Author: Jack Bogart

Of all 50 states, Texas has one of the most distinct identities. From cowboys and western wear to rodeos, ranches, and pickup trucks, these are all things associated with the Lone Star State. Pickups are also important for auto manufacturers. In fact, one in six pickup trucks — about 17% — are sold in Texas. Being such a large market, Ram looks to Texas for inspiration and even offers Texas-only trims. I visited the Fort Worth area to get a first-hand look at how Texan culture influences the Ram brand and its trim levels. Ram Changed the Pickup Paradigm 30+…

As a decade-long backpacker, I used to scoff at the idea of bringing a chair with me. Why on earth would you add so much weight to your pack for an entirely unnecessary item? (Just sit on the ground!) But on a backpacking trip in Washington that involved long miles, I felt a severe pang of jealousy when I watched a friend set up her Helinox chair at camp. I sat hunched on the wet ground with an achy back, while she reclined in comfort. After that trip, I immediately went out and bought Helinox’s Chair Zero L, the lightest-weight option…

Built in Britain for Britain: Landmark milestone showcases UK manufacturing excellence, sovereign capability and defence readiness Telford, UK – 25 June 2026 – Team Boxer UK has reached a major programme milestone with the delivery of the 100th Boxer Mechanised Infantry Vehicle (MIV) to the UK Ministry of Defence, demonstrating the successful mobilisation of sovereign manufacturing capability and the continued momentum of one of the UK’s most important land defence programmes. Built in Britain for Britain, Boxer is providing the British Army with a highly protected, modular and adaptable vehicle that will form a key element of the Army’s future…

Most SUVs, crossovers, and light trucks spend most of their time on pavement, despite what we see in advertisements or social media. But sometimes those of us who enjoy the great outdoors need more traction than a highway tire can provide. This is where BFGoodrich has aimed with its new Trail-Terrain T/A+. It’s a more capable tire than your vehicle’s highway-centric rubber, but not as aggressive off-road or as durable as a full-blown all-terrain or mud-terrain tire, such as BFGoodrich’s KO3 or KM3. Most buyers don’t need the level of off-road performance or durability that all-terrain or mud-terrain tires provide,…

A flesh-eating parasite is back in U.S. animals, and federal agencies are asking people who spend time around livestock, pets, and wildlife to watch for suspicious wounds. The parasite is the New World screwworm, a fly whose larvae feed on living tissue. The first U.S. animal case in the current outbreak was confirmed on June 3 in a calf in Texas. As of June 22, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 16 domestically acquired animal cases in the United States. The CDC says no locally acquired human infestations have been reported in the U.S. The agency also said…

There was a time, back when Baby Boomers were just learning to drive, that midsize pickups dominated the American truck market. They were cheap, versatile, and plentiful, models like Ford Ranger, Chevrolet S-10, and Toyota Hilux collectively generating 1.4 million annual sales at their peak. But that was before manufacturers shifted focus to bigger — and decidedly more profitable — rigs like the Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado. By the turn of the millennium, demand flip-flopped, and most manufacturers dropped out of the market. The one constant, then and now? The Toyota Tacoma. Even with an assortment of new competitors,…

For the past several months B&T USA and B&T AG which is located in Switzerland, have been in a legal battle over the future of the B&T trademark in the United States. Today, B&T USA announced that they had reached an agreement. It was also posted to the B&T AG website. It reads: Thun, Switzerland / Herriman, Utah – B&T AG and B&T USA have reached a comprehensive settlement resolving all outstanding disputes between the parties. All pending litigation will be dismissed. The settlement establishes a time-limited framework for continued cooperation and allows both organizations to focus on supporting customers,…

Idaho anglers who catch walleye outside three approved reservoirs are getting blunt direction from state fisheries managers: Keep them, kill them, and eat them. Idaho Fish and Game says that walleye are a poor fit for most of the state’s waters. The agency manages walleye fishing in only three places: Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir, Oneida Reservoir, and Oakley Reservoir. Outside those waters, biologists are asking anglers to harvest every walleye they catch and to never move the fish between bodies of water. Moving walleye is illegal in Idaho. Fish and Game says it can also damage existing fisheries, especially where…

By Robert A. Sadowski Posted in #Guns The AR-15 was designed in the 1950’s a time when tail fins were on Cadillacs, the Cold War was running hot, and the Soviet Union and the U.S. were in a race to be the first to reach the moon. As that’s roughly seven decades ago, it begs the question: Is the AR past its prime? Let’s dive in and decide. Matured and Refined? Historically, the military had always contracted for a rifle constructed of steel and wood. Old ways of thinking don’t change easily, but this modern combat rifle…

Bear with me for a bit, as this is not directly knife content. Long term readers know that I carry a convertible waxed canvas pocket organizer/valet tray, made by PNW Bushcarft. Todd and Heather are great people. PNW Bushcraft is a husband and wife run operation out of Washington State.  You can find them here. https://www.pnwbushcraft.com/ They have carved out a niche for themselves making some of the best waxed cotton gear out there. Well designed, and individually crafted pieces that users, myself included, rave about. Their gathering bag is especially popular among mushroom foragers. It folds and rides out…