Getting excited about a new product from a company is not something that I typically find myself doing, but in the case of Bluffworks, I've made an exception. I've already reviewed both their Original Travel Pants and their Chino Pants, and if you've read said reviews, then you know where this is
Bluffworks Chino Pants Review
The Bluffworks Chino Pants. They cover your legs and provide a level of modesty suitable for most formal events and occasions where revealing one's leg skin would not be very appropriate (or for just hiding your awesome and/or regrettable tattoos). Long did I scour the globe and the internet for the
Mountain Hardwear Chockstone Shorts Review
Despite all the time I've spent tramping around in the mountains, I have had some difficulty finding a pair of shorts (or pants) that I am really excited about and can really recommend to others. The cold usually doesn't bother me too much, so in the absence of aggressive insect swarms, shorts
Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Down Jacket Review
Want to stay warm outdoors, but don't want to carry that heavy incompressible wool sweater your least favorite relative got you for your birthday last year? Looking to keep up with the latest and greatest fashions in the outdoor industry? Just feel more comfortable knowing that you have a bunch of
Darn Tough Hiker 1/4 Sock Cushion Review
When I began the Pacific Crest Trail I was offered free socks from KEEN, and thought to myself, "great, socks (supposedly) made for thru-hikers, that's one less thing to think about adding to my gear list." It turns out that KEEN's socks are terrible, and after only 180 mi / 290 km I had worn
Bluffworks Original Pants Review
Prior to departing for an open-ended jaunt around Europe, I realized that my backpack lacked a pair of pants suitable for my intended adventure. If hiking the Pacific Crest Trail had taught me anything it was that just because you can bring something with you, it doesn't mean you should (that, and
PCT Sponsorships: KEEN
I have since updated my stance on KEEN and their supposed "sponsorship" of my Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike. Find out the truth here. A 2,600 walkthrough bear-infested wilderness provides the ultimate stage for testing and evaluating backpacking gear. Fortunately KEEN, a footwear company based in
Brazilian Beach Etiquette: How To Blend In
Let's face it - it won't be a secret that you are a gringo in Brazil. It is fairly obvious separating the locals from the tourists, but the process becomes even easier at the beach. Luckily, by following the simple code of Brazilian beach etiquette you will be able to (attempt) to blend in amongst