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  • Gear
    Featured
    • Essentials: Whitetail Hunting 2018

      Jon Nalewajek
      October 25, 2018
      Featured, Gear, Hunt, Outdoors
    Recent
    • 8.4Looks as good as it performs!

      Park It Voyager Outdoor Chair

      Tom Monaweck
      May 25, 2023
    • 9.8Trailworthy Score

      Cotopaxi Spring/Summer ’23 Layers | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      April 29, 2023
    • 9.9Excellent

      Joe Rocket Sonic X Boots – Moto Gear Review

      Geno Mallo
      April 17, 2023
    • outdoor_fleece_orange_tech
      9.6Bold & Colorful

      Smith Optics – Embark Sunglasses | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      April 13, 2023
    • 9.3Stomp & Carve

      Nidecker Supermatic Bindings | Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      April 7, 2023
    • Ooni Volt 12 and Karu 12G Pizza Ovens | First Look

      Ande Scherf
      March 13, 2023
  • Sports
    Featured
    • 9.2Euphoric

      Xtreme Xperience Supercar Driving: Track Review

      Jon Nalewajek
      May 8, 2015
      Entertainment, Featured, Lifestyle, Luxury, Sports, Vehicles
      5 Comment
    Recent
    • 9.4Great

      Macroblade 84 BOA – Women’s Rollerblade

      Carly VanOeffelen
      May 26, 2023
    • outdoor_fleece_orange_tech
      9.6Bold & Colorful

      Smith Optics – Embark Sunglasses | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      April 13, 2023
    • 9.3Stomp & Carve

      Nidecker Supermatic Bindings | Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      April 7, 2023
    • First Look: TiC6 Driver by KZG

      Josh Herder
      February 28, 2023
    • 9.8Excellent

      Burton Step On Binding and Boots

      Geno Mallo
      February 1, 2023
    • 9.1eMTB Magic

      BULLS COPPERHEAD EVO AM 4 750 | Electric Mountain Bike Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      October 19, 2022
  • Tech
    Featured
    • 9.8Awesome

      Typhoon Q500 4K - Tech Review

      Jon Nalewajek
      August 24, 2015
      Featured, Photography, Reviews, Tech
      5 Comment
    Recent
    • 9.2Excellent

      Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      May 15, 2023
    • Suunto Vertical Adventure Watch | First Look

      Cole Soldwisch
      May 9, 2023
    • 8.8Looks as good as it performs!

      V-Moda Crossfade 3 Headphones

      Tom Monaweck
      January 3, 2023
    • 9.2Fresh UI

      Suunto 9 Peak Pro | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      November 30, 2022
    • 9.2New Flagship

      Bowers & Wilkins Px8 | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      November 28, 2022
    • 9.2New & Improved

      Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      September 11, 2022
  • Style
    Featured
    • Burton - Fall '14 Collection

      Jon Nalewajek
      August 20, 2014
      Collections, Featured, Style
    Recent
    • 9.3Durable & Reliable

      Ridge Land & Sea GMT Watch | Watch Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      April 21, 2023
    • 9.1EDC-Ready

      Ridge Wallet & KeyCase | EDC Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      February 16, 2023
    • jack_wolfskin_ski_colorado_puffy_jacket_snowboard

      Jack Wolfskin 22-23 Winter Layers | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      January 9, 2023
    • ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2022

      Geno Mallo
      December 9, 2022
    • 9.7Adventure Worthy

      Helly Hansen Outdoor Collection | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      October 23, 2022
    • 9.2Great

      Linksoul Summer ’22 Collection

      Geno Mallo
      July 6, 2022
  • Hunt
    Featured
    • Essentials: Whitetail Hunting 2018

      Jon Nalewajek
      October 25, 2018
      Featured, Gear, Hunt, Outdoors
    Recent
    • 9.5Excellent

      Mustang Survival Greenwater Bag Review

      Bill Hartman
      April 21, 2020
    • 9.6Excellent

      Predator XL Minn Kota – Kayak Review

      Josh Herder
      March 6, 2020
      16
    • 8.5Good

      Midland X-Talker Two-Way Radio – Gear Review

      Mike Ver Duin
      September 23, 2019
    • 2020 Polaris Lineup – First Look

      Josh Herder
      July 29, 2019
    • Carbon Express X-Force Blade Pro Crossbow

      Josh Herder
      August 15, 2018
    • 9.3Excellent

      Champion Remote Start Inverter Generator

      Bill Hartman
      June 26, 2017
      3
  • Fitness
    Featured
    • Essentials: Running a 5k - Ladies Edition

