Erika D
Writer, author of 10 books, UX researcher/designer, open water swimmer, tea lover, traveler, friend.
Fee free Days at National Park
The National Park Service turns 100 years old in 2016 and wants everyone to celebrate! The National Park Service has… Read More »Fee free Days at National Park
Peak 7 Adventures Fundraiser Helps form Bower Adventure Course
Washington-based non-profit outdoor adventure provider Peak 7 Adventures held an inaugural fundraising event here on October 21, raising nearly $75,000 to provide… Read More »Peak 7 Adventures Fundraiser Helps form Bower Adventure Course
Peak 7 Adventures Fundraiser Helps form Bower Adventure Course
Washington-based non-profit outdoor adventure provider Peak 7 Adventures held an inaugural fundraising event here on October 21, raising nearly $75,000 to provide… Read More »Peak 7 Adventures Fundraiser Helps form Bower Adventure Course
Stio Men’s Skycrest Insulated Snap Shirt
My every day jacket just got replaced by an every day shirt. Stio’s Men’s Skycrest Insulated Snap Shirt is my… Read More »Stio Men’s Skycrest Insulated Snap Shirt
Petzl Tikka Headlamp
Petzl’s latest iteration of the super-classic Tikka series packs a ton of light into a lightweight, affordable package. This no-frills… Read More »Petzl Tikka Headlamp
Smartwool Ethno Graphic Crew Socks
As a kid, getting socks for Christmas was the biggest letdown ever. Now, it’s one of the top wishlist items. After… Read More »Smartwool Ethno Graphic Crew Socks
Kari Traa Spyta Beanie
Usually when I think of a beanie, I think of a snug, head-hugging cap, but Kari Traa’s Spyta Beanie is… Read More »Kari Traa Spyta Beanie
Hydroflask Growler 64 oz
What could be better than a jug of cold water that’s still cold by the time you come off the… Read More »Hydroflask Growler 64 oz
Blackburn Central 700 Front Light
The only bonus of darkness falling by five o’clock is that I get to use my Blackburn Central 700 Front Light… Read More »Blackburn Central 700 Front Light
Outdoor Research Helium II Jacket
Weighing in at a mere 5.5 ounces, Outdoor Research’s Helium II 2.5-layer waterproof jacket makes the perfect gift for the… Read More »Outdoor Research Helium II Jacket
Kari Traa Rose LS Baselayer
Gearwise, one of the best thing to happen to me this year was discovering Scandinavian brands like Kari Traa. See,… Read More »Kari Traa Rose LS Baselayer
Nite Ize Steelie Desk and Dash System
One of the things I’ve come to dread about traveling is figuring out how to get my phone at eye-level… Read More »Nite Ize Steelie Desk and Dash System
Coleman Esky Series 55 Quart Cooler
When the climbing gym in my hometown of Jackson, WY closed down unexpectedly, I took it as a sign to diversify… Read More »Coleman Esky Series 55 Quart Cooler
Hydroflask True Pint
Designed specifically with the beer drinker in mind, Bend, OR-based Hydroflask’s True Pint stands apart from other insulated drinkware. The… Read More »Hydroflask True Pint
Hydroflask True Pint
Designed specifically with the beer drinker in mind, Bend, OR-based Hydroflask’s True Pint stands apart from other insulated drinkware. The… Read More »Hydroflask True Pint
Super.Natural Base Tee 140
It rarely drops below freezing in the winter here in Seattle, so I wear lightweight short-sleeved workout tops year-round. Super.Natural’s… Read More »Super.Natural Base Tee 140
Ahnu Women’s Tullia Flats
Equally at home in cities and mountain towns, work and play, the Ahnu Women’s Tullia Flats are fleet-footed, feminine, and… Read More »Ahnu Women’s Tullia Flats
Farm to Feet Creek Broken Strip Everyday Crew Socks
Over the past few years, I’ve been replacing my cotton socks with wool socks. Now I’ve started allowing a few… Read More »Farm to Feet Creek Broken Strip Everyday Crew Socks
Stio Women’s Dulcet Pant
I admit: I’ve lusted after Stio’s Women’s Dulcet Pant for years, so when I had the chance to review a… Read More »Stio Women’s Dulcet Pant
Patagonia Women’s Nine Trails Skirt
Running gear for me is all about feeling nimble, light, and unrestricted. The Patagonia Women’s Nine Trails Skirt is a… Read More »Patagonia Women’s Nine Trails Skirt
Columbia’s Freeze Degree III Short Sleeve Top
I’ve been so busy the past few months that I’ve developed a bad habit: stopping by the gym on my… Read More »Columbia’s Freeze Degree III Short Sleeve Top
Columbia’s Anytime Skort
Versatile and comfortable, Columbia’s Anytime Skort is ideal for every-day wear and for working out. It’s made out of a stretchy… Read More »Columbia’s Anytime Skort
Dare2B Alighted Skort
I’m a big fan of skorts. I love the freedom of wearing a skirt with the added bonus of a built-in… Read More »Dare2B Alighted Skort
Dare2B Alighted Skort
I’m a big fan of skorts. I love the freedom of wearing a skirt with the added bonus of a built-in… Read More »Dare2B Alighted Skort
Columbia Women’s Saturday Trail™ II Knee Pant.
I live in a temperate climate, so it’s often a bit too cold for shorts and a bit too warm… Read More »Columbia Women’s Saturday Trail™ II Knee Pant.
