Travel Gear

While shopping for a down sleeping bag, jacket, quilt, comforter, or pillow you may have noticed that there are two different types of down available. This guide outlines the pros and cons…

When putting together a cold-weather clothing layering system, you have a number of fabrics and insulation materials to choose from. Should you wear a fleece, wool sweater, down puffer jacket, or all…

It’s important to always be prepared for poor weather. Whether you’re hiking, bicycle touring, or traveling, you need to pack rain gear. After all, if you get drenched in a storm and…

By packing lightweight and quality gear with multiple uses, you can greatly reduce the weight and volume of your travel backpack. The end goal in switching to an ultralight style of travel…

I bought the Kelty Cosmic 20 degree down sleeping bag on Amazon to use for hiking, travel, and bicycle touring. I needed a bag that was light enough for backpacking, warm enough…

I bought the Osprey Talon 44 Hiking Backpack from Amazon about 8 years ago in preparation for my first solo trip. Since then, I have used this backpack for months at a…

I bought the Eagle Creek Silk money belt from Amazon about 8 years ago before my first solo trip. I have worn this money belt for months at a time traveling through…

I bought the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL 1 Tent about 3 years ago in preparation for my first bicycle tour. Since then, I’ve probably spent over 100 nights in it.…

I bought the Casio Sport Watch W800H-1AV on Amazon in 2011 just before my first backpacking trip abroad. I knew I needed a reliable watch to keep track of time for train…

The Sawyer Mini is a minimalist water filter that is perfect for hiking, bicycle touring, and travel. It is incredibly lightweight, affordable, versatile, and reliable. I have used mine to filter water…