by Doug | Oct 8, 2012 | Blog, Tech, Gadgets & Gear
That’s been the experience of far too many travelers when trying to over-stuff their suitcases. And it’s usually a formula for disaster. Over-stuffed bags are the primary cause of broken zippers – often at the most inopportune times. Briggs and Riley heard the curses...
by Doug | Aug 3, 2012 | Blog, Tech, Gadgets & Gear
H20 to go – water purification for travelers “You can’t be too careful” really applies when traveling in underdeveloped countries or even in the great outdoors. Water purity is an issue that has caused 20-50% of travelers to report intestinal problems. Most all...
by Doug | Jul 6, 2012 | Blog, Tech, Gadgets & Gear
I was just introduced to Hincapie cycling apparel this year, but this last journey made me a lifelong convert. My plans included biking five Canadian cities; Windsor, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Jonquiere. I had 10 days to get in as much riding as possible. Not...
by Doug | Mar 9, 2012 | Blog, Tech, Gadgets & Gear
Serious listening pleasure in a fun-looking pair of headphones that helps the planet What can you not like about a pair of headphones that sound great, look cool and come from a company who’s serious about helping the planet and its people? The House of Marley has...
by Doug | Mar 8, 2012 | Blog, Tech, Gadgets & Gear
Duluth Trading Flex Fire Hose work pants designed for tradesmen, great for any active person Active tradesmen need heavy-duty work pants, but those pants have a reputation of being uncomfortable and inflexible. That’s part of the reason outdoor hikers, climbers,...
by Doug | Feb 13, 2012 | Blog, Tech, Gadgets & Gear
The perfect liner to use to keep a sleeping bag clean or to use in a hostel or budget hotel Traveling recently to both Zimbabwe and India, I wasn’t sure what type sleeping arrangements I might encounter, so I was looking for something lightweight and compact to take...
