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Review: CSC Motorcycles RX3 Adventure Dual Sport Motorcycle
Is there a PERFECT Adventure Dual Sport Motorcycle? NO, but the CSC RX3 is my choice for MANY reasons including features, price and more...

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jul 13, 202310 min read
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Review: 4x4 Colorado Nimbus Rooftop Tent
The 4x4 Colorado Nimbus rooftop tent has all the features I was looking for - plus some exclusive advantages. FIVE STAR review and details.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jul 5, 20234 min read
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Review: Quicksand 12-Volt Electric Refrigerator Freezer
A 12-Volt electric refrigerator and freezer has been called the required "gamechanger" for off-grid camping and overlanding. Full review...

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jun 29, 20235 min read
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How to Use a Hoist to Install, Remove, and Store Your Rooftop Tent
An overhead hoist is the easy way to install and remove your rooftop tent. Learn how a rooftop tent hoist makes storage painless here...

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jun 1, 20233 min read
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FAST Campfire Quesadillas | Pie Iron Cooking
Expand your campfire cooking meal selection by including PIE IRONS in your cookware. Toast, bake, and fry an unlimited variety of meals.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 16, 20233 min read
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Tasty and Inexpensive Camping Recipes (You Might Eat At Home!)
With the addition of freeze-dried meats and vegetables, you can turn any rice, pasta, or potato side dish into a tasty and filling MEAL!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 10, 20233 min read
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"New" Campfire Water Billy | DIY Cheap Billycan
A DIY project to convert a coffee pot into the perfect billycan for campfire cooking. Do it yourself and make it better!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 7, 20232 min read
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Campsite Minestrone Soup | Freeze-Dried Foods Save Time
Freeze-dried foods can eliminate both the initial food prep and cooking, along with the entire process of dehydrating food storage meals.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 4, 20233 min read
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Backcountry Eats Minestrone Soup
One of the recipes in Backcountry Eats that you will look forward to after a day of adventure in the cold and rain, is Minestrone Soup.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 4, 20232 min read
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Which Is The BEST Rooftop Tent: Fold-Out Vs Wedge Vs Clam Shell?
Compared to ground tents, roof top tents offer warmth, security, and fast set-up. Learn how to choose the best rooftop tent design for you..

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 3, 20235 min read
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FAST Five-Minute Fajitas | Home or Camp Cooking!
Learn how to prepare meals in a jar - in just minutes. Then cook and serve these meals in less than 10 minutes. No more fatty FAST food.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 31, 20233 min read
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Camping on the Cheap | Fireplace Grate
Don't waste your money on an EXPENSIVE campfire grate. Shop for a BETTER and CHEAPER alternative!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 30, 20232 min read
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Camping on the Cheap | Boots for Wet Canoe or Kayak Portages
Start with the right boots for canoe tripping - OR convert an old pair of hiking boots for the wet foot portages of canoes or kayaks.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 29, 20233 min read
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Adding A Solo Seat to the Sportspal 12-Foot Canoe
Installing a web seat in a Sportspal canoe for paddling and rowing.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 19, 20233 min read
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Save Fuel, Save Time With A Cooking Pot Cozy
A pot cozy is only a layer of insulation around the pot. This insulation saves fuel since you can set the food aside and turn off the stove.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 18, 20232 min read
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Shop Smart and SAVE 27%, 37% or MORE on Freeze-Dried Foods
When order at least $99.00 of THRIVE foods you will qualify for the wholesale discount and save 15% on the food and 12% on shipping!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 14, 20238 min read
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Enjoy All the Benefits of Freeze Dried Foods for FREE
Refer a friend and they can save 27% on their food purchases - while you receive a 10% referral credit on your next order!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 24, 20235 min read
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Randy's Choice: BEST Camping and Hammock Tarp
The BEST camping and hammock tarp provides maximum protection, versatility, and is ultralight. This article describes Randy's choice.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 22, 20239 min read
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The Forgotten, Versatile Poncho
The poncho is a timeless piece of outdoor gear. But many people have not learned the MANY advantages for outdoor activities. Learn more!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 18, 20232 min read
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Fresh Pineapple Year-Round
Enjoy the taste FRESH pineapple all year round. AND benefit from the FULL nutrients of fresh-picked pineapple with 40% MORE vitamin C!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 15, 20233 min read
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