When I recently stumbled across a solid deal on a Smith and Wesson M&P 15-22 Sport, let’s just say that I didn’t hesitate to take it home. I already owned a M&P 15 (chambered in 5.56/.223) for several years, and it has been extremely reliable and fun to shoot. I figured a M&P 15-22 would … Read more
What better way to test a snorkel called ‘Easybreath’ than to plunge into the chilly waters of the Solent to discover how it copes with involuntary gasps and splutters? For our trial, we headed to Osborne Bay, just off Queen Vic’s bolthole on the Isle of Wight, on an uncharacteristically balmy early summer’s day. The … Read more
Last Updated on June 5, 2022 The Best Backpacking Tents of 2022: One through Six-Person Tents for All Hikers Picking out one of 2022’s best backpacking tents for your gear list is no small task. Because, in the wild and unforgiving backcountry, your tent is the only thing protecting you from the wind, rain, and … Read more
Outdoor coolers have the same adventurous spirit as those who carry them. They’re designed to be dropped, beaten, submerged and even attacked by wild animals, all while keeping their contents intact and cold for days. Whether you’re planning on taking one deep-sea fishing, big game hunting, paddling down some Class-5 rapids or simply going to … Read more
You’re going to hear a whole lot of this acronym this year — LPVO. It stands for Low-Powered Variable Optic, and it’s the insurgent category of riflescopes from at least a dozen brands. What are you going to hear precious little about? Spotting scopes. Those are two of the dominant trends in sporting optics that … Read more
The unprecedented demand for firearms over the past two years has strained manufacturing capacity. Nevertheless, in 2022 retailers will see new models. If there’s a term that can describe the industry’s focus in the past year, it’s “supply chain issues.” These range from the availability and cost of raw materials and parts to building sufficient … Read more
Updated Feb 8, 2022 1:00 PM My introduction to muzzleloaders began back in 1984 when I, tutored by my father, harvested my first black powder whitetail—a fine fat doe—in Ohio’s Harrison County. The rifle? A Thompson/Center Hawken sidelock percussion gun in .54 caliber, a relic by today’s standards. Some 38 years later, I still have … Read more
Today I’m going to show you the best shooting ear protection on the market today. In fact: I’ve hand-tested over 10 shooting ear protections alone for this review. The best part? I’ve sorted them by use. So whether you’re on a budget or looking for the most premium ear protection, you’ll find it here. Let’s … Read more
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you purchase via these links. Whether it’s coons or hogs you’re after, the hunt doesn’t start ‘til after dusk. And since it’s fair to assume you don’t have superhuman powers to see in the dark, you’ll need a high-quality night vision scope. The … Read more
The Ruger Mini-14 and Mini-30 may have never been adopted for mainline military service, but their features still make them a very practical choice for many American shooters. Few modern rifles have enjoyed such a love/hate relationship with the gun community as the Ruger Mini-14. Aspects of its design and marketing have resulted in criticism … Read more