Recently, Randall Olson, a well-known data analyst, plotted the most efficient “Great American Road Trip” using an algorithm he designed to “find Waldo” as quickly as possible. In a nutshell, the algorithm finds the most direct route between a specific … Read More
This walk is the reason why I am going to Europe this time around. My dad has been fantasizing about this walk for decades. I feel blessed that I will be able to share it with him! He is one … Read More
Growing up I always associated wool with itchy sweaters, overheating feet, and baggy garments built for box people. All of that changed when I was first introduced to the wonders of merino wool by Icebreaker and Smartwool. I scored my … Read More
When I think about a do-all pant, I imagine myself bungee jumping, rock climbing, sledding, handstand walking, sky diving, running, yoga, back squatting, cooking, kneeling, dancing, and anything else life throws my direction. Basically being Mr. Fancy Pants from that … Read More
I knew I would come across this shoe at one point or another. In my mind, the Speedcross line of trail running shoe has always felt like the badass trail shredder that Salomon has to offer. Whether or not it … Read More
These shoes, or the previous version (and the version before that), have been my main shoe for about the last 4 years. I picked them up as I was transitioning away from barefoot running. I couldn’t actually run barefoot in … Read More
There comes a time in any outdoor-oriented persons life where they realize they need to have all the gear required for extended solo travel. Any gear suited to this purpose needs to be lightweight, efficient, durable, dependable, and compact. No … Read More
When I first came across the Nemo Gogo Elite, I was stunned. I couldn’t wrap my head around the idea of a tent with an inflatable frame that packed down to the size of a grapefruit. What?!? It literally blew … Read More
