Field Notes

Dry Box vs Dry Bag: What to Pack Where on Rafting Trips The raft is loaded, the permits are checked, and the river's waiting. But the gear question remains: what...

Not all dry boxes stay dry when it matters. We compare aluminum vs rotomolded options, explain IP ratings, and help you find the right dry box for your raft setup.

A cooler that can't keep ice isn't a cooler. It's a liability. Here's how to find the best rotomolded cooler for how you hunt and fish.

Water and gear don’t mix. Whether you’re running rapids or waiting out a storm on the water, here’s how to choose a bag that will keep your stuff dry.

A wet sleeping bag at base camp is more than an inconvenience. It's a trip-ender. Here's how to choose a duffel that's actually waterproof, not just "water-resistant."

A cooler at a tailgate is a convenience. A cooler in the backcountry is the difference between eating well and eating nothing. Here's how to pick one that won't fail when it matters.

Every motocross rider owns a gear bag. But gear bags can't protect your helmet, goggles, and tools from dust on the drive in. Here's what to look for in a solid gear bag and why serious riders pair it with a dustproof dry box.

Offshore and inshore fishing demand different loadouts, but both need a system that protects gear from salt, spray, and chaos on the deck. Here's how to pack a marine-ready dry box for either trip.

Saltwater destroys gear fast. If you’re running offshore or inshore, you need a marine dry box that can block salt spray, humidity, and corrosion. This guide shows why an IP65 rotomolded dry box is the top choice for protecting tackle, tools, and electronics on any saltwater trip.

Packing a rotomolded dry box the right way makes elk camp smoother and keeps river trips running clean. This guide breaks down how to layer your gear, protect essentials, balance weight, and set up a system that stays dialed from the truck to the backcountry.

Trying to pick between a dry box and a dry bag? They’re not interchangeable. Rafters, hunters, and anyone running real backcountry trips needs the right tool for the way they pack, rig, and protect gear. This guide breaks down the differences so you know exactly when to run a rotomolded dry box and when an IPX8 duffel is the smarter move.

Most dry bags claim waterproof. Few survive a flip. Here’s why IPX8 submersible duffels are the only bags that keep your sleep system and gear dry on real river miles.