I’m not sure if it was part of a midlife crisis or just a change in direction, but a few years back I got really into bird watching. It started out my kitchen window, then from the backyard, and then while hiking. This all led to the need for a good set of binoculars. Around Read more ›
With more and more passenger vehicles coming standard with onboard navigation systems, and smartphones having the capability to navigate through apps like Google Maps, it might seem a little silly to even consider buying a separate, turn-by-turn GPS unit. And you might be right if you stick to paved roads and highways — but if Read more ›
When it comes to camping, tents aren’t going away, but it’s hard to ignore the fact that hammocks have become a popular alternative. With each passing camping season, hammocks become more and more commonplace. Why? Well, they’re easy to set up, keep you off the ground, and provide an incredible night’s sleep. But they’re also Read more ›
These cases have been used and abused in my adventerous and spontaneous life to determine if they’re right for you. The end of summer signals the release of a new Apple iPhone and this year we’ve made it to the 16 Series. And though the iPhone 16 models aren’t a large departure from the 15’s, Read more ›
Polygiene is an established technology that enhances outdoor apparel and gear by providing effective odor control and antibacterial protection. Their technologies allow for extended adventures with greater comfort and confidence. Their solutions allow me to reuse running socks, base layers and other gear without the need to wash them as frequently — meaning I can Read more ›
Heading out on a multi-day vehicular adventure can be both exciting and stressful. There’s no room service when you’re 20 miles from nowhere — there might not be cell service either! So it’s important to be prepared, in order to live life to the fullest without a safety net. To do that, you need the Read more ›
The personal cooler was a mainstay in modern society when I was growing up. My dad took an Igloo Playmate with him to his suit-and-tie job every day. By 1980s standards, it was the bee’s knees. But let’s be real here, those things didn’t keep anything cold for more than a couple of hours. That Read more ›
Many adventures in the outdoors begin with a plan on what to bring. Once that’s put together, you need a good pack to carry it all. Taking that one step further, you also need to make sure that things are accessible. In the last few years, fanny packs – now known as “hip packs” have Read more ›
It’s hard to imagine McDonald’s reformulating its milkshake or Converse giving its iconic All Stars a makeover—but by redesigning the women’s Black Pearl skis, Blizzard dared to tinker with a blockbuster. Will women be as wowed by the new and improved versions? From 2016 to 2020, the Black Pearl reigned as the world’s bestselling women’s Read more ›
If you’re like me, you’ve been looking forward to ski season for some time now. And while this year has been a real downer, a quality ski season could fix a lot of the things right about now. However, it’s not quite time to ski yet and it’s not even clear what this season will Read more ›
Everyone likes to get a bonus helping of the good stuff, and with the 2021 SB115, Yeti indulges cross-country riders that want a little more plushness, a little more pop in the terrain park, a little more tiger in the tank. This new model isn’t aiming to be an enduro rig or even a trail Read more ›
Hustle in the Desert Do you enjoy mountain biking copious miles? How about in the Sonoran Desert? Try the “24 Hours in the Old Pueblo” mountain bike race. Does 24-hour racing sound like hell? I agree and was (sort of) happy when the trend collapsed years ago under its weight, yet this race continues – Read more ›
