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Tortuga Outbreaker Backpack Review

Disclaimer: The team at Tortuga sent me this backpack to review; however, all opinions are my own. Summary A big, burly backpack that can comfortably carry a ton of kit. It brings the best features of a suitcase and a hiking backpack together.  If you’re transitioning from a  suitcase

Tortuga Outbreaker Backpack
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Injinji Toe Socks Review

Disclaimer: The team at Injinji sent me this bag to review; however, all opinions are my own. Summary If you’re looking for a good pair of hiking or backpacking socks to help prevent blisters and help your feet out, give Injinji toe socks a look. Buy Now at REIBuy

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Peak Design Travel Backpack Review

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

Peak Design Travel Backpack
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Foehn Brise Pant Review – Made for Ultralight Travel??

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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The Minaal Carry-on 2.0 Review: The Best One-Bag Travel Backpack?

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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5 Essential Pieces of Travel Kit to Bring on Every Trip

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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Matador SEG42 Backpack Review

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

Matador SEG42 Review
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Iceland Itinerary and Trip Recap: May 2021

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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Unbound Merino Wool Review

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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Merino wool, is it worth the hype?

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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