Recreation Clothing & Gear

There are different styles and types of life vests designed to aid people in the water in a variety of situations. Some personal flotation devices deliver more flotation and will even keep an...

A winter cold snap hits and you need to go outside but you’re already cold! Remember about 90% of your body heat will escape through your head! You want to be prepared for what awaits you so you...

Carhartt hooded coats are great for winter cold wear… but a bear to pack for a trip. The hood and the bulky coat presents real problems. They don’t lay down flat in a suitcase or bag very easy....

Tired of going to the locker room at your local gym or community center and not being able to hang all of your clothing. Wish you had a couple of more hooks while you shower? Inevitably,...

People who bowl often normally own their own bowling shoes. It is beneficial to take care of your bowling shoes because they will last longer with the appropriate upkeep, and you will save money...

If you're ready for some excitement, try metal detecting. Whether hidden beneath the forest floor, beach sands, murky swamps or your own urban back yard, hidden treasure is closer than you think....

Riding an ATV is great recreation. Getting your ATV to a location where it's safe to ride, however, can be an entirely different proposition. Unless your ATV fits into the back of your pickup...

Ghillie suits are designed to be the best personal camouflage in the world, using a three-dimensional camouflaging technique to mask the outline of the human figure and employing materials from...

Field trips are an exciting and memorable part of grade school. As a part of a curriculum, they reinforce classroom lessons and encourage discussion. There is often a small fee for field trips,...

More people are turning to cycling as a way to stay in shape as well as a means of transportation. There is equipment on the market to help you keep track of just how far you have biked, how fast...

In the 1930's, cycling's international governing body, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) banned recumbent bikes from competition because they gave an unfair aerodynamic advantage. Not to be...

Autumn is the time of year when days are shorter, and the nights are colder. Autumn is also the time of year when you must address your yard by removing the leaves, pruning the trees and cleaning...

Your beloved CamelBak Water Bottle is dirty and/or growing mold in the water spout. What do you do?

Before 1985, everyone wore cycling shoes that fit into the cages of their "toe clips" (pictured). Nothing about these shoes actually clipped, but that wasn't confusing until the 1985 Tour de...

Heelys are the shoes with roller skates built into the heel. The company that makes Heelys calls them the "original skate shoes." Heelys have fallen under fire by pediatricians because of the...

Shoulder holsters are a good alternative to the standard hip holster. They allow full access to all pockets, reduce the chances of snagging your sidearm in tight quarters and allow for easier...

Anyone who's spent time on a bike knows that repairs and even general maintenance can be expensive. One way to solve that problem is to be your own bike mechanic. Yet, it's important to do it...

Making your own ATV trail is a fun way to utilize both your ATV as well as some unused parts of your property. It is critical that you have the permission of the landowner before you begin...

Chouinard Equipment started when Yvon Chouinard became a climber and started producing his own pitons. Later, Chouinard's clothing sideline would bear the Patagonia name. Since the 1970s,...

Among the variety in my employment was a period of time when I worked at a snowmobile and ATV dealership. I was the clothing manager and one of my duties was to fit and sell helmets. There are...

Water sports are very popular. However, immersion in cool or cold water can quickly lower body temperature. Reduced core body temperature is uncomfortable and can be dangerous. Wetsuits insulate...

Most bicycle tires have two parts: the outer tire and the more delicate (and inexpensive) inner tube, or "tube." In most cases, a flat tire only requires replacing the tube.

The key to dressing for outdoor workouts during cold weather is layering. Layering gives you the option start your workout wearing several layers, and allows you to remove outer layers of clothing...

A bicycle helmet that looks safe might hide dangerous weaknesses. A good helmet can mean walking away from a potentially deadly crash. When a helmet does its job, the rider might not know she...

Most bicycles don't come with fenders these days, but if you commute on a bike you know how important they are. Keeping dirt, mud, road salt and other grime off you and your bike will help you...

Utility knives are one of the most versatile tools available. They can be quickly used and just as quickly, safely stored. Because of their low cost and rigid blade, they are helpful for chores...

You will learn how to avoid and control oder from kids sporting equipment.

Skiing is a fun recreational sport, but there is specific and necessary clothing needed to keep warm and safe.

There are so many options on the market today that it can be very difficult to choose the right metal detector. Your budget, the amount of time you expect to use the detector, and how you will be...

A hydration bladder that fits into a waist or back-pack is one of the easiest ways to carry water and stay hydrated on the trail. Cleaning them properly after every use will prolong the life of...

Leather saddle bags can be an impressive addition to your motorcycle apparel, but over time, the elements can wreak havoc on the leather. Learn a few easy steps to keep your leather saddle bags...

Motorcycle jackets are meant to protect riders from the harsh sun and spills on the road. Motorcycle jackets are targets for mud, salt and other road debris. Since you don't want to ride up to the...

In order to melt, ice needs to absorb heat. Heat is transferred in three ways: through conduction, convection and radiation. Only the first two are important in understanding how a cooler works....

Many times families will go to the beach or a public park for a swim and find the changing rooms overcrowded or dirty. Or, they may be far away from restrooms or other changing facilities. A...

An altimeter is an instrument used within planes, satellites and by individuals at elevations to measure the altitude of an object above a fixed level, generally sea level. The types of altimeter...

We have become a society that is more conscious of the environment and are constantly finding new ways to re-use or re-cycle trash, but how about those items we use everyday? Being a Children's...

Some types of equipment are particularly suited for rentals. For example, vacationers who would like to rent recreational equipment find renting a great way to use the equipment without the bother...

A hydration pack is a great choice to enhance outdoor activities, such as running, hiking or cycling. The pack consists of a storage tank, worn on your back, that holds water or other liquids, a...

Bicycling as a mode of transportation is growing in popularity, especially in light of a growing environmental consciousness. People are deciding to bike to work and to run errands instead of...

If you like to hike, ski, hunt, bike or just spend time in the outdoors no matter what the weather, then you know how quickly your feet can become wet, even if your footwear is waterproof. Water...

Babies are far more vulnerable to the ravages of the sun than adults. Very young infants are particularly at risk, since most of them do not develop the ability to move themselves out of the sun...

Hitch mount bike racks are quite popular with sport utility vehicle, truck and van owners. They are simple to mount onto the vehicle; just slide into the hitch and secure the pin. Most hitch mount...

When you leave the beach or swimming pool, it's nice to not have to change out of your suit. Not everyone is comfortable walking around in a bathing suit, so a sarong-type swimsuit cover is ideal....

Knowing how to tie down anything is useful if you live in an area prone to strong winds or hurricanes; tying items down will help keep them from blowing away and being lost or potentially hurting...

Whether you are camping, hiking, skiing or snowmobiling, there is one piece of equipment that should always be carried with you. That equipment is the chemical hand warmer. Not only is it a great...

It seems everywhere you look these days, you seem to pass people as if they are gliding across the floor. Many in fact are; they are wearing the latest trend in shoes--Heely Roller Shoes. Everyone...

An atv or (all terrain vehicle) is a great purchase! It can give you years of fun, you can use it to hunt, on the farm, or to plow your drive way! You can use it for many things! They are built...

When you need to bring a distant object or person up close for identification or simply to have a better look, binoculars are the way to go. With a price range from about $10 to well over $1,000,...

The key to getting the most life, use and value out of your outdoor gear is taking good care of it. Keeping the drinking reservoir inside your hydration pack is especially important to preventing...

As illustrated by the recent death of a popular actress and the death of a senator eleven years ago, both as a result of traumatic brain injuries resulting from a skiing accident, it is important...