In 1971, Jim Lea, Neil Anderson and John Burroughs came together to design a better mattress with comfort in mind and thus, Therm-a-Rest was born. Since its inception 40+ years ago, the focus has never strayed from comfort because the…
myCharge has been a favored battery pack for Practical Travel Gear’s writers for many years now. We have covered portable chargers, ear bud cases with an integrated charge system and the Adventure Jump Start for cars. Home & Go myCharge…
MSR’s newest line of trekking poles, DynaLock, have something for every outdoor enthusiast. The Ascent, the lightest and most technical in the line, is ideal for hardcore explorers and mountaineers, and the Trail is the bare bones model (though that…
What sets this mask apart from the cheaper ones that come in airline amenity kits are that this is made from organic bamboo lyocell fabric, which is exceptionally soft.
Do you ever feel guilty about using zip-lock baggies on your travels? They’re handy for storing your snacks and lunches, but using them a lot without washing them out and re-using them over and over means that you’re adding a…
QALO is on the cusp of fashion when it comes to jewelry styles. This is evident in their stackable silicone rings. Recently we were sent the QALO Melody Stackable Silicone Ring set to test out on our travels. The Melody…
I love hats. Some people in my house may even go so far as to say I own too many of them. But the thing is, a good hat can make an outfit. And it can certainly improve upon the…
With Labor Day still ahead and plenty of winter vacations ahead to plan, the CGear Sand Free Beach Mat can be the perfect gift for those that like to soak up the rays or relax on the sand with a good book.
LOWA has heard your cries and we present to you the lighter, but still sturdy and responsive, Locarno GTX® Qc midrise. The Locarno GTX® now boasts a new inverted MONOWRAP frame with a midsole constructed of both DuraPU and DynaPU….
Carve Designs is what Practical Travel Gear is all about. Clean lines, sustainability, clothing that looks great, can perform multiple tasks and is affordable. One of the best piece of advice I got when I bought my first house was…