SOG SwitchPlier 2.0
I have been a long-time fan of SOG’s multi-tools. My SOG Paratool has been with me on nearly every outdoor adventure for more than 17 years. They were even frozen in a block of ocean water…
SYA Off Road Extension Kit for LR3, LR4, and Range Rover Sport
A modification that improves your Land Rover’s look and safety
Sirocco Overland: Through Senegal and the road to Dakar
There was a mix-up at the border crossing. There, I said it. To this day I still can’t recall what we were actually thinking or exactly how it happened. Rule number one in overlanding… always ensure…
Three Days of Deadwood: Bikepacking the Alpine Loop
I took Salsa Cycles’ newest touring platform to the high peaks of Southern Colorado for a proper shakedown.
HOW TO AVOID BEING EATEN BY A BEAR
Traveling the world for more than 15 years, Pablo and Anna of Viajeros share their advice on how not to get eaten by a bear.
Blood Runs Cold
Most English speakers are familiar with the cliché ‘my blood ran cold’. It occurs to me that for such a phrase to get worn out, many writers had to have been in situations where they were…
The Overland Festival
Main Line Overland and Touratech support Mid-Atlantic adventurers with a first-class event
Road (And Trail) Tested: 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0i Limited
I put Subaru’s latest trailhead transporter to the test.
La Aduana: Steve McQueen’s 1952 Chevrolet Pick Up Truck
Only hours left to own a slice of automotive history.
Basecamped
A look at trailer life with the Jackwagon Basecamp.
Featured Trailer Build: Midog’s Base Camp
A new level and size of trailer for the family adventurer
Field Tested: Fenix HL25 Headlamp
280 Lumens for under $50?
OLD HAT. Not to me, it isn’t
The story of a classic US 4×4 trail in a classic US 4×4 vehicle.
High Passes and Rain Storms
A trip through Southern Colorado’s Famous Trails
Head to Head: Sherpa 50 Solar Kit vs. Anker E7 14W Solar Charger
Which of these two kits is most adept at making power and storing?
Ruffwear Dog Gear: Preventing Dogstruction on trips
We take a look at some of Ruffwear’s latest gear to keep you and your pet safe.




















