There once was a time when I’d set out on a trip with a massive piece of luggage packed to the brim with everything that I thought I needed in order to stay comfortable on my journey. But as I grew older, traveled more frequently, and visited more remote places, I learned the value of … Read more
A lightweight rain jacket that performs extremely well breathes nicely, and doesn’t take up much room in your pack is one of the Holy Grails of outdoor gear. Sure, it’s easy to find a rain shell that repels moisture, but most don’t offer a high level of breathability, which causes the wearer to overheat quickly … Read more
Over the past few years, Hoka One One(Running Shoes) has built itself a loyal following by going in the opposite direction of most other running shoe companies. While the competition looked lighter and more minimalist, Hoka created shoes with massive soles designed to provide extra cushioning and support. This “maximalist” approach was exactly what some … Read more
CARGO PANT : When it comes to selecting the proper gear for travel, overall comfort is probably at the top of the list of the things that we look for. Next up for me however is versatility, as any piece of clothing that I bring on a trip has to be able to pull double-duty … Read more
Yesterday I reviewed the Rockpals 300W Portable Power Station, finding it to be an efficient and convenient way to keep your devices charged while living off the grid. In that article, I also mentioned that the company had sent me one of its ROCKPALS 100W Solar Panels to test as well. I was so impressed … Read more
Portable Power Station: Remember when it was a novel idea to bring an electronic device with you on a camping trip? Before smartphones and tablets invading our lives, we usually just elected to leave such gadgets at home and turn off our old-school cell phones whenever we ventured into the backcountry. Nowadays, however, we usually … Read more
Suunto 5 GPS watch: Most outdoor athletes benefit to some degree from wearing a sports-focused, fitness-oriented watch during their workouts. The problem is, many of those watches are expensive, overly complex, and/or offer poor battery life. With the release of the new Suunto 5 watch however, long-time outdoor brand Suunto is looking to change all … Read more
Jackery SolarSaga 60W Solar Panel Review One of the best parts about heading out into the field on an adventure, like the one I just completed in British Columbia, is that it gives me the opportunity to test out new gear. I took several new items with me on the trip, most of which will … Read more
If you’re looking for hiking boots that can see you through the most rugged of adventures in the backcountry or in an alpine setting, chances are Lowa makes something that will meet your needs. After all, the company has been around for more than 95 years and has built itself a reputation for offering durable, … Read more
Finding ways to keep our small and often fragile technology items protected while on the go isn’t always easy. After all, we rarely venture off the beaten path without at least a smartphone these days, and while that device can be convenient no matter where we von ourselves, they are seldom built to survive in … Read more
