There’s just a short time for one more epic hike/bike/outing before Labor Day. And, in order to get the most out of your trip, here are a select group of additions you might want to add before you go.
Swiftwick Pursuit Hike socks
Made of natural Merino wool, they feature an ultra-dry footbed, they don’t slip down, and they regulate temperature year-round. Wicking moisture away from your feet, the crew length sock was the perfect choice. It’s the best my feet have ever felt after a full day of hiking. $21.99 at Swiftwick. Just released!
Swiftwick Pursuit One socks
If it’s cross-training or just a neighborhood walk, my other go-to sock this summer has been the Pursuit One. It’s a short, just above the ankle model, also of four-season Merino wool. It’s soft to the touch and a just barely there feeling while you are out exercising. $17.99 at Swiftwick.
Lewis N. Clark Travel Umbrella
While your socks may keep your feet dry, you might need something to keep everything else dry. If so, this travel umbrella is on sale now at Amazon. $9.34 at Amazon (regularly $18.00)
Marmot Magus rain jacket
Okay, if you are biking, chances are the umbrella won’t work. So, consider the Marmot Magus lightweight waterproof rain jacket with handy breast pocket for your phone. $79.90 at Amazon (regularly $150.00)
Akaso Brave 7 LE action camera
While we are thinking about rain, here’s an action camera that will brave the weather even without its underwater case – the multifunctional 20 MP still and 4-K video Akaso Brave 7 LE action camera. See our whole review here. $139.99 at Amazon.
The Original LensPen
Action photography can get messy, and nothing ruins a photo or video more than a dirty lens. Compact enough to carry anywhere, the Original Lens Pen from Manfrotto, is slightly curved to match the curvature of your lens. Get dust off in the corners with the soft bristle brush. Available for only $9.95 at Manfrotto.
OGIO Renegade R55 Backpack
I’ve been using one of these for about five years now, and I’ve never found anything I’d choose to replace it. Lots of outside pockets and a padded computer sleeve, its great for weekday work or weekend fun. On sale now. $107.38 at Amazon (regularly $149.99)
Director Suite 365
When you get home from your adventure with all your photos and video, what are you going to do with them? There’s an old saying, that no matter how good your pic is when it comes from the camera, it can always use some post-processing to take if from snapshot to awesome art. Available for PC, iOS and smartphone. And there’s no better bargain for post-editing than Cyberlink’s Director Suite 365. Get the whole bundle of software for a one-year price of $89.99 on Amazon. (regularly $129.99)
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