In the Field: Nimrod’s Apex Pack System
I've been testing the Nimrod Pack System since March. Nimrod has designed a system for the hunter who spends one-to-four days at at time in the backcountry. Their...
First Lite: And the winner is….
Well, between a very big Idaho fire, a First Lite evacuation, a Rokslide system shutdown, and a busy scouting season for mule deer, one thing or another has delayed...
Stone Glacier: Proper Use of a Load Shelf
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...
Smartphones for Today’s Smart Hunter
Smart-Phones for Today's Smart Hunter By Travis Bertrand The idea of using a cell-phone as a primary camera on hunts is an intriguing option thanks to recent advances with the quality of the optics and...
First Lite Giveaway!
As I've said all along, Rokslide has some cool sponsors! I just talked to Kenton Carruth of First Lite and he wanted to thank Rokslide members for their support...
Mystery Ranch Metcalf Bag – NICE frame
Mystery Ranch NICE Metcalf Initial Impressions By Todd Kelly When I heard that the guys down at Mystery Ranch (MR) had a new bag design for the NICE frame system,...
KUIU BINO HARNESS SYSTEM
If you've followed the Rok Blog these last few months, you'll know I've been warming up to the idea of bino harness systems. KUIU just released their version. It...
Swarovski ATX85 & Kowa 884
Swarovski ATX85 and Kowa 884 Spotting Scopes By: Matt Cashell Any serious western hunter knows the value of a high performance spotting scope. No other item can save you more...
Vortex’s New Viper HS-T Riflescope
You can find the latest product releases and connect directly with the manufacturers here on the Rok Blog. If you're a long-range hunter, you might be particularly interested in...
In the Field: Nimrod Pack Systems Part II
I started testing the Nimrod Folding Pack Frame earlier this spring (In the Field: Nimrod Pack Systems) along with the Pinnacle Pack and Base Lumbar Day Pack. Recently, I got out again to try...