Outdoor Gear Reviews
My experience in the outdoors runs deep. Come check out some of the gear I have reviewed and see if it may aid you in your future adventures.
While I often get stuff sent in for review, occasionally something cool shows up for one of my boys. By way of example, a friend of the channel ended up sending my oldest son, Jatta, a incredibl… May 22, 2021jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Axe,Hatchet,Panhandle Axe Co Read More
Defiant Hoodie by Prometheus Design Werx
When it comes to technical layers, they are not all made equally. Sometimes you end up with an amazing garment that blurs the lines as well, such as the Defiant Hoodie by Prometheus Design Werx. The D… April 30, 2021jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Defiant Hoodie,Jacket,PDW,Prometheus Design Werx,soft shell Read More
Salomon Alpine Touring Setup: End of Season Review
After my 1st season skiing, here is my takeaway from my Alpine Touring Setup from Salomon… I’ve put a lot of miles and a lot of runs on this setup. Learning to ski along the way. From 20 m… April 16, 2021jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Skills Alpine Touring,Salomon,Skiing,skis Read More
1st Look: PDW ZCaB-AW and Premier IIIA Backpack Insert
Today I’m taking a look at some new gear I just got in from Prometheus Design Werx and Premier Body Armor. On the one hand, the new ZCaB-AW by PDW as well as the Large Universal Fit IIIA Backpac… March 21, 2021jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews armor,backpack,Premier,Prometheus Design Werx,Tote,ZCaB Read More
Salomon Forces Sua Sponte MkIII Boots
Today I take a look at the Salomon Forces Sua Sponte MkIII Boots. They are the result of a collaboration between Salomon and U.S. Elite. A mid top assault boot. Since they are Gortex lined, they defin… February 23, 2021jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews boot,boots,MkIII,Salomon,U.S. Elite Read More
Salomon Alpine Touring Setup: 12 DaysIn
Here we are taking another look at my Alpine Touring Setup by Salomon after about 12 days of riding this season. While I am new to the sport of skiing, I’m having a ton of fun with it. The Salom… February 8, 2021jatta Adventure Log,Outdoor Gear Reviews adventure,Salomon,ski,Skiing Read More
Salomon Alpine Touring Setup: 5 Days In
I’m definitely new to Skiing, but as far as skills go, it is coming along. Here is a look at my first 5 days with my new Alpine Touring Setup from Salomon. Ski Gear Loadout Salomon MTN EXPLORE 9… January 19, 2021jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Alpine Touring,Salomon,ski,Skiing,skis Read More
S.H.A.D.O. 24L Pack by Prometheus Design Werx
Today I take a look at the Prometheus Design Werx 24 Liter S.H.A.D.O. Pack (Suspension Haul Access Durability Organized). While it is a incredibly well made and thought out EDC (Every Day Carry) backp… January 10, 2021jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews backpack,PDW,Prometheus Design Werx,SHADO Read More
New Gear for Winter Adventures: Salomon Alpine Touring Setup
At a certain point, if you want to do something, you need to just go all in… So, lets get geared up for some winter adventures! After my good buddy Bill, of AMTAC Shooting, has been hounding me … December 16, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Alpine Touring,Cross Country,Salomon,ski,skis Read More
It is always good to have friends come by, especially when they offer to give you a tour of their awesome SATvan (Stuff And Things). Talon Sei did just that… If you don’t follow Talon, che… November 21, 2020jatta Adventure Log,Outdoor Gear Reviews road trip,SATvan,Talon Sei,Van Life Read More
Ventum Ultralight Hoodie by Beyond Clothing
When you need a wind / rain layer, you actually need it… Enter the K4 Ventum Ultralight Hoodie by Beyond Clothing. A lightweight, 4 way stretch, wind and rain layer that can stow into a built in… November 4, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Beyond Clothing,Rain Layer,Ventum,Ventum Hoodie,Wind Breaker Read More
All Leather Lems Boulder Boots
If you have wide feet and are looking for some minimalist all leather boots, check out Lems. They make their All Leather Boulder Boot. I’ve worn different pairs of Lems Shoes for a number of yea… October 23, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews All Leather,boots,Boulder Boots,Lems,Minimalist Shoes Read More
Coleman FreeFlow Insulated Water Bottle
