Clothing
Now that autumn temperatures are here, I’m craving cozy clothing items to wear both at home and one the road. One of the challenges of this pandemic year is living so much in super-casual home life that it’s often difficult to care about being somewhat “presentable” when I do venture out in the world. But…
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My dad’s first backpacking gear came from Sierra Designs, and he passed down this loyalty to me, along with a lifelong love of the outdoors. I’m pleased to be trying out Sierra Designs’ women’s Tuolumne sweater this fall, perfect for end-of-the-season camping and backpacking trips before it transitions into my ski mid-layer. The Tuolumne sweater…
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As we turn toward autumn, it’s time for me to spotlight a shoe that will transition with you beautifully from outdoor adventure to urban lifestyle and, in my son’s case, college campus. A long-time fan of Xero hiking shoes, he has been happily testing the new Xero Melbourne, which features the same minimalist features he…
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As we approach fall, I’m cleaning out my gear shed. It’s tempting to hang onto things that perform well, but my focus going forward are items that are excellent in a variety of situations so I’m not hauling around a number of things that I don’t really need. One of the items that’s staying is…
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Summer’s nearly over, and its peak, back in June, is long past. As daylight time shortens and the weather begins to change, it’s time to start thinking about baselayers. Take a look through your tried-and-true baselayers from the past few winters. Do they still fit? Do they have holes? Can they carry you through another…
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I’ve been traveling in Royal Robbins for years, and I’m so glad they’ve jumped onboard the hemp clothing trend. Sustainable and comfortable, hemp material doesn’t wrinkle, feels so soft to the touch, and can take a beating. Right now, we’re only road tripping and camping, and Royal Robbins has been along for the ride. I’ve…
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During this time of lockdown and staged openings of our states, many of us are turning to the outdoors more than ever for a much needed break. Rackle Shoes has designed a natural, hemp upper shoe for your everyday adventures. Named the Alex, the Rackle shoe comes in three beautiful colors, Blue Nights, Redwood, and…
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My new Oboz Sawtooth II boots came in the mail the night before my first backpacking trip in four years. I sat there staring at the new lightweight wonder boots and my old school leather indestructibly and heavy clodhoppers. Well, this was the last time I was going to do much with my daughter before…
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Icebreaker’s Drayden Tank is a slam dunk when it comes to Work From Home wear. The relaxed fit of the Drayden tank allows you to be comfortable while in the comfort of your home and still look professional. The crew neck of the Drayden Tank is relaxed, leaving plenty of room to show off your…
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Whether you’re perpetually on the road or rediscovering your home territory, it’s essential to have a tried-and-true rain jacket. And while one of the most essential qualities of a rain jacket is to keep the moisture out, it’s also helpful when that waterproof barrier doesn’t result in making you feel stuffy or overheated. And it…
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