Although both types of bicycle carriers have safety issues, the American Academy of Pediatrics states that is preferable for a child to ride in a bicycle trailer rather than a front or rear-mounted bicycle seat because a young passenger on an adult’s bike makes the bike unstable and increases braking time.” (See the AAP’s tip […]
A buyer’s guide to cabin bags
On one hand, passengers may want to have more of their possessions at hand during flight, skip often time-consuming baggage claim process, and avoid the risk of having their checked baggage lost or damaged On the other hand, safety concerns , takeoff weight limitations and financial incentives cause airlines to impose limits on how much […]
A buyer’s guide to coolers
We tested the soft coolers and backpacks in Ventura, California, by loading every soft cooler with 9 pounds of pre-bagged ice and left them outside for 24 hours, from noon to noon, over two sunny days with an ambient temperature between 70 and 75 degrees with nearly constant sun exposure. Why it’s great: Most roto-molded […]
A buyer’s guide to travel guitars
The Traveler Guitar Ultra-Light Acoustic-Electric is the best mini guitar because it is stylish, has great sound and is easy to play. Convenient, comfortable and easy-to-play, travel and mini acoustic guitars are perfect for just about any casual playing scenario. Here are couple of acoustic-electric travel guitars designed for amplified sound in a compact size. […]
A buyer’s guide to motorcycle helmet
Wearing a helmet effectively reduces head injuries among motorcyclists; even so, a substantial proportion of motorcycle riders who wear helmets still sustain head injuries in crashes. Open-face, or 3/4 helmets, cover the head completely and most of the chin and cheek area for almost all motorcycle riders, and give a great deal of safety and […]
A buyer’s guide to hunting boots
As you’re trekking in the wilderness and sometimes for days on end, something as simple as knowing how to tie your hunting boots correctly can make the world of difference in terms of your comfort. Although you might not realize it at first, when you have a comfortable and fitted hunting boot with professionally tied […]
A buyer’s guide to bike racks
The rack arm is designed to keep your bicycle secure while the bus is in transit. Please allow passengers with bicycles that are leaving to remove their bikes before loading another. – Easy mounting of bikes through detachable bike arms with lockable – Thule AcuTight torque limiter knobs that click” when optimal torque is reached […]
A buyer’s guide to messenger bags
If you want to enjoy wearing a messenger bag, the best thing to do is to carry little items so that it doesn’t weigh down the shoulder that the strap is over. Whether you’re packing for work, school or the weekend, our briefcases and messenger bags are designed with pockets and compartments to keep everything […]
A buyer’s guide to wetsuits
Wetsuits are made of a kind of rubber called neoprene The suit traps a thin layer of water between the neoprene and the wearer’s skin. Wetsuits heated by a flow of hot water piped from the surface are standard equipment for commercial diving in cold water, particularly where the heat loss from the diver is […]
A buyer’s guide to motorcycle jackets
Apart from comfort, these jackets are designed to provide maximum protection against impact. This second-generation jacket features an entirely new styling to provide maximum comfort and protection against all weather conditions. It also comes equipped with weatherproof material, armored paddings, pockets, mesh ventilation and other standard features on jackets at this price point. If you’re […]
Guide to buying a tent
The ideal 2 person tent for trips where light weight, extra storage space, and comfort are of equal importance. The ideal 2 person tent for trips where great strength, light weight and maximum storage space share the top priority. Outdoor Gear Lab gave the Nemo Hornet five stars, writing that it’s targeted to backpackers seeking […]
Buying a folding wagon
If you really want to go all-in on a folding wagon for your kids, there are premium options available from companies like Keenz and Veer, but at prices around $400 or $600 these wagons aren’t offering much more than any other brand. Unlike the other four collapsible wagons we tested, the handle of the Mac […]
Guide to Crossbows
Crossbows are similar to bows , but take longer to load and are slightly more powerful, shooting farther due to slightly higher accuracy. Mounted crossbows with pulleys & windlasses to draw back the cord became a useful defensive weapon. Mounted crossbows with pulleys and windlasses to draw back the cord, thus, became a useful defensive […]
Guide to choosing a kayak
Sea kayaks are typically designed for travel by one, two or even three paddlers on open water and in many cases trade maneuverability for seaworthiness, stability, and cargo capacity. And of course there is always the option of an inflatable packraft kayak These little boats have gained huge popularity for people who want to access […]
Guide to electric scooters
Riding small, toy-like electric powered scooters on the road is generally not allowed, and for a good reason. TRC 551.302(d) states that some laws that apply to a motor vehicle do not apply to these scooters, which means you do not need safety inspection, driver’s license, registration or insurance to operate an electric scooter with […]
Guide to buying binoculars
Binoculars that use a roof prism can be made more compact and lightweight as the optical axis of the eyepiece and objective lenses can be designed in a straight line. 1 Most early binoculars used Galilean optics ; that is, they used a convex objective and a concave eyepiece lens The Galilean design has the […]
Comprehensive guide to camp stoves
These stoves are extremely user friendly, lightweight, run on isobutane/propane blended fuel—which is easy to find at sporting goods stores—and can boil water quickly. Doubling as the best camping stove for backpacking, the MSR WindBurner Stove Combo System offers an all-in-one stove and cookware system which makes cooking outdoors simpler than ever. If that’s not […]
Quick to folding bikes
Folding bikes generally come with a wider range of adjustments for accommodating various riders than do conventional bikes, because folding bike frames are usually only made in one size. When folded, the bikes can be more easily carried into buildings, on public transportation (facilitating mixed-mode commuting and bicycle commuting ), and more easily stored in […]