2016

A good daypack can do a lot of things. I own a super-technical pack for serious hiking, but I also find… Read More »Gregory Tarifa 32 Pack

First it was stainless steel water bottles, then stainless drinkware. Now the hot trend has upped its game, bringing insulation into the picture! Enter,… Read More »AVEX Claret Insulated Wine Glass

My idea of a perfect weekend getaway is four days in San Francisco. My idea of traveling light while still… Read More »Stand-By Travel Bag System Backpack

I spent my summer in Seattle, Minnesota, and Iceland, wearing my Trew Gear Women’s Superlight NuYarn® Wool Pocket T almost… Read More »Trew Women’s Superlight NuYarn® Wool Pocket T

Pearl Izumi’s Women’s Launch Jersey grabs attention with its bold colors and patterns. It’s brighter than my usual bike apparel,… Read More »Pearl Izumi Women’s Launch Jersey

They say the early bird gets the worm…and the same goes for nice morning temps for mountain biking. Unfortunately, I’ve never… Read More »Pearl Izumi Women’s Journey Tank

Getting ready to ride up the Nemo trail on the Idaho side of Teton Pass for an after-work bike ride… Read More »Pearl Izumi Women’s Canyon Short

So I’m not a backcountry warrior. I probably won’t be stringing up a makeshift tent between two trees or making… Read More »Survival Straps Paracord Bracelet

I resisted packing cubes for years, but Eagle Creek’s Pack-It Specter™ collection of thin, almost weightless, zippered cubes have won me… Read More »Eagle Creek Pack-It Specter™ Compression Cube Set

I resisted packing cubes for years, but Eagle Creek’s Pack-It Specter™ collection of thin, almost weightless, zippered cubes have won me… Read More »Eagle Creek Pack-It Specter™ Compression Cube Set

I often wear the same shoes over and over again, and although I try to wear them with wool socks,… Read More »Defunkit Shoe and Gear Deodorizer

I often wear the same shoes over and over again, and although I try to wear them with wool socks,… Read More »Defunkit Shoe and Gear Deodorizer

At home or traveling, I always have Buff headwear handy. Now my favorite hat, neck gaiter, ear warmer, and headband… Read More »UV National Parks Buff

I like to joke that I spent a Seattle winter in Iceland this summer. We had warm, sunny days, but… Read More »Buff UV Headband

I’ve been a fan of Teva footwear for a long time, and still have a pair of suede sandals I bought 20… Read More »Teva Women’s Original Universal Patent Leather Sandals

I wouldn’t normally spend $28 on liquid hand soap, but if I were going to splurge on something special for my guest bathroom… Read More »Molton Brown Hand Wash

I’m not a barefoot shoe fan, but that’s only because I have old sports injuries that require me to wear… Read More »VIVOBAREFOOT Primus Trail Shoe

When I travel I need versatile clothing, especially when I land in a place like Iceland that has constantly changing weather. The Mountain… Read More »Mountain Khakis Women’s Traverse Tight Capri

The Lowa Phoenix Mesh Lo shoes walk the walk with warm weather trekking and go the extra mile as every-day… Read More »Lowa Phoenix Mesh Lo

I was expecting a thicker, cottony type of pant, but have been pleasantly surprised by the Mountain Khakis Women’s Traverse… Read More »Mountain Khakis Women’s Traverse Pant

I’ve found my perfect travel companion: Cotopaxi’s Kusa Blanket. I don’t know what I ever did without it. I love… Read More »Cotopaxi Kusa Blanket

I’ve found my perfect travel companion: Cotopaxi’s Kusa Blanket. I don’t know what I ever did without it. I love… Read More »Cotopaxi Kusa Blanket

I admit I’m not a big camper, but I do love picnics, BBQ’s, and other outdoor events that involve food.… Read More »GSI Outdoors Glacier Stainless 3 Piece Ring Cutlery

I tried very hard not to like Hoka OneOne’s Tor Ultra Hi WP hiking boot. I was sure I wouldn’t… Read More »Hoka One One Tor Ultra Hi WP Boot

Sporty Short Sleeve Snazzy With its contrasting thread (light grey thread on black shirt or vice-versa), sleek metal snaps, and… Read More »Flylow Anderson Short-Sleeved Shirt

Snappy Poolside Casual Summer is here, and my Batista Shirt from White Sierra is a perfect garment for the warmer… Read More »White Sierra Batista Shirt

Ibex was inspired by “traditional work shirts and timeless plaids” when they created the Jackson Shirt, and in my opinion, they… Read More »Ibex Men’s Jackson Button Front Shirt

A wide brim hat is often an essential piece of gear. It’s portable shade for those times when the sun… Read More »White Sierra Insect Shield Hat

Lightweight, wrinkle-free, and quick-drying. What more could you want in a travel pant. Well, I’d like a nice zippered pocket… Read More »Royal Robbins Jammer Pant

I’m a longtime fan of PackTowl towels. They’re super-absorbent (most absorb 4x their weight in water), lightweight, and quick-drying. The new Luxe… Read More »PackTowl Luxe Towel

Long sleeves and summer are two things that don’t usually go together. But what about those warm days when I… Read More »Toad & Co Airbrush Longsleeve Shirt

As far as a pant for knocking around in, it’s hard to beat my Traveler Pant from White Sierra. I’ve… Read More »White Sierra Traveler Pant

I love my GoPro for all of the adventures and memories it captures for me, but I sure don’t love… Read More »DigiPower Re-Fuel 6-Hour ActionPack Battery for GoPro HERO3, HERO3+, and HERO4