Gear Review: La Sportiva TX3 Approach Shoe For Hiking

Gear Review: La Sportiva TX3 Approach Shoe For Hiking

The TX3 is an approach shoe from La Sportiva that rides like a trail runner, yet provides the protection of a light hiker. With a breathable polyester mesh upper, a stable injected EVA midsole, and a super sticky Vibram MegaGrip outsole, there is a lot to love about the TX3.

Gear Review: Sony FE 28mm f/2 Lens Travel Hiking

Gear Review: Sony FE 28mm f/2 Lens

The Sony FE 28mm f/2 is a fast wide-angle lens built for use on Sony’s full frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. The images I’ve been able to get using this 28mm gem rival the output of lenses two and three times more expensive. 

Gear Review Sony 16-35mm Vario-Tessar T FE F4 ZA OSS E-Mount Lens

Gear Review: Sony Zeiss 16-35mm Vario-Tessar FE F/4 ZA OSS E-Mount Lens

The Sony Zeiss 16-35mm Vario-Tessar f/4 is a zoom lens built for Sony’s full frame mirrorless camera lineup. Featuring a wide angle zoom range, a weather resistant solid metal build, and optical image stabilization, the Sony 16-35mm is a dream come true for travel photographers. I recently took this lens with me to Iceland as my only option, and will detail my experience in this review. 

The Ultimate Hiking Gear Guide For Women

The Ultimate Hiking Gear Guide For Women

Many women have asked about what gear Julia carries in her bag. In this post, she’ll give you a fully categorized list for the ultimate hiking gear guide for women.

Gear Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2400 Southwest Backpack

Gear Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2400 Southwest Backpack

The Hyperlite Mountain Gear (HMG) 2400 Southwest is an ultralight backpack that’s perfectly suited for nearly all hiking and backpacking activities. In this review, I’ll be covering the build and design of the HMG 2400 Southwest, as well as detailing my hiking and backpacking experience from six months of use. 

Gear Review: KUHL Spyfire Down Hoodie

Gear Review: KUHL Spyfire Down Hoodie

The KUHL Spyfire Down Hoodie is a stylish and lightweight jacket with loads of comfort and features. In this review I’ll cover the fabric and build of the Spyfire, as well as provide my thoughts and opinions on it’s performance out in the field.

Gear Review: My Trail Co Storm UL Rain Jacket

Gear Review: My Trail Co. Storm UL Rain Jacket

The My Trail Co Storm UL Jacket is an ultralight 10oz waterproof rain coat built to handle everything from light rains to heavy downpours. In this review, I will document my experience with the My Trail Co Storm UL Rain Jacket.

Gear Review: FreeVision VILTA 3-Axis Gimbal for GoPro HERO5/4/3

The FreeVision VILTA is a 3-axis gimbal designed for use with the GoPro Hero 3, 4, and 5. I’ve been using the FreeVision VILTA on most of my latest hikes, and will focus this review on applications for hiking, trail running, and backpacking. 

Gear Review: La Sportiva Wildcat Hiking Backpacking Trail Running

Gear Review: La Sportiva Wildcat

The La Sportiva Wildcat is a trail shoe that’s well tuned for hiking, trail running, and backpacking. The Wildcat combines a sticky and versatile outsole with a well cushioned midsole for a solid base that will handle a wide variety of trail conditions. The breathable nylon mesh upper offers good protection without inhibiting breathability too much.

Gear Review: Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL 3 Tent

Gear Review: Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Tent

The Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 is a lightweight three person tent that’s perfect for camping and backpacking. With a packaged weight of 3lbs 14oz, this is one of the lightest freestanding three person tents on the market. In this review I will detail my experience with the HV UL3 alongside an overview of the tent’s specs and performance.