One of my favorite backpack producers, Tortuga backpacks which was formed by fellow travelers, is in the middle of testing and producing an awesome little compressible daypack that that combines old school functionality with new school tech and travel styles. The Tortuga team was kind enough to send me one of their first prototypes of … Read more
Minimalist clothing is an understatement key to a simpler life and easier adventures, while still exuding a classy, stylish attractiveness. Over the past 10 years, I’ve lived everywhere from the corporate boardroom, to the Himalayas, to swanky rooftop bars and everywhere in between, and I love clothing that seamlessly fits in all possible circumstances. Even … Read more
Over the past six months, I’ve tested Lems retro styled, waterproof hiking boot – the Outland. In this Lems Outlander review, I’ll share why this boot is one of my new favorites to round the world adventure and urban travel. My well worn pair of Lems Outlanders, treading through the trails and streets of Asia … Read more
One of the best ways to save money, improve your style, and build a comfortable wardrobe is by selectively investing in minimalist clothing brands and staple wardrobe pieces that exude the essences of simplicity, timeless style, and longevity. By choosing high-quality clothing that delivers minimalist style, versatile function and comfort, but is still durable enough … Read more
The Merino wool hoodie is arguably one of the most versatile, functional, and comfortable pieces of clothing to add to your wardrobe for cool weather travel, minimalist wardrobes and comfort in everyday life. Combining the 100 year old classic hooded sweat shirt (zipper or pullover), with the low maintenance and high performance of ultrafine and … Read more
Surfing is an amazing experience. Sitting atop a peak in the ocean as it thrusts you towards shore is an exciting yet chill rush that’s unlike many other experiences in life. Better yet, it’s healthy, (fairly) cheap, and takes you some of the most beautiful places (and beaches) on our planet. Thanks to the new … Read more
Surfing is an amazing experience. Whether you’ve been at it for days, months, or years, the experience of catching waves is unlike any other activity. It’s healthy, cheap, builds an amazing body, gets you outside, and (if you’re a traveler) can take you to some amazing places. One of the few things better than a … Read more
Crossfit, like any high intensity interval training (HIIT) and cross training, is an excellent approach to staying healthy, fit, and mobile with minimal time and equipment. With the fat burning, muscle building benefits, it’s hard to find a better approach to fitness than these quick, hard, and fast workouts. Unfortunately, most people don’t have the … Read more
When wandering, nomading, and traveling around the world, picking the right luggage can be tough. Backpacks are a comfortable and convenient choice world travel and adventures, perfect when you’re moving frequently and need luggage that is convenient to carry. But for trips wherein you’re moving less, need more space, and need a more convenient packing … Read more
Finding a single backpack perfect for “one bag” travel but still solidly suited to be an everyday bag is a tough task. Few travel bags have the storage space, organization, zippered pockets, comfy yet stowable harness system, and other perks that make a good travel bag – while still being small and manageable enough to … Read more