Fishing was something I always loved as a kid, but that desire slowly faded as I became an adult. Life got busy, and I found myself spending more time outdoors hiking instead. Lakes and rivers are easily my favorite spots to explore. Watching other anglers…
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Honest, real-world testing and evaluations of outdoor gear, tools, and parts before you spend your money.
Trimmer line is easily the most replaced part of my equipment yet it is often the most misunderstood part of the job. It is not just a piece of plastic string. It is the cutting edge of the machine. I go through multiple bulk spools…
I recently headed out for a weekend trip to the Oregon coast and set myself a challenge: leave the bulky suitcases behind and pack everything into the Osprey Daylite Plus. I wanted to see if this 20L pack could actually transition from a minimalist travel bag…
When I first started my business, the Stihl FS 200 was my go-to workhorse. It was affordable and powerful. Once I got used to its quirks, it handled everything I threw at it for several years. However, as my business grew, so did the demands of my…
Finding a high-quality tool at a fraction of its retail price is a highlight for any DIY enthusiast. About three years back, I was browsing Facebook Marketplace and came across a Greenworks 2000 PSI Pressure Washer. I cannot recall the exact final price, but I knew…
Longtime viewers of my channel know I’m all about tools that actually make life easier. For years, I was a ‘gas-only’ guy. I had an old Echo blower/vac that was a beast, but it came with a list of headaches I finally got tired of managing. Between…
My loyalty to Keen goes back years because the brand is a household name for anyone who spends time on the trails or near the water. My typical rotation consists of solid Keen boots for work and heavy hiking, paired with reliable sandals for everything…
While I don’t have a fancy degree, I’ve always considered myself a tech-savvy guy. I love tech just as much as I love my workshop tools. Whether it is a small engine or a motherboard, I enjoy seeing how things work. In the past, I…
In the modern automotive world, trucks have become massive and incredibly complex. While a new pickup might feel like a luxury suite on wheels, many of us miss the days when a truck was simply a reliable tool. After years of driving and working out…
I have always been a fan of tools that were built to last, the kind of gear that doesn’t just end up in a landfill because a single plastic clip snapped. A few years ago, I came across a Stihl FS 200 brushcutter that had…