I’m always excited to see how long-trusted brands like Patagonia keep offering new versions of familiar items and improving their gear over time. Patagonia’s Black Hole series of duffels, backpacks, totes, and cubes are beloved for being able to last…
If you’re a frequent camper, you understand that single-use plastic bottles of water from the grocery store are anything but the easy way to ensure you’ve packed all the water you need. Investing in a reusable container such as the…
Nobody likes jet lag, whether it’s on vacation or once you’ve returned home. It keeps you from being able to fully enjoy your time when awake, and often keeps you from getting quality sleep. I recently returned from a trip…
As I age, I’m more likely to be warm than cold, and the long-sleeved sweatshirts I used to wear on airplanes have been replaced with thinner short-sleeved shirts. That usually works, but sometimes on long-haul flights, the temperature is even…
Much of my life revolves around water, specifically the ocean. That means a lot of my outdoor gear is made to withstand weather conditions near oceans around the world, as well as water conditions on and below the surface. A…
In a pinch, I’ll use my regular, everyday sunglasses while cycling. If I’m just biking from here to there, or zipping around d town, the occasion doesn’t always seem to call for specialized eyewear. But when I’m on a cycling…
Fall is often considered an in-between season when temperatures are neither too hot (like summer) nor too cold (like winter). Some days, a long-sleeved shirt is enough, but other days may require a jacket. How do you solve that? A…
Unless I’m traveling to do some hard-core hiking or backpacking, I usually like to bring multi-purpose shoes that will perform well on the trail, but also be useful in city streets. As a teenager, I once went on a trip…
I’m an ocean girl, but lots of salt and sun exposure can thrash my hair. While I want to keep my hair protected, I also want to avoid using products that harm fish and coral reefs. Until a recent dive…
It’s never been easier to take your favorite music on the go. From camping trips to beach days to yardwork, portable Bluetooth speakers come in all shapes and styles these days. I spent many days this summer listening to my…
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