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Review | Is the 5.11 Taclite Pro Pant the best choice for tactical pants?

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02/13/2020

The correct tactical pants can be a critical part of your survival gear. If you’re thinking about investing in a pair, the 5.11 Taclite Pro Pant may be worth considering.

Shoes or boots – what is the best choice for hiking?

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02/06/2020

Should I wear hiking or tactical boots when hiking? Or what? What is the best choice for what I do?
Here is how to decide.

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Review: XpressCool™ Muck Boots are cool and waterproof

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11/20/2019

Spend much time on a farm, hunting or working outside and you will appreciate any boots that can keep your feet dry. Keeping them cool is another matter. Can you have both?

My footwear: flip-flops, running shoes, Merrill walking shoes, Danner day hikers, Cabellas Outfitters and Sorel snow boots. One of these pairs of shoes will take care of my needs.

How to pick the best pair of hunting/hiking boots

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09/11/2019

Don’t compromise on price or quality of hiking boots. Sore, wet, cold feet can ruin an outing. Worse, inadequate footwear could create a survival situation. Here is how to pick the right boots.

Review: Garmont® 9.81 Track GTX may be good choice for rugged trails

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07/08/2019

One thing you don’t want to scrimp on are your hiking boots. These Garmont® 9.81 Track GTX may be what you are looking for in a trail runner or light hiking shoe.

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Best water shoe review: Merrell Capra

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07/07/2019

Here’s a solid shoe designed for the canoeist, kayaker or anyone who does a lot of water activities, and who might need to portage.

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Five reasons to try wool socks for summer hiking comfort

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06/20/2019

It may seem counter intuitive, but the best socks for hot summer hiking may be wool.

Wool fedora: Is this the best outdoor hat?

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01/04/2019

Being a balding guy, I need the protection a good hat offers. But not just any head covering will do. Here why a felt fedora may be the best choice for you.

Make room in your wallet for survival gear

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06/29/2018

How do you add survival gear to an already overflowing wallet? Do you need to invest in a new one? Before you buy anything, put your current wallet on a reduction plan.

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Review: Best raincoat? We review the TRU-SPEC H2O Proof Gen 2 ECWCS Parka

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05/03/2018

Spend any time outdoors, and you’re bound to run into rain and cold weather. And your comfort and safety will depend on your clothing. Call it your first line of defense against hypothermia. This outercoat may prove to be a survival necessity.