A relative newcomer to the goggle game, POC has quickly risen to the top by throwing money at the...
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Jim O'Leary
Based out of the part of New York that's only technically not New England, Jim has been writing about outdoor gear for over a decade and using it for nearly three. An avid snowboarder and cyclist, he also enjoys camping, hiking, wheeling in his 4Runner and being not particularly good at climbing. When forced to be inside he enjoys playing bass, watching soccer, and reading books about tall ships.
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Whether it’s the shop next to the Auntie Anne’s or the old Ford that brought them there, most...
For most people “fun in the sun” means summertime warmth, but the reality is there’s still...
At first glance the Keen Howser III Slide is something of an extravagance. It’s extra. No one...
“Safety first” is a cliche, but for a good reason. Not only does wearing a helmet while...
Eye protection can make the difference between a good day and a great day. Not only do a good pair...
The hang tag on the 686 SMARTY Form 3-in-1 Jacket reads like a pretty impressive list of...
You’ve got to eat. And while boil-in-bag meals and fistfulls of granola are fine for ultralight...
The Kelty Cosmic 20 Sleeping Bag is described as a cold-weather backpacking bag. Which isn’t...
Tents are often the most expensive part of gearing up for a camping trip, and often the most...