The Paddle Junkie

Icebreaker New Zealand Merino Wool - Taking natural products to a supernatural level.

Wool clothing is not a new concept to the outdoor lover. For many of us thought, the idea of wool clothing makes our skin crawl, or itch at least. Icebreaker has crafted a superfine merino wool fabric that is soft, breathable, durable and retains the natural qualities that makes wool an outdoors favorite. This merino is so soft and comfortable the first products to h…

Chippewa River Custom Rods – Tailored gear without the ridiculous price tag.

If you are anything like me, the idea of having a custom built fishing rod seemed way outside the realm of practical. Tom Schenk, the co-owner of Chippewa River Custom Rod Company, changed my mind. Tom was able to walk me through the design process for two different rods that will cover nearly all of the fishing I do. Taking into consideration how I fish and what I f…

Piragis Northwoods Outfitters - No more excuses.

I am guessing that there are a number of you that have never made the trip to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. If you haven't, you simply don't know what you are missing. It is simply the most serene place I have ever been. It is not your normal camping trip at the local KOA or State Park. This is something more wild. There are a number of reasons I…

SteriPEN Adventurer Opti

When out in the back country staying hydrated seems like an easy enough task. Here in the land of 10,000 lakes, finding water is never the issue. Finding safe water on the other hand may be tough. Being brave and drinking the water from most lakes would probably have little if any effect on a person, but when you are 2 days paddle from medical attention (not to menti…