Active Gear Review

Skallywag Tactical Swifttail Folding Knife Review

Nazar Kluchkovskiy — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 18:20:24 +0000

I recently picked up the Skallywag Tactical Swifttail Folding Knife, and I have been carrying it almost every day since. I appreciate knives that combine function with style, and this one delivers on both....

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Scouting Michigan: King’s Camo XKG Pant and Tee Review

Nazar Kluchkovskiy — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 13:14:15 +0000

I recently set aside a full day to scout a new property in Michigan that I’m considering hunting this fall. Whenever I scout, I try to move the same way I would during the...

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Mystery Ranch Sawtooth 65 Backpack Review

Bennett Colvin — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 13:00:54 +0000

After every season, I try to fine-tune my setup to make the next hunt more successful. This year, I’m starting with my pack. The all-new Mystery Ranch Sawtooth 65 is a feature-packed backpack with...

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Wild Gainz Creatine Gummies Review

Mark Ranum — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:00:35 +0000

We live in a world where you have to second-guess everything. Is your food really organic? Is your news actually news? And now, thanks to the trainwreck known as Gummygate, we even have to...

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BOA Dialed In: Giro Imperial II Cycling Shoe Review

Niels Oomkes — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 19:33:14 +0000

The sleek and clean look of the Giro Imperial II, adorned with the BOA Li2 Dial, definitely caught my attention. The design of the BOA Dial is simple, yet still quite functional with the...

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Kiprun 10L Running Hydration Vest Review

Mark Ranum — Sun, 24 Aug 2025 13:00:32 +0000

You ever find a piece of gear that sneaks up on you? Doesn’t come in swinging with big brand bravado or glossy Instagram ads. No, it just shows up, quietly, humbly, does the job…and...

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Velocio Ultralight Mesh Long Sleeve Jersey and Adventure Cargo Bib Shorts Review

Jesse — Sat, 23 Aug 2025 13:00:30 +0000

Since its launch in 2014, Velocio has consistently produced exceptional cycling apparel that blends high-performance features with eco-conscious practices. Known initially for ensuring women had access to premium cycling gear, Velocio has expanded to...

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Notta Memo Review: AI Voice Recorder

Nazar Kluchkovskiy — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 13:00:46 +0000

As a first-year cross-country coach, I quickly realized that organizing meetings with my assistant coach and capturing all the details from our planning sessions could be overwhelming. I needed a tool that could handle...

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Nitecore NB Air Power Bank Review: Small, Simple, and Handy

Nazar Kluchkovskiy — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:00:37 +0000

I recently picked up the Nitecore NB Air Power Bank, and I’ve been impressed by how useful it is for something so small. It’s not a big or complicated piece of gear, but it...

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Saris MHS Hitch Bike Rack Review: Heavy-Duty, Modular, and Built for the Long Haul

Jesse — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 13:00:37 +0000

I’ll admit, I don’t see Saris racks nearly as often on the road as I do Thule, Kuat, or 1UP. But after spending time with the Saris MHS 2-Bike Hitch Rack, I’m wondering why....

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Velotric Nomad 2X Review

Mark Ranum — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 18:34:31 +0000

Have you ever used a piece of gear that feels like it was designed by someone who’s taken a few hard knocks, learned from every one of them, and come back with calloused hands...

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Beyond the Books: Gear for the Campus Grind

Mark Ranum — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 17:25:51 +0000

Back to school. For many, it means textbooks, late-night study sessions, and maybe a new laptop. But for anyone who’s constantly on the move, whether biking across town or campus, juggling creative projects, or...

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Flowell Sport Mobile Pants Set Review

Rocco Maiolo — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 21:28:12 +0000

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve likely heard rumblings about the benefits of compression therapy. Everything from compression socks for athletes and those with circulation issues, to full-on compression boots/pants that promote...

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viaim OpenNote AI Recording Earbuds Review

Nazar Kluchkovskiy — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 18:47:36 +0000

The viaim OpenNote AI Recording Earbuds are unlike anything I’ve used before. Over the past few weeks, I’ve integrated them into my daily routine for everything from running and work calls to late-night video...

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Smartwool Active Run Kit Review

Nazar Kluchkovskiy — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:00:14 +0000

Summer in Michigan is a strange season for runners. We get hot, humid days along the lakeshore, but also cooler mornings and occasional sudden temperature swings. I train on the Musketawa Trail, in Muskegon...

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