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REVIEW: Pelican Catch 110 HDII Pedal Kayak
The Pelican Catch 110 HDII is the most affordable and versatile pedal and paddle kayak. Learn the MANY advantages over competitive molded plastic kayaks!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 123 min read


REVIEW: Saturn FPK365 Pedal Kayak
The Saturn FPK365 is the most affordable and versatile pedal kayak. Learn the MANY advantages over conventional plastic kayaks!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 124 min read


Randy's Choice: Shelter from Rain, Bugs, Sun and Wind for Sandbar Camping
The combination of a tarp and bug net makes the perfect shelter for camping on sandbars - or plains or desert without trees!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 73 min read


Kayak Hammock Camping | Upper Wisconsin River Float Trip with PEDAL Kayak!
A camping river float trip in a pedal fishing kayak? YES - and there are MANY advantages over canoes and sit-inside kayaks. Learn about my choice of kayaks and the modifications for extended camping trips.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 18, 20258 min read


FIVE Improvements to the Haven Tent
The Haven Tent is a versatile hammock sleeping system. But I made FIVE improvements for pitching, comfort, and versatility. Learn more in this FREE article.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 8, 20257 min read


Walking Tacos – FAST and EASY to Prepare at Home and On the Road.
Walking tacos are a great meal that is fast to prepare and tasty. Enjoy at home or prepare in advance for camping. Here's the EASY way!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 20, 20244 min read


TWELVE Advantages of the Haven Tent Over Rooftop Tents (Part One)
The Haven Tent is a complete shelter system that has many advantages over rooftop tents, including cost, space, weight, versatility...

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Oct 12, 20236 min read


UPDATED Review: Onewind Bridge Hammock
In this article I review the new Onewind Bridge Hammock. LOTS of potential with this innovative design - but some design flaws, too...

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jul 17, 20235 min read


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


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


Canoe Tripping 101. Start Close to Home with S24O Canoe and Kayak Trips!
The S24O canoe trips is an abbreviation for Sub 24 hour Overnights. This is the PERFECT way to add adventures to your busy calendar.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 21, 20235 min read


Insect Protection in the Great Out There
Nothing ruins The Great Out There faster than swarming bugs! Learn the PROVEN gear and methods for insect protection and enjoy ...

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 10, 20235 min read
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