Category: Reviews
DroneGuard Kit by Lowepro
As a travel video blogger and all around camera gear hound, I have found it necessary to acquire camera bags for specific needs. For example, I have a Lowepro roller that keeps a large amount of gear safe and secure when traveling by air. I have a Lowepro Fastpack backpack...
Read moreIncase Sling Pack GoPro camera bag review
As a travel video blogger and all around camera gear hound, I have found it necessary to acquire camera bags for specific needs. For example, I have a camera bag roller that keeps a large amount of gear safe and secure when traveling by air. I have a bag that...
Read moreStabalize GoPro footage with Feiyu Tech G4 handheld gimbal
As a travel video blogger, I'm always looking at ways to improve the quality of my work. One of those ways, is through stabilization. I have been an aerial quad-copter drone pilot for a while now and have been thoroughly impressed with the the performance of the 3D gimbal in...
Read moreUGOBAGS: Customized Luggage made simple
Have you ever come across a new product and wondered why someone hadn’t thought about it earlier? That happened to me recently when I discovered UGOBAGS, a customized luggage company—as soon as I saw one of their bags, I thought, “now that’s a good idea!” As a perpetual traveler and...
Read moreTop-10 Backpacking essentials
I attended the 2014 Outdoor Retailer show this year and was introduced to a number of really cool products. As an avid outdoors person, I really enjoy camping and backpacking—since the show, I've been testing out a variety of products. Here are some of the best, and, essential backpacking gear...
Read moreMontaras make mole hills out of mountains
Written by: Terri Campbell Initial look at the Womens Ahnu Montara hiking boots Price: $160.00 Model: Montara AF2139 Color: BLACK Material: Leather and swede accents Sizes: 5-11 Features: Padded leather collar and tongue, eVent® breathable waterproof bootie, Rubber toe protector, Vibram® outsole for traction on variety of surfaces. I love...
Read moreAhnu Mendocino boot review
Last month I attended the Outdoor Retailer show in Salt Lake City where I was introduced to a shoe company I’d never heard of before…Ahnu Footwear. A majority of their shoes are for the ladies, but they have a handsome line for men as well, including a few hiking boots. ...
Read moreKeen Marshall Mid-top review
About ten years ago, while perusing the shoe section at REI, I discovered a truly unique sport sandal that I quickly became enamored with...the Newport by Keen Footwear. Over the past decade, Keen has come a long way from their modest foray into the competitive shoe industry. Today, Keen is...
Read moreLowepro Pro Roller x300 review
If you're a photographer and/or videographer like me, there is a good chance you have equipment stowed in multiple bags, often forgetting which bag has your batteries, filters, or other gear you need at a particular moment. As I continue to add to my equipment list, I found that my...
Read moreMaui Jim: Best driving sunglasses
As a road trip blogger, I do a lot of driving. I also spend a good deal of time outdoors, so having a good pair of sunglasses is essential. While sunglasses can be a fashionable accessory, they are also a vital tool in protecting your vision from harmful UV rays—this...
Read moreLowepro review of the Fastpack 350 and SlingShot 202
As an adventure travel blogger who shoots both still and video footage, it’s essential to have access to my equipment at a moments notice. As I hone my skills I continue to obtain more equipment in an effort to improve my work…with that said, I have long since outgrown my...
Read moreSeven Sensational Road Trip items of 2012
In addition to exploring those hidden gems of the road, I’m frequently asked to review travel and road trip related products. I’ve selected seven road trip items that I’ve had a chance to use this past year, most of which you’ve probably never heard of. Each of these seven items...
Read moreCinetics SkatePlate helps stabalize motion video
I have always loved gadgets and tools, especially when they can help me to improve...whether it is a hobbyist activity or in my job. One of the challenges as a road tripper is that space is a commodity, so it's difficult to lug around a lot of equipment. As a...
Read moreMaui Jim ‘Kahuna’ sunglasses review
I have been a Maui Jim sunglasses fan ever since my first pair a few years ago. As I was planning a trip to Puerto Rico I thought...perfect time for a new pair of sunglasses. Maui Jim is well-known for their high quality optics and I really like how the...
Read moreHalf popped, but double delicious
I recently discovered a savory and scrumptious edible you've probably never heard of before....HalfPops. HalfPops (as the name implies) are half popped popcorn kernels that provide a crunchy and flavorful snack...perfect for road trips! HalfPops is a newbie to the snack food scene and currently only have two flavors, butter...
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