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Thule Apex Vs Vertex

by Breana

When you’re a cycling enthusiast, there’s nothing quite like hitting the open road and feeling the wind on your face. If you’re cycling a fair distance from your home, the practical issue of how to transport your bike comes up.

The answer is the get a high-quality bike carrier. Thule has built a solid reputation for innovative and high-quality products. In this post, we’ll compare two of their most popular hitch mounts: the Vertex and the Apex.

Do you choose the two-mount hitch or the five-mount hitch? Is the quality worth the price? We’ll answer these questions and more in this post.

Timex Vs Casio

by Breana

When it comes to wristwatches, both Casio and Timex are considered major players in the market. Each offers watches that combine unique looks with innovative technology. Perhaps a closer look between Casio vs. Timex can help to highlight the features that you are looking for in your next watch?

Swell Vs Corkcicle

by Breana

Insulated water bottles are all the rage these days. There are water bottles whose technology can keep drinks cold for more than twenty-four hours and hot for more than twelve. Corkcicle and Swell are two of the top contenders on the market. When it comes down to it, which of these has a water bottle worth your purchase?

Intex Explorer Vs Challenger

by Breana

Inflatable canoes and kayaks have their advantages. In addition to being portable and lightweight when aired up, they offer people the opportunity to spend time on the water affordably and immediately. Gone are the days where you load canoes and kayaks onto luggage racks on tops of vehicles. Now, they remain largely unseen until they’re ready to be inflated and put into the water.

This guide helps you identify the differences between two of Intex’s most popular models, the Challenger K2 and the Explorer K2. By the time that you finish reading about the different features offered by each, you’ll be an expert in buying inflatable kayaks. You’ll know which of the two you prefer and why. It won’t be just price that you’re considering, either, because value also plays a role in the decision-making process.

Yeti Vs Corkcicle

by Breana

There are dozens of different insulated water bottles on today’s market, created by a host of different manufacturers. While Yeti got their start in creating larger coolers, the company has broken into the insulated water bottle market.

Corkcicle is another one of the top names of the game when it comes to insulated bottles. In fact, Corkcicle’s technology can sometimes outperform the technology traditionally used in Yeti coolers. But is that performance edge worth it?

We’ve compared two company offerings that are close in specifications: the Corkcicle Canteen and the Yeti Rambler. In addition, we’ve taken into account important things to know about each company before you make a purchase.

RTIC Vs Yeti Vs Orca

by Breana

The right cooler can significantly impact a road trip or camping trip by making it better. Convenient to use and essential for safely storing food, it’s the type of equipment you’ll never want to be without when spending any length of time outdoors. So, which cooler is best? Is one brand preferable over another?

This guide helps you better understand the similarities, and differences, between RTIC, Yeti, and Orca coolers, so you know where to invest your money. You’ll learn about the different sizes available, features that come with the soft and hard-sided coolers, and warranties. Making a final decision about which brand to be loyal to is easy when you see everything laid out in front of you feature-wise in black and white.

Camelbak Vs Contigo

by Breana

Camelbak and Contigo are two of the best known water bottle manufacturers in the industry. The two are fierce competitors because they both create a range of designs that suit a wide variety of purposes. Rather than serving a specific niche, Contigo and Camelbak both make specific designs that meet the needs of the lifestyles of different adults and children.

Picking the right water bottle for you will often be a matter of comparing individual products rather than brands. You’ll want to find an option that has the volume you want, the materials you want, and a design that’s easy to clean and use.

With that said, there are a few advantages and disadvantages that you can find with both the Camelbak and Contigo brands. We’ve analyzed the construction of a few of their products to break down the most important details to look for.

Manduka Pro Vs Prolite

by Breana

As far as yoga mat manufacturers are concerned, Manduka is an industry leader when it comes to high-quality and comfortable yoga mats. The company uses environmentally-friendly construction materials that offer ideal support without being too heavy. Though Manduka mats aren’t the cheapest on the market, they are a worthwhile investment if you’re serious about yoga.

Two of the top-selling Manduka mats are the Pro and the Prolite. Each of the models bears some marked similarities and differences. We’ve broken down the most important information, along with information about how to pick the best yoga mat for you.

Costa Sunglass Lenses 400g Vs 580g Vs 580p

by Breana

Costa is one of the top manufacturers of polarized sunglasses in the world. When you’re choosing your next pair of Costa glasses, you want the lenses that are right for you. We’ve taken a look at three popular choices and laid out the most important facts about them.

Nikwax Vs Grangers

by Breana

Grangers and Nikwax are some of the first companies people think of when they’re looking for affordable, effective waterproofing products. Both of these companies have specialized formulas that can help clean gear, remove odors, and offer layers of protection in the future.

We’ve taken a look at what each company has to offer and analyzed which is worth the price.

Jetboil Micromo Vs Minimo

by Breana

Camping and hiking are incredible ways to enjoy the great outdoors. But you shouldn’t have to sacrifice warm meals for that experience. One convenient way to bring cooking on the go is through an integrated cooking system. These portable systems allow you to cook meals with ease when you’re in the middle of nowhere.

Jetboil makes unique cooking systems. Two popular choices are the Minimo and Micromo. What are the differences between them?

Gerber Dime Vs Leatherman Squirt

by Breana

Multi-tools are a helpful component to have in your pocket in any given scenario. These compact gadgets conceal multiple tools that help with everyday scenarios. Most have a knife, a bottle opener, a screwdriver, a pair of pliers, a pair of scissors, and a few other assorted tools.

Two of the top rated multi-tools on the market are the Gerber Dime and the Leatherman Squirt. When they’re actually tested and compared, which of the tools works better? And which is more convenient to use? We’ve put together a list of the answers.

Skeletool CX Vs Skeletool

by Breana

Leatherman is a company that’s well-known for making high quality and innovative hardware. There are many Leatherman multi-tools on the market, each of which serves a slightly different purpose. The Skeletool and Skeletool CX are great choices if you want a versatile multi-tool that can handle tough hardware jobs.

At first glance, these two multi-tools look similar enough that it’s hard to tell them apart. What’s the difference?

Krazy Vs Gorilla Glue

by Breana

When you think about gluing something permanent to a surface, what do you reach for? Your standard school glue won’t do. You need something strong, and that dries relatively quickly without being entirely noticeable. Therefore, it needs to be clear when it has dried, not tacky, and able to hold its grip on the object that adheres to another.

Gorilla Glue and Krazy Glue. Don’t they share a similar formula? When it comes to the world’s strongest adhesives, it’s important to know how they differ, so you’re able to determine quickly, which is preferable for a project. By the time you’re done reading this review, you’ll have a favorite or decided that each has its place in your toolbox and life going forward.

Travelpro Walkabout Vs Maxlite

by Breana

Travelpro is a popular manufacturer of high quality luggage. Two of the company’s top lines of suitcases are the Walkabout and the Maxlite. Which of these performs better? It turns out that each suitcase is excellent for specific circumstances, so the best one for you will vary depending on your travel needs.