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1 week ago | outdoorhub.com | Luke Cuenco

The world of outdoor sports has lost a titan with the passing of JB Hodgdon, co-founder of Hodgdon Powder Company, whose innovations in gunpowder and dedication to shooting sports have fueled generations of hunters and marksmen. JB’s commitment to quality and his support for youth in the outdoors made him a cornerstone of our community. OutdoorHub is honored to share Hodgdon’s official press release below, detailing the life and legacy of this remarkable figure.

1 week ago | outdoorhub.com | Luke Cuenco

LONSDALE, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, June 11, 2025 – REDARC, a global leader in mobile power solutions, today announced the launch of the BCDC Alpha100 R, the most powerful model in the BCDC range. Building on the success of the Alpha50 R, the new 100A version is engineered for serious users running high-capacity battery systems, delivering lightning-fast, efficient charging to support demanding off-grid power management setups.

1 week ago | outdoorhub.com | Luke Cuenco

KIRAL DEFENSE™ (https://kiraldefense.com) today announces the official release of a patent-pending Reduced Angle and Shock-Absorbing Backstrap for most Glock® pistols and a direct collaboration with LOK Grips® to distribute the product worldwide. Engineered to meet the demanding needs of military and law enforcement professionals, this cutting-edge backstrap addresses a long-standing limitation of Glock ergonomics: its steep, often awkward grip angle.

3 weeks ago | outdoorhub.com | Wesley Littlefield

I’ve never been a fan of water shoes. Even as a kid, I preferred to go barefoot (and I’ve never been tough enough to run around shoeless) or wear an old pair of tennis shoes when romping around in the water. However, the Astral Hiyak Kayak shoes are now my go-to for all water-related activities because they’re comfortable, durable, and keep the tiny, annoying pebbles out. But are they right for you? Find out in this Astral Hiyak Kayak shoes review.

3 weeks ago | outdoorhub.com | Wesley Littlefield

The biggest mistake any boater, especially kayak anglers, can make is neglecting to wear a personal flotation device (PFD). However, many are uncomfortable and make fishing more difficult. Several years ago, I began searching for the perfect kayak fishing PFD. My first stop was the US Coast Guard-approved NRS Chinook because I’d heard so many great things about it, but were they true or marketing lore? As you continue reading, we’ll dissect fact from fiction in my NRS Chinook PFD Review.