The Odin Mountain Softshell Jacket by Helly Hansen is hands down my most worn jacket this winter season. I’ve worn it extensively in different conditions, doing different activities. It’s perfect for ice climbing, ideal for backcountry skiing, and great…
Whether you need a pant for ice climbing, alpinism, or skiing, the Mammut Eisfeld Guide Pant is versatile, comfortable, and reinforced in areas where you need it most. The combination of soft-shell stretch with Gore-Tex waterproofing lends to ultimate…
The North Machine Carbon Ice Axe by Grivel is exactly what I need and want in an ice axe. Not only is the North Machine lightweight, it’s center of gravity is spot on and versatility unmatched. Whether you’re into…
If you’ve been following us for a while, you’re probably aware that Hank isn’t much of a cold-weather dog. He could live on the beach in Mexico for the rest of his life and never question not returning to…
It seems surprising that the Trail Base Water Filter Kit by MSR is the first water filter we’ve owned. With our motorcycle trips, canoe adventures into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, camping in the backcountry of CO and…
For our 5 week Baja trip, we were excited to have with us Surface Sun Protection Products. Since we spend a lot of time outside, and especially so on this beach/kiteboarding trip, we knew we needed sun protection that…
The Cheetah Sunglasses by Smith are a timeless pair of sunglasses that look cute on no matter what activity you’re doing. I was initially drawn to the Cheetahs after a recent Moto trip. I had some low-quality sunglasses that…
I’ve had the opportunity to try out the Epic Air Sport True Wireless Earbuds by JLab Audio and I’m not sure I knew what I was missing. I’ve been using AirPods prior to the Epic Air Sport Earbuds and…
The Highline Plus 3/2mm Wetsuit by Quiksilver kept me warm and comfortable for the last five weeks in Baja while I learned to kiteboard. Quiksilver’s F’n Lite 2 neoprene provides overall comfort, flexibility, and warmth and the textured design…
Protect your skin no matter the season with BlackStrap Gear. I had the opportunity to test out both the Daily Sleeve Set and the Daily Tube by BlackStrap and not only was I protected from the sun with UPF…
