It used to be that if you wanted to keep your gear dry on a trip, you needed to bring along a bulky, waterproof box or dry bag. Built primarily for hardcore water folks, those pieces of gear didn’t take space into consideration—much. But when more consumers ventured out into adventure travel territory, brands needed to consider convenience more. The …
Avoid heat loss with Buff Microfiber Balaclava
Admittedly, balaclavas can look a little spooky, due to criminals in the movies wearing them during their illegal activities, but in truth, they’re awesome for keeping your noggin warm. While balaclavas are made with a variety of fabrics, from fleece to wool to polyester microfiber, my current favorite is the Buff Microfiber Balaclava. The balaclava is made from 100 percent …
Coleman headlamp and lantern for summer camping
Once I’d tried my first headlamp years ago, I never went back to flashlights. I love the hands-free convenience of a headlamp, and the versatility…I’ve used headlamps while camping and backpacking of course, but also stuff one in my carry-on during air travel trips and road trips. It’s nice to have a ready-made reading light in hotel rooms and a …
Keep gear dry with OtterBox Drybox 3250
Mother Nature doesn’t always cooperate with your plans. You might think the forecast is all clear for that hiking trip, or that the boat ride will be smooth sailing. But taking the risk with your electronics isn’t worth it if you’re not sure. Why not protect your small electronics with the OtterBox Drybox 3250? Yes, there are waterproof and water-resistant …