When it comes to insulated water bottles, the Coleman FreeFlow Autoseal has some great features. I’ve been using this one for over two years now. It is still going strong and has managed to not … October 17, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Coleman,Insulated,Water bottle Read More
Terava Skrama 240 by Varusteleka
When it comes to most any piece of gear, knives included, it is a tradeoff. What is the task at hand and what is the best tool for the job. Enter the Terava Skrama 240 by Varusteleka. Think of it is a… August 25, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Hatchet,Knife,Terava Skrama 240,Varusteleka Read More
32oz Summit Water Bottle by Simple Modern
Water bottles, you need them… …unless you never leave the house. While everyone may not have a use case for a insulated water bottle, they are pretty handy. This 32oz Summit Water Bottle b… July 20, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Simple Modern,Summit Water Bottle,Water bottle Read More
USMC Happy Suit by Wild Things Gear
The Marine Corps Happy Suit, or the High Loft Pants, Jacket and Boots by Wild Things Gear. When the temperature drops and things get really cold, you need the appropriate gear. And while there are ple… June 30, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Cold Weather Gear,High Loft,Wild Things,Wild Things Gear Read More
Often times when I hear someone say their gun, gear, fill in the blank, is “just as good,” well… “You keep using that word, I do not think it means what you think it means.R… June 24, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews just as good,justasgood Read More
Stanley Adventure Camp Cook Set
If you like to go hiking and backpacking, at a certain point you need a way to boil water and cook food. Enter the Stanley Adventure Camp Cook Set. For the money, this is probably one of the best cook… June 20, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Adventure Camp Cook Set,backpacking,Cook Set,Stanley Read More
Raider Pants by Prometheus Design Werx
All pants are not made equal. One of my favorite pant designs out there is the Raider Pant by Prometheus Design Werx. For my lifestyle and use, to include hiking, backpacking, trips to the range and a… May 30, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews PDW,Prometheus Design Werx,Raider Field Pant,Raider Pants Read More
TiFs Lighter by Prometheus Design Werx
Depending on your lifestyle and what kind of adventures you find yourself on, the ability to light a fire can be incredibly important. Enter the TiFs Lighter by Prometheus Design Werx. The TiFs, stand… May 20, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews lighter,PDW,Prometheus Design Werx,TiFs Read More
Vertix GPS Adventure Watch by Coros
As technology gets better and shrinks in size, we end up with better and better tools for adventure at our disposal. Take for example the Vertix GPS Adventure Watch by Coros. The Vertix GPS Adventure … April 1, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Coros Vertix,GPS Watch,Vertix,Watch Read More
After months of wearing the Lems Trailhead V2, here are my thoughts. While I wouldn’t really call them a minimalist shoe, especially compared to their Primal 2 Shoes, they are a stepping stone i… March 28, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Lems,Minimalist Shoes,Shoes,Trailhead V2 Read More
NOCO Genius Boost + 1000 Amp Power Pack
Sometimes a small investment can afford you a huge savings. I think the NOCO Genius Boost + 1000 Amp Power Pack is one of those things. Car batteries die, either due to the cold or they just get worn … March 6, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews 1000 Amp,battery,NOCO Genius,Power Pack Read More
The Northman Knife by AMTAC Blades is probably one of the best knives of its kind. A true blending of both utility and defensive capability with respect to pretty much every aspect of the knife. The k… March 2, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews AMTAC Blades,Bill Rapier,Knife,Northman Read More
After using the Uberleben Flat Pack Stove for almost a year, I share my thoughts… I will say, twig stoves are pretty amazing. You can find fuel most anywhere you go, they pack flat, and are largely … January 28, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Flat Pack Stove,stove,twig stove,Uberleben Read More
After quite some time, the Back Country Shiv is here… …or Kit Badger Field Knife, or whatever it is called. Awhile back Chad, from CK Knife & Tool, reached out to me about making a collaborati… January 11, 2020jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Back Country Shiv,CK Knife & Tool,Kit Badger Field Knife,Knife Read More
