The Salomon X Ultra has been updated to version 3 for 2017. Building on the success of the X Ultra 2, Salomon has made a few minor improvements to the upper that make for a much better fitting hiking shoe. The midsole and outsole go largely unchanged, which will come as good news to most of us that wore the X Ultra 2.
The Joe Nimble trailToes are minimalist trail shoes built on a zero drop platform with a protective and secure fitting upper. I’ve been testing the Joe Nimble trailToes over the past few weeks, and will share my thoughts in this review.
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.Â
A road trip around Iceland’s Ring Road is a bucket list dream adventure for many travelers. Planning for a Ring Road vacation can leave one feeling a bit overwhelmed, so in this guide, I’ve organized everything you’ll need to get the most out of your Ring Road adventure.Â
Once I became pregnant, my main question was, “How do I keep doing the things I used to do with a child?” If you’ve ever had these same thoughts, here are 5 gear items that will help you get outside with your new baby.
This 21 mile loop hike strings together my favorite trails and mountain peaks in the San Gabriel mountains. Starting on the Bear Canyon Trail, you’ll climb 5,848ft to the summits of West Baldy and Mt. Baldy. From there, you’ll hit Mt. Harwood before finishing off on the 3 T’s trail with Thunder Mountain, Telegraph Peak, and Timber Mountain.
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.
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.Â
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.
Falling Rock Canyon is a strenuous Class 2 off-trail hike accessed from the Icehouse Canyon trailhead. In this guide, I will provide photos, maps, a GPX file, and a trip report for a hike of Falling Rock Canyon to Sugar Loaf Peak and Ontario Peak.