The Paddle Junkie

SOG SlipZilla Folding Knife - Gear Review

My affinity for pocket knives is getting a little out of control. When heading out the door in the morning I am more likely to forget my phone or car keys than my knife. Not sure what kind of psychosis I am suffering from but companies like SOG aren't helping. Over the last couple of weeks, my EDC has been the SlipZilla from SOG. This sturdy folder has been …

Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2013 - Preview

Today marks the start of the 2013 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market , an insanely huge show that happens twice a year (Summer & Winter), showcasing everything outdoors from packs and tents to shoes and snowboards. Unfortunately, Team Paddle Junkie is sitting in Minnesota shivering while all of our "outdoor" friends are wandering the halls of the Salt …

Granite Gear Nimbus Core & Vapor Flatbed - Gear Reviews

When heading out into the wilderness there are many factors to take into consideration. We all worry about how to keep ourselves warm, dry and comfortable and rightfully so. One topic I overlooked for years was how to properly transport food into the woods. Wherever you may be headed, odds are that there are critters there that would love to share whatever you br…

Gear of the Year 2012

Another year is in the books, and Team Paddle Junkie is looking forward to an amazing 2013. Over the last few days we argued, debated and thoughtfully discussed what gear from 2012 we thought made the "super short list". Honesty, this list could easily be twice as long as it is, but in our humble opinion these are the cream of the crop... Maui J…