My Favorite Winter Hiking Outfit to Stay Warm, Comfortable, and Stylish on the Trail
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My Favorite Winter Hiking Outfit to Stay Warm, Comfortable, and Stylish on the Trail

Winter hiking can be magical with cold mountain air, snow-covered trees, and the peacefulness of no crowds on trails blanketed in white. To fully enjoy venturing out on a snowy trail, having the right gear is key. Thanks to recent snow in Colorado, I got to gear test the perfect winter hiking outfit for days … Continue reading

2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Adventurer, Road Tripper, and Traveler
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2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Adventurer, Road Tripper, and Traveler

From travel clothes to road trip goodies here are some of my favorite finds over the past year. Each item was gear tested on a trip or adventure. Hope you find the perfect gift for your favorite adventurer, road tripper, or traveler (or for yourself!). Travel Clothes I Found During My Travels: Eastern Mountain Sports … Continue reading

Warm Weather Travel Outfit: Outdoor Research Essential Boxy Tee and Ferrosi Transit Pants
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Warm Weather Travel Outfit: Outdoor Research Essential Boxy Tee and Ferrosi Transit Pants

Warm weather travel means packing lightweight, breathable, and comfy clothes. This is a gear review of Outdoor Research Essential Boxy Tee and Ferrosi Transit Pants. Continue reading

Sun Protection & Stay Warm Backpacking & Camping in Outdoor Research Hoodie and Outdoor Vitals Jacket
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Sun Protection & Stay Warm Backpacking & Camping in Outdoor Research Hoodie and Outdoor Vitals Jacket

Review of Outdoor Research Echo Hoodie for sun protection and Outdoor Vitals Vario Jacket worn during a backpacking trip Continue reading

Outdoor Research Hoodie and Jacket are the Perfect Cold Weather Combo
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Outdoor Research Hoodie and Jacket are the Perfect Cold Weather Combo

I’m now an Outdoor Research mega fan. It’s because of a hoodie and jacket. I became a fan of Outdoor Research after gear testing their sensor vigor lightweight gloves that are smartphone compatible in December. I featured the gloves in my 2021 Holiday Gift Guide. I liked them so much I got the midweight sensor … Continue reading

A Day at Outdoor Retailer:  Sneak Peek at Gear Coming Out This Year
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A Day at Outdoor Retailer: Sneak Peek at Gear Coming Out This Year

When you’re one of 20,000 attendees scouring the more than 1,000 vendors for the latest and greatest products that will be coming out in 6-8 months, a day at Outdoor Retailer is exhilarating and maddening at the same time.  I’m always on the hunt for cool travel and outdoor gear to feature in my annual … Continue reading