I have birded since childhood and never used a monocular. After testing the Nocs 832 Field Tube, I consider it a companion to my binoculars and a must-pack item on day hikes. 　　I tested the Field Tube while birding and hiking in several parks. I scanned vistas, observed large wildlife like elk and moose, and watched dozens of birds. 　　It...

　　True or false: Paul Pabst has been blacklisted in Boulder, Colorado, for losing a rental car that has never been recovered. The answer is just one of the fun facts packed into this weeks episode —an episode that keeps us in one of Americas havens of craft beer, the Mile-High City. 　　In fact, Denver even plays home to the annual...

　　Ford is recalling close to 100,000 EcoBoost V6 engines. The 2.7L and 3.0L V6 engines are in the F-150, Bronco, Explorer, and Edge, as well as the Lincoln Aviator and Nautilus. The fix is a new engine, at least for some owners, after an inspection. 　　The recall has been a long time in the making. The first investigations into the...

　　You could say that todays Emerging Gear is a tribute to the finer things in life — at least in the sense of libations best enjoyed outdoors. 　　As fall temperatures bring relief after a boiling summer, many outdoor brands have dropped new releases for enjoying whiskey, beer, or espresso. And yes, theres even a Snoop Dogg Solo Stove for those...

　　Peak Design has an all-new line of bags, and its specifically designed for outdoor enthusiasts. The Outdoor Line just dropped on Kickstarter, with some impressive intro deals to be had (20-25% off). 　　More importantly, I got my hands on an early sample of the Peak Design Outdoor 45L Bag. Ive been using it for about a month, both on some...

　　There are few simple or customizable solutions for storing rifles and pistols. Gun safes are expensive, incredibly heavy, and often lack the storage space for all your accessories and ammo. 　　If youre living in a rental or apartment, you may not have the option of getting a gun safe into your home. If you happen to be someone who moves often,...

　　Tenaya has quietly infiltrated the climbing shoe scene since its founding in 1997. The Spanish brand didnt have the media firepower of brands like FiveTen or LaSportiva. Still, it has consistently and doggedly developed shoes and put them on the feet of top rock climbers since its inception. Climbers like Alex Megos and Chris Sharma have been ticking the worlds...

　　Backcountry: Up to 70% Off 　　 　　(Photos/Backcountry) Theres plenty to love about the End of Summer Sale from Backcountry, where youll find lots of stellar outdoor gear from name brands at steep discounts. 　　Case in point: Snatch up the Backcountry Waffle Button-Up Womens for 70% off, or the Columbia Rebel Roamer Pant Mens for 50% off. Looking for gear? Plenty...

　　Which way to the next campsite? I think we need to paddle back! I could just hear my companion over a roaring headwind cutting across the picturesque whitecaps on Rose Lake in the Boundary Waters. 　　I fully understood his frustration and doubt. The first five campsites we passed were all occupied and we were scraping the bottom of the proverbial...

　　Dalton Hunter’s journey to becoming a travel influencer wasn’t paved with luxury or frequent flier miles from an early age. Growing up, travel was a foreign concept. Living in a trailer with his parents, he remembers a diet of Lucky Charms, bologna, and canned soup.  　　It wasnt until his grandmother took him on a trip to St. Thomas in the...

　　For 50 years, British Columbia-based TufPort has made rugged truck slide-ins for Canadas many far-flung workers. The brands truck shells have become a go-to choice for field work, from emergency medical transports to remote farming. 　　After years of requests from customers, the brand has delivered an overlanding version of its popular slide-ins. Leakproof, lightweight, and aerodynamic, the TufPort Overlander is...

　　Jackson Kayak is jumping into the creek/slice market with the Clutch. This new whitewater kayak is designed to run steep creeks and big water rivers with confidence while still allowing for all sorts of vertical fun on the stern. 　　Play Jackson Kayak Clutch M/L Specs Length: 810 Width: 27.25 Volume: 85 gal. Weight: 46 lbs. Paddler weight range:120-200 lbs. MSRP:...