Goat Peak Adventure & Loadout – 2019
Sometimes you don’t go as far as you had anticipated, but it doesn’t make it any less of an adventure. This is a look at a winter attempt at Goat Peak and the gear I used. Myself, Bill Rap… January 5, 2020jatta Adventure Log,Outdoor Gear Reviews adventure,Goat Peak,snow,snowshoes,winter Read More
There are times when you NEED to get a fire started. A true lighter with a flame can be invaluable. Enter the titanLIGHT by Exotac. A lighter made in the USA of machined aluminum with two O-Ring seals… December 23, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Exotac,fire,lighter,titanLIGHT Read More
Cashmere Shemagh by Prometheus Design Werx
Cashmere is a pretty amazing performance material. As a fiber it pretty much beats out wool in every measurable way. Unfortunately it is fairly cost prohibitive, but if you want to indulge in some ser… November 6, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Cashmere,PDW,Prometheus Design Werx,Shemagh Read More
DA Hoodie V2 by Prometheus Design Werx
After rocking this DA Hoodie V2 by Prometheus Design Werx for about a year, I have a some thoughts on it… In a word, its Rad. The DA Hoodie is a pretty good go-to stand alone piece that offers a lot… October 30, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews DA Hoodie V2,PDW,Polartech,Prometheus Design Werx Read More
How long could you last in the wilderness with the Henry Survival Kit? This is the final Part -3 in my series in which I wrap up my experience in the woods with the AR-7 by Henry Rifles as well as the… October 22, 2019jatta Adventure Log,Outdoor Gear Reviews AR 7,Henry,Henry Rifles,Henry Survival Kit,Survival Kit Read More
2nd Look: Performance Alpaca Socks by Follow Hollow
Here is my 2nd Look at the new Performance Alpaca Socks by Follow Hollow. They are currently (as of October 10th) running a Kickstarter campaign to get funding. You can find the Kickstarter Campaign h… October 22, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Alpaca,Alpaca Socks,Performance Alpaca Socks,Socks Read More
How long could you last in the wilderness with the Henry Survival Kit? Who knows, there are a ton of variables. But I’ve set out into the woods with the AR-7 by Henry Rifles as well as their Sur… October 20, 2019jatta Adventure Log,Outdoor Gear Reviews AR 7,Henry Rifles,Henry Survival Kit,Survival,Survival Kit Read More
How long could you last in the wilderness with the Henry Survival Kit? Truth be told, I have no idea, there are tons of factors that come into play. But I set out into the woods with the AR-7 by Henry… October 18, 2019jatta Adventure Log,Outdoor Gear Reviews Henry Rifles,Henry Survival Kit,Survival,Survival Kit Read More
1st Look: Performance Alpaca Socks by Follow Hollow
Here is a quick 1st Look at some new Performance Alpaca Socks by Follow Hollow. They are currently (as of October 10th) running a Kickstarter campaign to get funding. You can find the Kickstarter Camp… October 12, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Alpaca,Follow Hollow,Performance Alpaca Socks,Socks Read More
30 Mile Hike Loadout: July 2019
In July of 2019 I was invited on a hike. Not really a backpacking trip, more of a training evolution. Bill Rapier, of AMTAC Shooting, was training up for the Sniper Adventure Challenge and this was on… September 6, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews 30 Mile Hike,adventure,backpacking trip,Bill Rapier,Loadout Read More
Beyond Clothing – Ventum Hoodie & Shorts: 1st Look
Beyond Clothing recently sent out some stuff for review. Their Ventum Ultralight Hoodie and their Ventum Ultralight Cargo Short. Along with a pretty sweet t-shirt. The hoodie and shorts are both made … August 22, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Beyond Clothing,Ventum,Ventum Cargo Short,Ventum Hoodie Read More
AMTAC Blades Northman & DMOS Delta Shovel: 1st Look
A Shovel and a Knife! Both bringing their own flavor of utility and martial ability. Today I take my 1st look at the Delta Shovel by DMOS Collective and the AMTAC Blades Northman. The Delta Shovel is … July 25, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews AMTAC Blades,Delta,DMOS Collective,Knife,Northman,Shovel Read More
1st Look: PDW S.H.A.D.O. 24l Pack & Coros Vertix GPS Watch
Here is my 1st look at the Prometheus Design Werx S.H.A.D.O. 24l Pack and the Coros Vertix GPS Watch. While I don’t have tons of time with either of them, I have had the opportunity to take them… June 26, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews Coros,GPS Watch,Prometheus Design Werx,S.H.A.D.O. Pack,Vertix Read More
