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Disclaimer: The team at Peak Design sent me this bag to review; however, all opinions are my own. Summary The Peak Design Travel Backpack is one of the best travel backpacks you can find. It’s a versatile backpack with expandable storage and multiple carry styles that can help you
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Disclaimer: Foehn sent me a pair of the Brise Schoeller Pants to review, but all opinions are my own. Summary A high-quality and highly comfortable pant that checks virtually every box for lightweight travel. If you don’t mind the athletic style, I highly recommend these as one-bag travel pants.
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Summary This is the bag that started it all for me. The Minaal Carry-on 2.0 is a unique ultralight backpack with very few downsides. And after three years of use, it is still the best one-bag travel backpack out there. Buy Now at Minaal ProsConsGreat size, pushes the boundary
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For some, packing for an upcoming trip brings a rush of excitement. Hours away, you’ll be off jet-setting across the world, discovering uncharted lands, eating exotic food, and most importantly, not working. For others, it can actually induce a bit of stress. What should I bring? Am I going
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Summary The Matador SEG42 is a weird bag, but it might be just what you’re looking for. Buy Now at MatadorBuy Now at REI ProsConsBuilt-in packing cubes offer organizationThe carry can get heavyLaptop sleeve, rare for a duffelI almost want to use my own packing cubesGood build qualityZippers are
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Right as I got my first round of vaccinations, I started planning my first trip in over a year. Iceland had just opened back up to vaccinated visitors and since I had never been, it seemed like a no-brainer. So with 28 days to go, I started planning. Before COVID-19,
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Disclaimer: The team at Unbound Merino sent me some gear to review, however all opinions are my own. Summary It’s not cheap, but whether you’re interested in merino wool clothing or are a minimalist packer looking to lighten the load, Unbound Merino is making some fantastic merino wools
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A few weeks ago, I was planning a two-week-long trip to Iceland. It wasn’t your typical trip either; I would be living in a van, camping for the entire time. Doing the whole #vanlife thing was a first for me; typically, most of my travels involve hostels and/or
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Summary In my opinion, the Aer Travel Pack 2 is a bit over-hyped as a one-bag travel backpack. But at a competitive price point, It could be a great option for business travelers or weekend warriors looking for a sleek, minimalist option. Buy Now at Aer ProsConsWaterproof zippersNo dimension in
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The sun is rising, birds are chirping, and you can feel that brisk morning frost on your cheeks. Two things are missing, a morning fire and a hot cup of coffee. Let’s face it, is there anything better than that morning coffee in the woods? To round out that
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After two years, my girlfriend finally saw the light and decided to get on the one-bag travel bandwagon. Pretty early on in our relationship, we took a trip to Ireland over Thanksgiving. Before that trip, I told her she had to pack in a single backpack and that roll-a-boards would
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Summary Lems Waterproof Boulder Boots are a great option for minimalist travelers or barefoot enthusiasts looking for a barefoot hiking boot. Buy Now at Lems Buy Now at Backcountry.com ProConFully waterproofNot great tractionLook like regular boots for the most part.Weird rash happened on my leg near the top