5.11 Rush100 60L Backpack Review
For nearly two decades Steve has been an upland hunting guide, chasing birds with a brace of GSP.
Originally a deer hunter, the ways of the upland have won him over.
“Until this year I’ve never carried a chair into the backcountry. And quite frankly it’s just because at 3, 4, oreven 5 lbs it’s not worth the weight tradeoff to get it there. But enter this year NEMO’s MoonlightElite 1 lb 2 oz, that’s right 1 lb 2 oz, I weighed it. Makes it…
It’s a Christmas miracle when I find a beanie that fits my large noggin. For me, the trendy, tight-fitting, skull cap-style beanies reduce air flow and don’t provide the warmth and versatility of a loose-fitting knit cap. I was pretty excited when I found the 5.11 Last Stand Beanie. The loose-fitting knit exterior stretched to…
The Brute Cooler is appropriately named — hard core, roto-molded, large handles, rubber latches — it’s got it all. Made in America by Brute, a family run company with excellent customer service. The 50 qt. ($319) will keep your birds chilled for at least five days, but go with the 75 qt. ($369) if you want…
Biting bugs can ruin a backcountry trip. Since most of our hunting occurs after the frosts of fall, insects are rarely a nuisance. But when training in the off-season or even hunting in early-season those bugs can be absolutely maddening. I was one of the original testers of the Thermacell Backpacker at high elevation. The…
Hunting in Alaska this year I went 20 days without a shower. Never again. NEMO makes the Helio Pressure Shower ($99) specifically for these backcountry adventures. It’s also a great solution for hosing off bird dogs that have rolled in mystery stench. Honestly, in Alaska I may have smelled worse than the dogs. The Helio packs up…
When you roll into an unimproved camp after dark (improved road my ass) scavenging rocks for a fire pit is on the bottom of your list. Fireside Outdoor’s Pop-Up Pit has you covered. The lightweight, modular design allows for quick setup with no tools or hardware required. In fact, it was so lightweight that I…