Best Travel Gear

09/08/2015

Teva Faltform Universal Sandal is ultra comfy and sassy. Puts an extra spring in your step. They go with jeans, skirts, dresses, shorts--everything.

09/08/2015

Can't go check out the Northern Lights this year? Here's a light bulb that can put them in your living room. The Elgato Avea Light Bulb is an LED bulb that changes color schemes and mood and you control it from your smart phone.

17/06/2015

Big Agnes's Helinox Sunset Chair is the most comfortable ultra light camp chair out there. It weighs just 3lbs making it easy to take everywhere.

17/06/2015

Sierra Designs BackCountry Bed is a revolutionary sleeping bag that makes your sleeping bag feel more like your bed at home.

10/06/2015

Best tent for stargazing--Kelty TN3, three person tent made for backpacking. Part of the TrailLogic series, the TN3 has great color scheme and organization.

09/06/2015

Rump Blanket Review. Get cozy with this adventurer's blanket. Perfect for use at home and on the go, the Rumpl is ideal for homes with dogs and kids.

04/06/2015

Sanuk Fiona Shoe--perfect, packable summer shoe. So light and comfy, looks cute with a skirt, dress, shorts, and capris.

01/06/2015

Eagle's Nest Outfitters Twilights Review. ENO Twilights instantly make your campsite more festive. They're also useful for marking guy lines.

29/05/2015

The Exped Zip Seal Collection are waterproof pouches in different sizes to fit various devices. They keep contents dry and clean in wet or dusty conditions.

25/05/2015

Because it moves us to do things for the greater good.

22/05/2015

Chaco Outcross Mary Jane review. Chaco's Outcross Mary Jane is cute enough to wear with a dress, functional enough to wear kayaking. Perfect for summer.

20/05/2015

Yep. Fernweh.

We've all experienced "Treppenwitz" and wish we'd never had to deal with "Weltschmerz".

18/05/2015

Hydro Flask True Pint Review. The Hydro Flask True Pint maximizes enjoyment of craft beer. But they're also great for kids.

15/05/2015

Ge**er Freescape Lantern Review. This lantern has awesome features like touch activation and a dimmer switch.

13/05/2015

You can drive a truck over this luggage.

Traveler's Choice Sedona Series Spinner Luggage Review. So tough you can run over it with a truck, Traveler's Choice Sedona is sleek and rugged.

07/05/2015

Must have Cooler for Summer Adventures

Pelican Elite 20qt Cooler is the best cooler for road trips, camping and boat trips. It really works! Keep your food and drinks cold for days.

05/05/2015

Inspiring Travel Movie to Go: Tracks Some nomads are at home everywhere. Others are at home nowhere, and I was one of those. ~Robyn Davidson Need a movie for that long haul flight? I’ve got a great one for your tablet: Tracks. Netflix is offering it right now (I love Netflix at home and when I’m tra…

30/04/2015

Ultra light and efficient hammock--what you'd expect from Exped.

EXPED Ultra Light Travel Hammock Exped’s Travel Hammock is, as you would expect from Exped, very light at 11 ounces. This suspension system is something new for me–there’s no carabiners on the ends. The Exped hammock hangs with knots, saving the weight of metal. Sold separately, the Suspension Kit’s…

14/04/2015

Bellingham ultra runner Daniel Probst is on a quest to bring back the spirit of the historic Mount Baker Adventure Race.

13/04/2015

Lojel Nimbus Carry-On Spinner Suitcase If you live in a rainy climate and sleek and elegant is your taste, check out Lojel’s Nimbus. Made to withstand rain, this carryon is perfect for those traveling by train in the Pacific Northwest, or anywhere you face ongoing inclement weather. You can litera…

03/04/2015

Not Just for Beer

Hydro Flask 64 oz Growler Hydroflask has me rethinking my thermos situation. These Growlers are insulated and hold 64 ounces of hot coffee or ice cold water and they look cool too. They also hold beer, so you can pop into your favorite micro brewery and fill up. Apparently they are the world’s first…

30/03/2015

Black Diamond Orbit Lantern-Flashlight I’m a huge fan of Black Diamond’s lanterns. They have a dimmer feature that I love–you just hold down on the button and it gets dimmer, saving battery life and customizing your lighting. They’ve updated the Orbit Lantern to include a flashlight feature on the b…

25/03/2015

Can't get enough of Nemo's cool Puffin graphic.

Nemo Puffin Blanket Nemo’s new Puffin Blanket is a must have for road trips and car camping. And the park, the beach, outdoor concerts–anywhere you’re hanging around outside and need that extra warmth but not the bulk of a sleeping bag. Look at that puffin graphic. I’m totally in love with this ar…

24/03/2015

Ge**er Freescape Camp Kitchen Knife Modeled after a Santoku knife, Ge**er’s Freescape Camp Kitchen Knife is a must have for cooking at camp. A Santoku is what I use at home for most of my food prep and I was thrilled to discover this rugged version. The grippy handle stays put in your hand while the…

24/03/2015

There are 7 days in the week, and someday isn't one of them.

, y'all!

Pic by Bill Boockford

05/03/2015

#15: Your measure of whether someone is a good friend or not is, “Would he be a dick to me after being awake for 17 hours straight on a non-sleeper train?”

05/03/2015

Some people are just born with restless limbs.

04/03/2015

Mesmerizing Mova Globe: Give them the World Every traveler I’ve ever known has had a fondness for globes and maps. The Mova Globe is unique in that it spins slowly and perpetually. It’s activated by ambient light and turns by virtue of the earth’s magnetic field and solar cells hidden within the glo…

02/03/2015

Ariat Probaby Comfortable Cowgirl Boots Have you ever travelled with cowgirl/cowboy boots? To a minimalist like me it might seem frivolous at first glance. But try on a boot like Ariat’s Probaby and you immediately rethink it. They’re super comfy and oh so cute. Look at those stars! Comfortable…

26/02/2015

Fugoo TOUGH and SPORT Bluetooth Speakers Travel and outdoor speakers are getting better and better with awesome sound, portability, and ruggedness. The Fugoo is in its own league for its ability to transform with three different jackets, and a crazy battery life of 40 hours. Most travel speakers ha…