The ‘Toyota Camry of the Knife World’ Is an Awesome Value: CIVIVI Voltaic Review CIVIVI’s Voltaic Flipper may not be premium by industry standards, but I beg to differ. Written by Nick LeFort March 15, 2023
The Perfect Knife for the End of the World (or a Fun Camp Trip): Sniper Bladeworks MAMU Review Every once in a while, a knife like the Sniper Bladeworks MAMU comes around and redefines what a large-fixed blade is and what it can… Written by Nick LeFort March 13, 2023
3D-Welded to Actually Fit Your Pack: Testing HydraPak’s New Contour Reservoir HydraPak continues to refine its hydration systems with new 3D welded Contour reservoirs that fit any pack without taking up all its space. Written by Nick LeFort March 13, 2023
Africa’s Toughest Knife Comes to America: Honey Badger Wharncleaver Review American-made knife purists will miss out if they overlook the African-designed Honey Badger Wharncleaver, simply one of the best values in EDC knives today. Written by Nick LeFort March 08, 2023
In Defense of the Hatchet: Why It’s More Relevant Than Ever Hatchets are one of the oldest and most functional outdoor tools around — so why don’t more hikers and backpackers carry them on the trail? Written by Nick LeFort March 06, 2023
Superior Function, Formidable Form: Sniper Bladeworks LPC Knife Review With a lot of talk surrounding what a tactical knife should be, Sniper Bladeworks answers the call with the indomitable LPC folder. Written by Nick LeFort March 06, 2023
Trusty Sidekick for Tight Spots: Pro-Tech Runt 5 Automatic Knife Review If you haven’t considered an automatic EDC knife before, the Pro-Tech Runt 5 packs tons of utility into a stunning, single-handed package. Written by Nick LeFort February 23, 2023
Benchmade Nails the Hard-Use Knife With ‘Redoubt’ Tactical Blade: Review Following the Bugout and Bailout, the Benchmade Redoubt proves that — at least for the tactical crowd — the third time’s a charm. Written by Nick LeFort February 23, 2023
Kamp-Rite Oversize Tent Cot Review: An Affordable Alternative to a Rooftop Tent? We have liftoff — the Kamp-Rite Tent Cot will help keep you high, dry, and well-ventilated on any car camping trip you bring it on. Written by Nick LeFort February 22, 2023
Zero Tolerance 0006 Review: The Bushcraft Blade Rambo Would Want The Zero Tolerance 0006 is ready for war — or an adventure in your backyard. Written by Nick LeFort February 01, 2023
CRKT LCBK Knife Review: Scalpel Precision, American Muscle CRKT has launched two new American-made folders that have a crossbar-style lock mechanism. We put the CRKT LCBK to the test. Written by Nick LeFort January 27, 2023
CRKT ‘Definitive’ Crossbar Knife Review: Mythical Styling, Everyday Bad-Assery With the Definitive, CRKT goes heavy metal, but without all the weight. Written by Nick LeFort January 25, 2023
CRKT Provoke EDC Knife Review: Fidgety, Effective, Fast Adventure Blade The CRKT Provoke EDC uses a technology first employed in Karambit knives and implements it in an everyday carry tool. The result is a fun,… Written by Nick LeFort January 09, 2023
Überleben Stöker Flatpack Stove Review: Slow Down With Natural Fuel Überleben Stöker Flatpack Stove is a wood-fire camping stove that packs flat and won’t break down, or run out of fuel. Written by Nick LeFort January 05, 2023
Zero Tolerance 0230 Review: EDC Knife for Your Dress Pants Pocket The Zero Tolerance 0230 Slip-Joint is the EDC knife to carry around in places where you usually wouldn’t carry a knife around. Written by Nick LeFort January 04, 2023
James Brand ‘The Kline’ EDC Knife Review: A Magnacut Masterpiece Made for Abuse A brand known for looks over utility makes a sharp turn with The Kline, a do-all, no-whining, everyday carry knife that stands with the best… Written by Nick LeFort December 21, 2022
The James Brand Redstone Knife Review: Behold the Future of EDC Blades The Redstone pocket knife from The James Brand is a unique attempt to include features that are generally absent in a minimalist knife. And it… Written by Nick LeFort December 01, 2022
WE Knife Big Banter Review: Small Enough for Anywhere, Big Enough for Any Task The Big Banter from WE Knife isn’t just the knife you take on an adventure — it’s the knife you plan your adventures around. Written by Nick LeFort November 28, 2022
WE Knife Co. Banter Review: Possibly the Best Blade on a $100 Budget Don’t ignore the ‘Banter’ around this mighty folding knife. WE Knife Co. makes a strong case for a perfect EDC blade. Written by Nick LeFort November 16, 2022
Hults Bruk 325-Year Anniversary Axe Review: A Collectible Designed for Abuse Resist the urge to display the Hults Bruk 325-Year Axe on your wall. Written by Nick LeFort October 12, 2022