If you didn't know, UpaDowna is a tiny but MIGHTY nonprofit with one full-time Executive Director, a handful of hourly staff members, a kick-ass volunteer board of directors and a BUNCH of BADASSADORS who volunteer to help when needed! UpaDowna…
Recently, I was preparing for a six week camping road trip to the Pacific northwest, and had already been researching battery power units when the myCharge Portable Power Outlet showed up in the mail. I was originally looking into larger…
Along the line of comfort/vehicle based camper accessories the GSI Pinnacle Camper Cookware set is a great addition if you're looking to upgrade your current set up. In this Halulite set you will find a 3L pot, 2L pot, Frying…
Company Story I’ve never encountered a company like goodr. Creators of something beautifully simple, they focus on making sunglasses, and dang good sunglasses at that. They are a wonderfully outrageous company, and I think its awesome. Started back in 2015,…
Topographical maps are one of my favorite designs. The way the lines ebb and flow, the unique shaping and appearance, it is really amazing to me. A good friend of mine knew of my fondness for topographical products, so he…
I’ve been riding the Altra train for quite a while. The first time I ever really ran on trails it was in a pair of the Altra Lone Peaks 2.0’s in Tucson, Arizona. I initially had mixed feelings, mainly because…
For years I have struggled to find the right gear for my needs, and this is primarily because I am a closet minimalist but I also like so many different actives it is often hard to find the perfect piece…
Beer tends to get a bad rap sometimes. You hear it labeled as “empty calories” or “liquid carbs” a lot, but it has also been something slightly out of reach of people who experience a gluten intolerance or dietary…
Self-care and recovery have become a high priority as I get older. I’m still fairly young, but I’ve put my body through the ringer over the past 30 years and I’ve realized I don’t bounce back quite as quick as…
We got a quick review for you this week! I was on vacation in Florida last week, so we've got a special Florida-edition review for you: My wife and I set up camp on Anna Maria Island, just off the…