Just kidding. A snorkel (a.k.a. a “Dorkel” by some with a sense of humor) is actually a useful addition to a vehicle when used like we use our Tacoma. Granted, if you are (or know someone who is) a “Mall Crawler” than this addition is truly a waste of time, effort and money…unless all you …
I don’t remember exactly when I first realized I was regularly heading into and back out of situations when a substantially lower tire pressure greatly improved either traction or comfort (or both). I assume that newsflash hit me during one of those excursions where I ended up deflating and then reinflating my tires at least …
One of our favorite times of year to head out and camp is in early Spring. Days are still brisk, snow can be found at higher elevations and it seems the multitudes of summer campers are staying home. On the negative side of the ledger are washed out roads and trails, snow or landslides blocking …
Ever since I started making camping an integral part of my life I have strived to find products that meet my needs as efficiently and simply as possible. A couple other criteria I want any tool I use to possess are a robust build quality and fitting into the limited space available in the Tacoma. …
We are firm believers in, and practice the tenets of, many mantras about keeping the outdoor recreation areas we use clean and preserved for future visitors and generations. Sayings like “Pack It In, Pack It Out,” “Leave No Trace,” “Take Only Pictures, Leave Only Footprints” and, essentially “Leave It Better Than You Found It” all …
We’re thrilled that we finally got our Arc’Teryx Theta SV Jacket back. After three months and eight emails (my original request email plus seven from the company) It’s been a long time coming but a least we have it back and they did a nice job with the repair. Back in November of last year …
We spend well over 250 days a year adventuring in the great outdoors in a wide variety of climates and ecosystems. Our two favorite places to play are forests and deserts, probably two of the more diametrically opposed ecosystems possible. Even I, a complete non-fashion-conscious dude, notice the difference in my hair and skin when …
When we started out on the road we had a pop-up canopy with us to shelter our gear when it was out of the Tacoma camper shell. It was a nice one; way more robust than those “Easy-Up” brand flimsy things and a generous 12′ x 12′. In non-inclement weather it worked fine we just …
UPDATE: A new version is now being developed and has been granted US Patent # 10,045,513. Introducing the latest design, the Trident Helmet, tailored for Belgian Malinois and German Shepherds. When one that fits Willow’s head is produced we will take it into the field on our next adventure and subject it to our tried …
Willow is a weirdo. It is obscene how many dog beds I have bought and how much money I have spent over the years on beds that she might very well never use. Everything from Costco $30 beds to $100, waterproof liner covered, memory foam beds from Orvis. If given the choice (and she alway does …