Mountain Khaki Camber 107 Pant
I recently escaped a rainy spring in Jackson Hole, WY to the north shore of Kauai, then to San Francisco… Read More »Mountain Khaki Camber 107 Pant
E-Case iSeries Waterproof iPhone Case
Raise your hand if you’ve ever cracked, soaked, run over, or otherwise damaged your expensive smartphone. Anyone out there? Let’s… Read More »E-Case iSeries Waterproof iPhone Case
Lumene Time Freeze Firming Day Cream SPF 15
In the winter, my face gets really dry in most areas but I still have the oily t-zone to deal… Read More »Lumene Time Freeze Firming Day Cream SPF 15
Ibex Izzy Tack Pant
I’ve been waiting for Ibex’s Izzi Tack Pant for a long time. I wanted a pant that was body-hugging like… Read More »Ibex Izzy Tack Pant
Dissent Labs Ski GFX Compression Hybrid Protect Socks
All desk-bound, drought-stricken skiers can sympathize with the fatigue brought on by hyper-compressed days of track skiing and backcountry touring… Read More »Dissent Labs Ski GFX Compression Hybrid Protect Socks
Coldpruf’s Classic Pant
I’ve been wearing Coldpruf’s Classic Pant for power walks for the past few weeks, and have enjoyed the performance of… Read More »Coldpruf’s Classic Pant
Eagle Creek Tandem Warrior 22
Eagle Creek’s latest convertible suitcase, the Tandem Warrior 22, takes the standard rolling carry-on suitcase to the next level. This… Read More »Eagle Creek Tandem Warrior 22
Chums Holster
I have a lot of small gadgets and devices, and now, thanks to the Chums Holster, I can keep them close… Read More »Chums Holster
Cabela’s Women’s E.C.W.C.S. Thermal Zone® Base Layer Crew
I live in my workout clothes because I love how stretchy and comfortable they are. Most workout clothes are very… Read More »Cabela’s Women’s E.C.W.C.S. Thermal Zone® Base Layer Crew
Cabela’s Women’s E.C.W.C.S. Thermal Zone® Base Layer Bottoms
When I’m looking for workout gear, comfort is key. So I was thrilled to test Cabela’s Women’s E.C.W.C.S. Thermal Zone® Base… Read More »Cabela’s Women’s E.C.W.C.S. Thermal Zone® Base Layer Bottoms
Bronwen Jewelry Isis Necklace
I’ve always wanted a necklace I could wear every day, and I finally found it in Bronwen Jewelry’s Isis Necklace!… Read More »Bronwen Jewelry Isis Necklace
Downlite Travel Pillow
I travel abroad several times a year, and as I get older I do everything in my power to make… Read More »Downlite Travel Pillow
Smokey Fire Starter Paracord Bracelet
My first impression of the olive green Smokey Fire Starter Paracord Bracelet was that it looked both trendy/fashionable and functional… Read More »Smokey Fire Starter Paracord Bracelet
emerginC Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen
I work outside, so I wear a lot of sunscreen year round. Knowing that it sits on my skin for… Read More »emerginC Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen
Ecoths Tallac Short Sleeve Button-Down Shirt
Ecoths’s new Tallac short sleeve button-down shirt is the epitome of what a casual men’s shirt should be: stylish, light,… Read More »Ecoths Tallac Short Sleeve Button-Down Shirt
Craghoppers Kiwi Pro Stretch Trousers
I admit that I don’t like most hiking pants. They’re too short in the length, too high in the waist,… Read More »Craghoppers Kiwi Pro Stretch Trousers
Chums Cotton Original Sunglasses Retainer
I’ve been using Chums eyewear retainers for years to keep glasses safely attached and comfortably steady, so I was very… Read More »Chums Cotton Original Sunglasses Retainer
Eagle Creek Systems Go Duffel Pack
On a recent day hike out of Estes Park, Colorado, we set out with some friends for what was supposed… Read More »Eagle Creek Systems Go Duffel Pack
Eagle Creek Strictly Business Carry-All Bag
I have always been a big fan of Eagle Creek products, so I’m not surprised by how much I like… Read More »Eagle Creek Strictly Business Carry-All Bag
Eagle Creek’s Pack-It Shoe Sac
Even with all of the traveling I do, I haven’t had a good system for packing extra shoes and isolating… Read More »Eagle Creek’s Pack-It Shoe Sac
Chaco OutCross Web shoe
The Chaco OutCross Web shoe looks to offer: breathability from its mesh and synthetic leather upper; stability from its contoured… Read More »Chaco OutCross Web shoe
Detours Madison Rack Trunk
I bike commute to work every day because I like the exercise and I don’t like paying for parking downtown!… Read More »Detours Madison Rack Trunk
ECase for iPad and Tablets
I’ve lived in rainy Seattle for years, but didn’t realize how much I needed extra protection for my tablet until… Read More »ECase for iPad and Tablets
Duofold Men’s Varitherm Mid Weight Brushed Back Long Sleeve Crew
The Duofold Men’s Varitherm Mid Weight Brushed Back Long Sleeve Crew is a performance layer for cold-weather activities. It’s comfortable,… Read More »Duofold Men’s Varitherm Mid Weight Brushed Back Long Sleeve Crew
Duofold Men’s First Layer Base Weight Long Sleeve Crew
The Duofold Men’s First Layer Base Weight Long Sleeve Crew is a go-to base layer for a wide variety of… Read More »Duofold Men’s First Layer Base Weight Long Sleeve Crew
Curel’s Hand and Cuticle Therapy Cream
Curel’s Hand and Cuticle Therapy Cream has been a hand saver this winter! My hands seem to be dry year… Read More »Curel’s Hand and Cuticle Therapy Cream
Coldpruf’s Classic Crew
Coldpruf’s Classic Crew top, available in men’s and women’s sizes, is a lightweight merino base layer designed for outdoor activities… Read More »Coldpruf’s Classic Crew
Core Concepts January Jacket
It’s hard to sacrifice performance for fashion when I need to be out in the elements, but I really don’t… Read More »Core Concepts January Jacket
