First there was polypropylene. Then, merino wool. Now… it’s bamboo. Advances in technology allow use to continually improve our clothing and its’ uses in our active endeavors. In the case of bamboo, the inner “pilth” of this hard wooden plant is mixed with a variety of other materials, such as organic cotton or merino wool. The […]
Travel Gear
Gear Review: Eagle Creek Systems Go Duffel Pack 60L
I’ve been on the road now for almost a month, with only one bag to cover a wide range of climates and activities. I didn’t want to use a rolling suitcase as I knew I’d be “off-roading” it more often than not. This has been an excellent opportunity to test out Eagle Creek’s Systems Go […]
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Thermostatic Jacket
I tested out the Mountain Hardwear Thermostatic Jacket this past month and have been pleased with its performance, both in travel and in outdoor recreational uses. I wore it in three distinct situations; As an insulating layer while snowboarding, as an outer layer on an international trip to a warm climate, and as an outer jacket it […]