My Mits On The Salsa Redpoint Carbon X01

Spinning leaves were falling from limbs and the faint sound of folk music and beard combing could be heard. The temps were unseasonal yet perfect for riding that day. It was the 2016 IMBA World Summit in Bentonville, AR which so happens to be where I live. Riders from all over had

Where Do You Fall In The Spectrum

What are the consequences of my actions? Stay or Go? How much sacrifice is needed for my intended goal? These are cliche questions that need to be explained to those that wish to seek adventure and to truly find what they are made of. Travel can deliver more than one would think

Devil’s Den State Park

Surrounded by the natural beauty of oak and hickory in the Ozark National Forest of Northwest Arkansas, Devils’ Den State park offers a natural playground for people of all ages. There are mountain bike trails that offer a beautiful and flowing ride across a forest valley overlooking Lee Creek. The trails aren’t technical for most of it and can be managed even by beginner skill levels. There are a couple of spots to watch for along the creeks where water can create slick rocks as

Eno Hammock Dryfly

The Eno Hammock Rain fly is sturdy and will keep you dry, most of the time. Mine has survived flash floods and numerous thunderstorms. It has held up through the worst of it and even allowed me to get a little sleep during it all. Sometimes water can run down the lines and drip on you, but this usually just requires a quick adjustment and you can get back to flatulating last

Brutal Reviews – MSR Guardian Water Purifier Pump

I stumbled on the MSR guardian water purifier pump by accident. In no way was I going to pay $349.99USD for a manual pump. Even if it kept me from pooping my pants violently in some third-world country. Well, I have taken a bite out of that humble pie as I am here today to reiterate the fact that “You get what you pay for”. I now personally own the MSR Guardian.