Brenthaven Pacific Backpack

Although the full product name is the Brenthaven Pacific Backpack for MacBook, we figured it couldn’t hurt to review one, even though we didn’t have a MacBook on hand. We were interested in Brenthaven due to the combination of good design and outstanding warranty, along with their sustainability efforts. In a world where many companies … Read more

Enduracool Instant Cooling Mesh Towel

Cleaning out my backpack the other day, I found my Enduracool Instant Cooling Mesh Towel. Oops. I received this for review back around early July, and used it quite a bit during the summer. But as the weather cooled, it got misplaced. I’m certain that if I hadn’t dug it out last week, I’d be … Read more

Ledge Pants On Kickstarter

Peter Kirk, of Ledge Pants, who currently has a campaign going on Kickstarter, certainly knew how to get my attention. His pitch is pants that you can wear to work and play, and they do equally well at both. More work-appropriate than jeans, but less geeky than typical khakis. Stretchy too, which comes in handy … Read more

HeadSweats Long Bill Hat

The Headsweats Long Bill hat being reviewed here is from is a company which offers technically advanced head gear for outdoor activities. Alan Romick created the HeadSweats brand out of frustration in 1998. At the time, nothing did a good job of keeping heavy sweat, sunscreen, and weird sunburn patterns from his head. Rooted in … Read more

Ahnu Sugarpine Waterproof Low Hiker

Function and fashion in a light hiker? That’s the Ahnu Sugarpine. Waterproof plus plenty of traction in a comfortable shoe that looks as good around town as it performs on the trail. Ahnu packs a lot of footwear technology into their Sugarpine. Vibram® is well known for their grippy outsoles, and the one found on … Read more