Adventure Gear
Adventure on with Patagonia Women’s Tadra Tank Top and Maipo Rock Crops
Now that spring has settled in and summer is around the corner, a lot of travelers are starting to think about refreshing their warm-weather travel wardrobe. The same goes for me. I did a major closet cleaning in December, and while I have plenty of gear to see me through seasons, I usually need just…
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Costa Salina Sunglasses Combine Lifestyle With Performance
Now that the sun is coming back into our lives from the shorter days of winter, it’s time to assess available eyewear. I’m pretty light sensitive, so I have a stash of sunglasses in many places: the car, the table in the foyer, my purse, and my shopping bag. There’s also a back-up collection of…
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MiiR Climate+ Line Minimizes Environmental Impact
News of climate change is all around, and many consumer goods companies are making their own changes to minimize their inherent impact on the planet. An excellent recent example of a new offering by an existing brand is the MiiR Climate+ line, which consists of a 12-ounce tumbler, 16-ounce tumbler, and 20-ounce wide-mouth bottle. …
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Buff CoolNet UV Insect Shield Is No Joke
I promise, this is no April Fool’s post. As many of us switch from winter to spring/summer activities, we find that we’re dodging insects in the outdoors. Buzzing around our ears and in our eyes. Biting our arms and our legs. Quite frankly, it bugs. Sure, there are sprays and zappers and even our…
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WOMEN’S X-SCAPE NBK MID- BACK IN STOCK!
My daffodils are starting to peek their kelly green leaves out from the ground at my house and that can only mean one thing- It’s go time for spring sneakers. My favorite versatile shoe for spring 2022 is the Women’s X-scape NBK Mid rise hiker. If Care Bears could have designed a shoe to mimic…
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Teen Skiers Love Obermeyer Rayla Jacket and Jessi Pant
At the beginning of each ski season, I dread checking my daughter’s closet to see if her ski outfit from the previous year still fits. Ski clothes are notoriously pricy, and growing children slough off each season’s outfits like they’re shedding skin. Some families rent ski clothes for children, or even hit ski swaps to…
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Hang it All with UTTy Gear Management System
Whether you’re traveling or at home, space to store your gear isn’t always a given. We don’t all have a gear shed in the backyard, extensive space in the garage, or even a spacious hotel room or tent. When it comes to managing sports and recreation equipment and organizing adventure clothing and gear, options can…
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Keep Your Best Friend Warm with Ruffwear Stumptown Quilted Dog Coat
Unless you live in a place where snow is a regular winter visitor, it can be easy to forget that our beloved pup pals can need extra insulation beyond their fur when it gets cold. Certainly, some breeds like huskies already have all that insulation at birth, but other breeds may not be entirely comfortable…
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Tuck a Buzzbox into Your Pack for a Cocktail on the Go
Whether you’re on a road trip, hitting the trail, or camping, those who love cocktails often find that carrying along all their favorite fixings is too much. Glass bottles are heavy, pouring ready-made drinks into zip-lock bags can be challenging, and buying an overpriced yet forgettable cocktail at that bar isn’t always the best move.…
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Stay Warm with Marmot Men’s Ridgefield Sherpa-Lined Flannel Hoody
Now that we’re edging into the winter season, staying warm is top of mind. But part of staying warm is wearing clothing that also dries quickly and wicks moisture away when you’re active. Brave the cold weather with the Marmot Men’s Ridgefield Sherpa-Lined Flannel Hoody. It’s the ideal jacket for après-ski, hanging out with friends,…
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