Gear

Vortex Razor UHD 10x50 head-to-head with the Swarovski SLC 10x42 What is worse? Not getting what you ask for or… getting what you asked only to wish you hadn’t? This...

What avid outdoor enthusiast is not always looking for some gear to enhance his time in the mountains? Often this comes down to the bare essentials that allow you...

One thing I have struggled with in the backcountry is a comfortable sleeping bag. I hate being too hot and sweating all night. That’s the main reason I have...

Rok Blog followers have met Kurt Racicot from Stone Glacier Ultralight Backpacks several times.  His company is a leading backcountry pack manufacturer and his technical advice is both practical...

Zamberlan 960 Guide Boot ReviewBy Brock Akers, Rokslide Moderator Type in the search box on Rokslide "best backcountry boot" and be prepared for a few seconds of load...

Last fall I was fortunate enough to win the Rokslide Sheep Photo Contest. The grand prize was a Stone Glacier Xcurve frame and a Sky 5900 bag to accompany...

When building a house or a skyscraper, you start with the foundation and work your way up; the foundation of your clothing system is the base layer. This important...

Seek Outside Peregrine Review by Matt Cashell, Rokslide Prostaff Backpack hunters generally look for excellence in a few categories when choosing a hunting backpack:Weight Load Hauling Capability Comfort Versatile Features ...

2021 marked the end of the Cam and a Half system that powered Hoyt’s hunting bows.  Variations of the Cam and a Half have been the engine of Hoyt’s...

Don’t Listen to the GIF – She’s a Liar!Aron SnyderMost of you probably haven’t heard of the “Good Idea Fairy” (we’ll call her GIF for short) but you probably know...