Gear Lab
Woolly Clothing Review: Affordable Merino Wool??
Woolly Clothing offers high-quality merino for a better price than most other retailers. And if you’re looking for Merino options for women, there isn’t a better option.
Skylar Renslow
I mostly walk around, take pictures, and write things.
Postcards
Postcard #1: A new beginning
It’s Sunday. It’s late. And I’m hungry. Fortunately, this city is one that seemingly doesn’t sleep. People are out until at least 2am every day. A schedule that’s amenable to the type of lifestyle that I’m most comfortable in. The night-dwelling, nocturnal, degenerate type.
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Duer Performance Denim Review
Summary The most comfortable pair of denim I’ve worn to date, Duer jeans will definitely find themselves in my ultralight packing list for casual trips. Buy Now at Duer ProsConsExtremely comfortable denimPrice – not cheap denimPlenty of sizing, style, and color optionsGusseted crotch means easy movement and probably no crotch
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Naglev Combat WP Review: Game-Changing Hiking Boots?
Disclaimer: The team at Huckberry sent me these boots to review; however, all opinions are my own. Summary Using unique materials and innovative design, Naglev managed to make a boot that’s not only made for extreme adventure, but also comfortable enough to keep you fresh. Buy Now at Huckberry
Essays
Re-Defining Grain to Glass in the San Juan Islands
Recently I took a trip up to the San Juan Islands, northwest of Seattle in the Salish Sea. Despite growing up in the Pacific Northwest, a journey to the islands has eluded me over the years.
Travel
Why Piedmont is the Most Underrated Region in Italy
When someone talks about Italy, where do you think of first? Likely the bustling and historic Rome, the mystical canals of Venice, or perhaps the idyllic and colorful Amalfi Coast. I’d bet that the Piedmont region is pretty low on that mental ranking. Tucked up in the northwest of
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Tortuga Outbreaker Backpack Review
Disclaimer: The team at Tortuga sent me this backpack to review; however, all opinions are my own. Summary A big, burly backpack that can comfortably carry a ton of kit. It brings the best features of a suitcase and a hiking backpack together. If you’re transitioning from a suitcase
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Injinji Toe Socks Review
Disclaimer: The team at Injinji sent me this bag to review; however, all opinions are my own. Summary If you’re looking for a good pair of hiking or backpacking socks to help prevent blisters and help your feet out, give Injinji toe socks a look. Buy Now at REIBuy
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Peak Design Travel Backpack Review
Disclaimer: The team at Peak Design sent me this bag to review; however, all opinions are my own. Summary The Peak Design Travel Backpack is one of the best travel backpacks you can find. It’s a versatile backpack with expandable storage and multiple carry styles that can help you
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Foehn Brise Pant Review – Made for Ultralight Travel??
Disclaimer: Foehn sent me a pair of the Brise Schoeller Pants to review, but all opinions are my own. Summary A high-quality and highly comfortable pant that checks virtually every box for lightweight travel. If you don’t mind the athletic style, I highly recommend these as one-bag travel pants.
Travel Tips
Welcome to Intentional Meandering
Have you ever heard of “intentional meandering” for travelers? Of course you haven’t – I just made it up. Well, kind of. Early on in my travel days, I was an obsessive researcher. I would scour the inter-webs, looking for the best things to do, see, eat, and drink. I’
Travel
Where to Eat the Best Cicchetti in Venice, Italy
I didn't truly know what to expect before visiting Venice for the first time. It always held a mythical place in my heart - the canals, the architecture, the romance, the history. The existence of such a city seemed impossible. But Venice is an actual living, breathing city.