      Jon Nalewajek
      June 19, 2014
      Featured, Fitness, Gear
    Recent
    • outdoor_fleece_orange_tech
      9.6Bold & Colorful

      Smith Optics – Embark Sunglasses | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      April 13, 2023
    • 9.6Excellent

      SweatTent – Outdoor Sauna Review

      Geno Mallo
      March 22, 2023
      1
    • ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2022

      Geno Mallo
      December 9, 2022
    • 9.2Fresh UI

      Suunto 9 Peak Pro | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      November 30, 2022
    • 9.4All Day Comfort

      Chubbies Spring/Summer ’22 Collection | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      September 11, 2022
    • 9.3Trail Worthy

      Patagonia Dirt Roamer Pack 20L | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      August 13, 2022
  • Booze
    Featured
    • 6 Whiskys to Keep You Warm This Holiday Season

      Jon Nalewajek
      December 19, 2018
      Booze, Lifestyle
    Recent
    • 8.4Excellent

      Rabbit Hole Rye Whiskey – Drink of the Week

      Ande Scherf
      May 28, 2020
    • 9.4Excellent

      Hydro Flask 22 L Soft Cooler Pack Review

      Ande Scherf
      March 3, 2020
    • 8.6Unique

      PiggyBack Rye – Drink of the Week

      Josh Herder
      January 17, 2020
    • 8.1Sweet

      Bumbu XO – Drink of the Week

      Josh Herder
      January 3, 2020
    • 6.4Intense

      Hatfield & McCoy Whiskey – Drink of the Week

      Josh Herder
      December 11, 2019
    • 9.3Balanced

      Armand de Brignac Brut Gold – Drink of the Week

      Josh Herder
      November 6, 2019
  • Lifestyle
    Featured
    • 6 Whiskys to Keep You Warm This Holiday Season

      Jon Nalewajek
      December 19, 2018
      Booze, Lifestyle
    Recent
    • 9.5Sizzlin'

      Traeger Grills Flatrock Grill | Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      May 19, 2023
    • 9.3Durable & Reliable

      Ridge Land & Sea GMT Watch | Watch Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      April 21, 2023
    • outdoor_fleece_orange_tech
      9.6Bold & Colorful

      Smith Optics – Embark Sunglasses | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      April 13, 2023
    • Ooni Volt 12 and Karu 12G Pizza Ovens | First Look

      Ande Scherf
      March 13, 2023
    • 9.1EDC-Ready

      Ridge Wallet & KeyCase | EDC Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      February 16, 2023
    • van_vanlife_travel_roadtrip

      MOBTOWN CONVERSIONS | Van Conversion Review

      Mike Delia
      January 13, 2023
  • Win
    Featured
    • Mizuno Play Famously Giveaway

      Jon Nalewajek
      April 2, 2014
      Featured, Win
    Recent
    • Giveaway: TRX Home2 System

      Busted Wallet Staff
      September 3, 2019
    • Giveaway: Magellan Cyclo 505

      Busted Wallet Staff
      May 9, 2016
      1
    • Giveaway: Monster adistar Headphones

      Busted Wallet Staff
      March 24, 2016
      3
    • Feather Camera Crane Giveaway

      Busted Wallet Staff
      June 22, 2015
      3
    • Scosche boomBOTTLE Giveaway

      Busted Wallet Staff
      April 17, 2015
    • Gerber Legend Giveaway

      Busted Wallet Staff
      February 23, 2015
      1
  • Videos
    Featured
    • Halloween: The Complete Collection

      Jon Nalewajek
      October 14, 2014
      Entertainment, Featured, FIlm, Videos
    Recent
    • Friday The 13th: The Complete Collection

      Brad DesNoyers
      September 13, 2019
      4
    • 9.8Excellent

      Yuneec Typhoon H – Tech Review

      Geno Mallo
      March 22, 2017
    • 9Excellent

      The Master’s Hammer and Chisel – Fitness Review

      Ande Scherf
      May 19, 2016
    • 9.3Excellent

      360fly Camera – Tech Review

      Geno Mallo
      March 2, 2016
      1
    • 8.9Very Good

      Touchjet Pond Projector – Tech Review

      Nicholas Occhipinti
      November 9, 2015
    • Captain Morgan Cannon Blast Crawl 2015

      Stefanie Herder
      October 19, 2015
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Author Jon Nalewajek

Jon Nalewajek

The Gear Junkie

Having grown up in Western New York, Jon has experienced and loves all four seasons of the year. He works in the tech industry during the week, and spends most of his time outdoors on the weekend. On his adventures, he tries to pack minimal and light, so he pays attention to design and functionality to ensure only the best, lightest, and most functional gear make it into his pack.

