Anyone who travels with any regularity probably already recognizes the value of carrying a good USB battery pack with them while on the road. Whether you find yourself frequently stranded at the airport, trying...
If you’re the kind of person who likes to travel light, chances are you probably already recognize the tradeoffs that come with carrying a minimalist pack. Lightweight bags are great for navigating busy airports...
As the warm days of summer start to transition to the cooler days of fall, our outdoor gear needs begin to change as well. It’s time to swap out the shorts and t-shirts in...
Without question, one of the most competitive segments of the outdoor apparel market is hiking and travel pants. Nearly every company that makes outdoor clothing offers their take on the classic trekking trouser, which...
When searching for the right pair of trail running shoes there are some important factors that we always take into consideration. For instance, the shoe need to be comfortable to wear even on longer...
While modern cellphones have made it easier than ever to stay in contact while on the go, there are still plenty of places where cell coverage remains elusive. Finding a way to communicate while...
Despite the fact that Keen practically invented the outdoor sandal when it introduced its venerable Newport model nearly two decades ago, the company continues to refine and innovate with its design. This is abundantly...
Over the past few years, the portable power station market has become an increasingly competitive one in the outdoor and travel space. As the number of gadgets that we take with us on our...
When searching for the right sleeping bag and sleeping pad to accompany us on our backcountry adventures we often find ourselves having to make compromises. Because size and weight are almost always an important...
Last week, the top brands in the outdoor industry descended on Denver, Colorado to share their latest and greatest creations. There were endless aisles of backpacks, tents, boots, and other gear to discover, some...
Jackson Hole, Wyoming will play host to an innovative, unique, and ground breaking environmental conference later this year when the second annual SHIFT Festival takes place there October 7-10. The conference will feature a host...
For more than 45 years The North Face has been responsible for making some of the best—and most recognizable—outdoor gear on the market. The company’s catalog ranges from jackets, to boots, to tents, to...
Over the past couple of years there has been a true renaissance within the sport of adventure racing. Following the global economic down-turn that hit back in 2008, many races had to be postponed...
With the official unveiling of the Apple Watch we’ve gotten our first true glimpse of the future of wearable technology. Apple says that its new device will streamline communication, help us to become more...
by Kraig Becker+ · Published February 19, 2015 · Last modified February 20, 2015
As I write this, I am just over a week away from leaving for Africa, where I will be attempting to summit Mt. Kilimanjaro as part of a fund-raising climb led by the good...
by Kraig Becker+ · Published February 13, 2015 · Last modified February 12, 2015
There is no denying that technology has had a dramatic impact on exploration in the 21st century. Modern day explorers now head out into the field armed with a slew of devices designed to...
by Kraig Becker+ · Published February 5, 2015 · Last modified February 4, 2015
Its no secret that personal drones have become all the rage recently. Everyone from amateur filmmakers to budding RC pilots seem to be enamored with these tiny aircraft which have given us the ability...
The portable Bluetooth speaker market has to be one of the most crowded and competitive in the entire tech industry at the moment. It seems that countless companies are bringing these devices to the...
by Kraig Becker+ · Published January 16, 2015 · Last modified February 2, 2015
There is little doubt that technology has changed the way we travel in recent years. The proliferation of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets has not only provided us with more opportunities to stay...
by Kraig Becker+ · Published December 17, 2014 · Last modified December 31, 2014
If you’re a serious runner, cyclist, or endurance athlete, chances are you have used a heart rate monitor at some point during your training. Heart rate monitors have been around for a long time,...