Iliad Field Jacket by Prometheus Design Werx
Today I am taking a look at the Iliad Field Jacket by Prometheus Design Werx. There are a ton of jackets on the market these days, but not all are created equal. There are some really well executed de… June 24, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Iliad Field Jacket,Jacket,PDW,Prometheus Design Werx Read More
Here is my look at the Lems Trailhead Shoes. I’ve been wearing them for over 6 months now. Ran them in 2 different Tactical Games events in 2019, a day of the 2019 Shooter Symposium, working out… June 16, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Boulder Boots,Lems,Primal 2,Shoes,Trailhead Read More
A.G. Watch Cap by Prometheus Design Werx
There are a lot of watch caps out there, and they are not all created equal. Today I take a look at the Prometheus Design Werx A.G. Watch Cap. I’ve been running it quite a bit over the past fall… June 14, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews A.G. Watch Cap,PDW,Prometheus Design Werx,Watch Cap Read More
1st Look: Uberleben Stoker Stove and More…
From the top of Strawberry Mountain I take a 1st look at a number of new pieces of gear. The Uberleben Stoker Flatpack Stove, Hexa Fire Starter, Stanley Camp 24oz Cook Set and a pretty awesome enamele… June 4, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews Hexa Fire Starter,Stanley Camp,Stoker Stove,Uberleben Read More
Henry AR-7 Survival Kit: 1st Look
If you have ever read the story Hatchet, you’re probably familiar with the AR-7 Survival Rifle. It is a pretty cool self nesting rifle, all of the components break down and fit inside the butt s… February 22, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews AR 7,Henry,Rifle Read More
Who doesn’t love free stuff? I’ll admit I love getting packages in the mail. Whether it is warming layers, knives, pack-able solar panels or how about free firearms? Awesome right?! Well, … February 9, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews Free Gear,Henry Rifles,Honey Badger Read More
Tactical Distributors Down Range Hooded Jacket 2.1
All down jackets are not made equal. And like most pieces of gear, it comes down to intended use. The Down Range Hooded Jacket 2.1, by Tactical Distributors, is on the lighter side of down jackets. Th… February 1, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews down jackets,Hooded Jacket,tactical distributors Read More
11 Years with my Fugitive Hoody by Arcteryx
After about 11 years of use my Fugitive Hoody by Arcteryx is about to give up the ghost. I first bought this fleece back in early 2008 and wore it throughout the years till the beginning of 2019. Havi… January 25, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews Arcteryx,fleece,fugitive hoody,security contractor Read More
Sometimes things break while you are out on adventures. Or more to the point, get cut or ripped. That is where the K Tape Repair Tape by Kenyon comes in. K Tape is a adhesive backed repair tape that i… January 18, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews adventures,K Tape,Kenyon,Repair Tape,ripstop Read More
Ripstays – A Rapid Removal System
What are Ripstays? According to their site, they are the “fastest MOLLE system on earth.” In my experience they are, so long as we are just talking about removing pouches or placards. When… January 4, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews MOLLE,PALS,pouch,ripstay,webbing Read More
Carlos Ray Cargo Pants by Tactical Distributors
Pants, most people wear them. Either because it is too cold for shorts or nudity is frowned upon in that location. At any rate, it can be hard to find a good pair sometimes. After wearing this pair of… January 2, 2019jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews adventure pants,cargo pants,everyday pants,pants,tactical distributors Read More
Muesli Breakfast Cereal by BaseKamp
If you spend time outdoors, backpacking, hunting, hiking and on adventures… …you can grow to hate oatmeal. There is only so much oatmeal you eat. Additionally there are only so many breakfast food… December 19, 2018jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews backpacking,backpacking food,cold day,hunting,warm meal Read More
When it comes to EDC (Every Day Carry) Flashlights, there are a lot of options. SureFire has managed to bring together a lot of great elements in their EDCL1-T Flashlight. For starters, the light has … December 1, 2018jatta Outdoor Gear Reviews,Tactical Gear Reviews Read More