Oru Kayak Inlet – First Look

Jon Nalewajek
October 25, 2019
Featured, Gear, Outdoors, Watersports
Oru Kayak invented the origami kayak. You've never heard of an origami kayak? This amazing concept allows you to fold your kayak into a small, portable box once you are done using it. Sounds too good to be...
9.4Excellent

Ooni Pro Multi-Fuel Outdoor Pizza Oven Review

Jon Nalewajek
September 19, 2019
Featured, Food, Home
What is better than a wood-fired pizza with fresh ingredients? If you're not sure, don't worry, because the crew here at Busted Wallet isn't sure either. We love pizza, and we were extremely excited to test...
9.5Excellent

CamelBak Fourteener 24 – Gear Review

Jon Nalewajek
September 3, 2019
Camping, Featured, Gear, Outdoors
I reviewed my first CamelBak pack all the way back in 2013. I was a fan back then, and I have continued to use their products regularly while enjoying the outdoors. For day trips, I've been looking for a new...
9Great

Nemo Kunai 2P – Gear Review

Jon Nalewajek
February 13, 2018
Camping, Featured, Gear, Outdoors
1 Comment
Although having a strong and reliable shelter is always important, it is especially important when dealing with winter conditions. If you’re climbing in the winter, having a reliable tent is essential due to...
9.4Excellent

Sierra Designs Backcountry Bed – Gear Review

Jon Nalewajek
January 24, 2018
Camping, Gear, Outdoors
Have you ever stepped away from a campfire on a cold fall night and immediately thought about that warm feeling you get after climbing into your sleeping bag and zipping yourself up? Well, what if I told you...
9.1Great

Gossamer Gear The Two – Gear Review

Jon Nalewajek
December 13, 2017
Camping, Featured, Gear, Outdoors, Reviews
4 Comments
Gossamer Gear has spent the last 20 years designing and producing functional, ultralight gear. They take ultralight gear seriously, and have been advocates for the lightweight backpacking movement. As...
9Great

Sierra Designs Divine Light 2 FL – Gear Review

Jon Nalewajek
August 10, 2017
Camping, Featured, Gear, Outdoors
For backpackers, light weight, functional gear is very important. When traveling long distances over multiple nights, having the ability to cut back on ounces is always welcome. That is one of the reasons why...
8.5Good

Granite Gear Lutsen 45 Backpack – Gear Review

Jon Nalewajek
July 11, 2016
Camping, Featured, Gear, Outdoors
If you are going to spend a long day or a weekend hiking, having a backpack that fits correctly is important. Having suffered a couple of back injuries within the past 5 years, this is especially important to...
8.8Very Good

Vasque Inhaler II GTX Boots – Gear Review

Jon Nalewajek
May 19, 2016
Featured, Footwear, Gear, Outdoors
2 Comments
When I ask myself, “What are all of the things I would want in an ideal hiking boot?”, I think of four main things. First and foremost, I want a boot that is comfortable. I don’t care about all of the...
9.1Excellent

Garmont Men’s Sticky Rock Boots – Gear Review

Jon Nalewajek
May 12, 2016
Featured, Footwear, Gear, Outdoors
If there is one thing that Garmont knows it is feet. Their Anatomically Directed Design (a.d.d.®) places emphasis on understanding the complex structure of a typical foot, and applying that knowledge to...
9.7Excellent

Arc’teryx Ceres Jacket – Gear Review

Jon Nalewajek
March 29, 2016
Featured, Gear, Outdoors, Snow, Style
Coming from Buffalo, NY, I often encounter two very distinct groups of people that are very passionate about their opinion: those that love winter and cold weather, and those that hate it. The most common...
8.5Good

SPOT Gen3 – Gear Review

Jon Nalewajek
August 5, 2015
Camping, Featured, Gear, Outdoors, Tech, Travel
Many times, when hiking or camping in remote areas, cell phone service is limited. For some of us, this is a blessing, because it gives us a legitimate excuse not to answer emails or take calls. However,...
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Recent Posts

  • ULTIMATE FATHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE – 2023

    Geno Mallo
    June 1, 2023
  • 9.6Excellent

    Joe Rocket – Women’s Collection

    Carly VanOeffelen
    May 27, 2023
  • 9.4Great

    Macroblade 84 BOA – Women’s Rollerblade

    Carly VanOeffelen
    May 26, 2023

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