Beach towels never seem to be big enough, whether your ideal summer lounging activity is at the beach, lake, park, or campground. Trying to fit yourself, a camp chair, a cooler, and your bag on own towel, let alone adding…
A good night’s sleep makes everything better. But when you’re traveling, getting comfortable in even the most luxe hotel room can sometimes be tricky. So many factors are out of your control. From street noise and unwanted light to ventilation…
It’s an age-old dilemma for folks drawn to outdoor activities in and around water. How do you keep your gear dry and secure, but also easy to get to when you need it? The new Highwater Hitchhiker XL Black by…
When you think of comfortable shoes to wear around water, you might think of flip flops, or slippas. They’re an essential part of my footwear rotation. But when it comes to having casual comfort and exceptional grip and performance, not…
Performance-wear has its place. I love workout clothing for hiking, biking, yoga, and general fitness, but I often find that I don’t love the snug fit of workout T-shirts. I’m not looking for something super baggy, but a shirt with…
If you’ve ever been on a ship in windy conditions, you know you need gear to protect yourself from the elements. In 1877, Captain Helly Juell Hansen saw a need for better protection from the harsh Norwegian weather conditions, and…
Research shows that making sunscreen part of your daily face care routine — whether on vacation or walking your dog —is crucial to protecting your skin. But I’m the first to admit I need to get better at it. I’ve…
When I need a versatile backpack for both carry-on and day hikes, I try not to go too large. I don’t need to bring absolutely everything, just the essentials and perhaps a comfort item or two. As I’ve shared before,…
Many people who travel a lot choose an essential wardrobe of neutral colors that can mix and match, along with a few bonus pops of color and accessories to keep those neutral colors from being merely basic. We all have…
Can we talk about the prices of bikes lately? Geez! Bikes are now a solid investment of money and time with all of the customization options. While we do our best investing in great locks that promise they cannot be…