When it comes to setting up camp—whether in a drive-up campground or at the beach—it’s important to bring the comfortable accessories. If you’re not backpacking, you don’t have to worry as much about lightweight and minimal items, and can expand…
To check a bag, or not to check a bag? It’s really not a question for me, especially when I’m rolling through the airport testing the Briggs & Riley Sympatico Essential 22” Carry-On Expandable Spinner. There are primarily two types…
If you’re drawn to water activities like I am, you likely get your share of blisters and sunburn. Years ago, I started wearing open-finger gloves when kayaking and stand-up paddling, and they’ve made a huge difference. When I found…
Despite black suitcases being ubiquitous, I still love them. They hide dirt easily, and don’t look heavily used until you’ve traveled with them for years. But recently, I chose a different color for a popular new suitcase, just so…
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a carry-on kind of girl. Yes, I’ve had a suitcase lost on more than one occasion, but truthfully, it’s more because I’m impatient. No matter how long the flight, the last…
Every time I’m given a new reusable tote, I recall the We Bare Bears animated TV series episode where “Tote Life” took over the bears’ lives, and they were nearly buried in a mountain of tote bags. Reusable totes, when…
Plastic products are everywhere. That’s partly because there seems to be no end to their use, and also because we like to save money. But plastic also comes with a lot of problems: health impacts, lack of ability to break…
It’s hard to get excited about socks. I get it. But top quality socks are invaluable. The last thing you want when you’re on the road is to be sidelined by a blister. Socks for Everyday Use This summer, I’ve…
The Yakima StageTwo hitch bike rack is a premium choice for anyone who love biking and need a reliable way to transport their bikes. After extensive testing, here’s my comprehensive review of the Yakima StageTwo Hitch Bike Rack‘s features, usability,…
New from the company that has been perfecting “Just Sit There” since 1987, is the Aircliner for the ultimate in Inflatable Comfort regarding travel chairs. The Crazy Creek Inflatable Aircliner Chair is a versatile piece of outdoor gear that has…