Author: Mike Coker
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Sunjack Portable Solar Charger Review
The Sunjack Portable Solar Charger has found a permanent place in my bug-out bag. Living on the Gulf Coast means always being prepared for a hurricane and it is not uncommon to be without power for days, or even weeks, following a storm. The Sunjack Portable Solar Charger provides a means to harness the power…
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First Drive: 2017 Polaris Ranger XP 1000
The new 2017 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 is the most powerful Side-by-Side available today. The 999cc twin-cylinder ProStar engine delivers 80 horsepower and 61 lb-ft of torque. Texas Outdoors Network has one of the first Ranger XP 1000 vehicles to hit the dirt. Ours is the Hunter Edition (of course!).
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CastAway Rods
CastAway Rods has moved to a new location in Northwest Houston, Texas. I visited their showroom recently to pick up a new trout and redfish spinning rod. The new store is clean, modern, and features the complete selection of CastAway rods. The main advantages of purchasing directly are a) the rod you want will be…
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Chasing Redfish with Captain Nathan Beabout
If you want to really learn how to fish for speckled trout and redfish, get out of the boat and into the water. We did just that with Captain Nathan Beabout out of Seadrift, Texas. Most all Texas Gulf Coast fishing guides will put you onto fish. Live shrimp (or croaker if available) over an…
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Seek Thermal RevealXR
The Seek Thermal RevealXR FastFrame is a compact, lightweight thermal imaging solution that first caught my attention at SHOT Show Range Day. I had to wait awhile before the XR version hit the market and the RevealXR FastFrame is their most advanced product. With a MSRP of only $469 how would it stack up against…
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All Seasons Feeders Review
We have run many of the popular deer corn feeders and, hands down, we prefer All Seasons Feeders built in San Antonio. Not only do they make an outstanding product but their customer service is top-notch. Their 300lb broadcast feeder is the gold standard by which other feeders are measured.
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Rockport Fishing Trip Report
Texas Outdoors Network visited one of our favorite places in the world – St. Joe Island. Whether you call it San Jose Island, Saint Joseph Island, or just “St. Joe’s” it is a special place – pure nature as found hundreds of years ago. There is no development other than the ranch house (the island…
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Lake Palestine Charity Bass Tournament
THE COFFEE CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEEDS YOUR HELP! We are requesting any assistance you can give. The Coffee City Police Department is asking for donations, prizes, sponsorship, public relations support, volunteering of time and any other assistance we can get. On May 21, 2016; with the assistance and support of the Coffee City Economic Development Corporation and…
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Why I love Simms Fishing Products
Let me tell you why I love Simms Fishing Products. First, a little background. I grew up fishing the South Texas Gulf Coast from Rockport down to Baffin Bay and the Land Cut. Fly fishing was unheard of back then. I knew of no one who used a fly rod. Fly-fishing for tailing redfish is…
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Win a Taiga 27 Quart Cooler!
Share your hunting and fishing pictures! Texas Outdoors Network and Taiga Coolers have partnered to offer the opportunity to win a Taiga 27 Quart Cooler! You will be “Living the Cooler Life!” To enter the sweepstakes: Add your photo and description in the form below. Post Title is required (i.e. “Matagorda red!”) but Post Content is…
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Aimpoint Hunter
SHOT Show Press Conference – January 19, 2016 – Las Vegas Brian Lisankie, President of Aimpoint, opened the press conference by referencing the deep hunting roots of Aimpoint. Hunting would be a theme throughout the presentation. Brittney Stalvey was introduced as the new Marketing Manager, Professional Products. Dory Schoby has been promoted to Marketing Manager,…
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Ford F150 Review
I had been in the market for a new truck for quite some time but it wasn’t until I attended the 2015 Houston Auto Show and sat in the new Ford F150 that the choice became clear. I recently purchased a new Ford F150 Lariat SuperCrew Cab FX4 and couldn’t be happier with my decision.…
