Last weekend the weather was so perfect. I got outside to do some trail running and to practice integrating breathwork. I wanted to practice deep, controlled breathing to…
Some years ago I added to my bucket list the goal of starting a fire using one of the most primitive techniques– bow drill and friction. A few…
The modern Springbar tent family is a welcome design in a sea of stuffy synthetic tents. Their interesting history and design language show how innovation was made with…
The following details my first impressions regarding Springbar’s hot tent package which combines their Classic Jack 140 canvas tent with a Winnerwell wood stove. Firstly, know that backpacking…
This is the third attempt refoaming the subwoofer of my 2002 LX470. The prior two attempts resulted in a metallic rattling sound from the cone during operation. I…
I use the following technique to sharpen my straight razor blade. I know that it is time to do so when even a very thorough strop does not…
The Chemex vessel is my favorite way to brew coffee. I think it particularly appeals to people that appreciate consistency and that chemistry lab sort of precision. As…
Late fall in Missouri promises nothing but uncertainty in the weather. Sometimes the days are sunny, clear, and very nearly warm. These days are beautiful in a standard…
Each day that I prepare coffee for drinking, I use an electric kettle, electric grinder, Chemex vessel, round paper filter, gooseneck kettle, and digital kitchen scale. For a…