I’ve been wearing the Teva Mush Frio Lace Canvas shoes for the last few weeks and they are my new go to for casual footwear. They are a super-comfortable entry into the new breed of ‘sandals with shoe uppers.’ The ‘Mush’ is Teva’s signature soft, foot-contouring sole. They have the comfort of Sanuk’s with [...]
The Think Tank Airport Security V2.0 rolling camera bag is the answer to the professional/serious amateur’s gear carrying challenge. Think Tank as a brand is considered among many pros as the ultimate in practical, well-made camera protection and transportation products. They consult professionals on every design, and put the feedback directly into their bags and [...]
prAna is known for making great travel and hiking friendly pants. That is why I had such high expectations for the Cadence Cargo Pant. Unfortunately, these pants did not live up to their predecessors in my book. It wasn’t the fabric or construction that bothered me, rather the fit. Before getting to the fit, let’s [...]
The Verona has quickly become a life saver in my transition from grad student to working professional. I used to tote all my must haves in a backpack and have thankfully traded in my heavy pack filled with books and a laptop in for Sherpani’s stylish Verona shoulder bag. The Verona is a generous sized [...]
Perfect for overnight trips when you want to bring a set of work clothes and a set of workout clothes & shoes, I introduce to you the Eagle Creek Traverse Pro 19. I’ve been testing this bag out on a number of overnight work trips as well as some local adventure trips and I am [...]
Backpack, tote, laptop bag? I am not sure how to label the Cambridge bag from Overland Equipment because it is just so versatile! The Cambridge has the ability to be carried like a tote thanks to adjustable loop straps that can be used to carry the bag over one shoulder or tightened up to be [...]
For starters, we loved the name of this bag, The Black Hole! Patagonia allows you to select from three different sizes to determine how big your Black Hole needs to be to match your base camp and travel needs. We tested out the 60L version, however the bag is available in 90L and 120L with [...]
For the traveler that loves adventure, but doesn’t want to mix the dirt, mud, sweat, and water with your clean clothes, the Eagle Creek Hybrid Hauler is a perfect option. With a moderate travel schedule and a knack for getting my clothes, shoes, and gear full of sweat, dirt, and grit, I really like the [...]
New for Spring 2011, Osprey introduces its Active Everyday series. In specific, we have been testing out the Comet backpack. If features it is you like, the Comet might just be the backpack for you. Now I’m not talking about a backpack that has a ton of features that you don’t use, but features that [...]
Contest Below If you find yourself scrambling for specific pieces of gear every time you get ready to go camping, the Kelty Binto Hauler 3 is for you. Binto Hauler is essentially a storage bag measuring 27″ long by 16″ wide by 16″ deep but the magic is in the 3 included organization bins. The bins are [...]
Here at ActiveGearReview we test out backpacks, luggage, expedition bags, and organizational totes to meet any and all of our gear carrying needs. The AGR dogs, Aspen and Suki, are often over looked and have their gear thrown in an extra canvas grocery bag and are forced to eat out of a plastic tote when [...]
While getting into the great outdoors, we sure do get to see a lot of amazing things. We get to see amazing mountain range views, the amazing people around us, animals such as moose, elk, bears, marmots, etc, and a number of other things picture worthy. For the most part, my point and shoot digital [...]
Sure, I’ve often been lectured about the benefits of ‘travel clothes’, packing light and wash n ‘wear. But I never paid attention. Jeans, extra jeans, hiking pants, etc. My mantra is throw it all in the bag and see what you need. That is until I discovered Lole’s aptly named Explore One Pant. I was [...]
Looking for a new pair of pants that not only gives you that outdoor look, but also perform to your outdoor lifestyle standards? I’ve been testing out the Patagonia Retro Grade Pant for the past few months and have been super happy with them so far. I’ve used them for traveling, camping, hiking, and general [...]
When you hear the name Tilley, you typically don’t think of undergarments. Rather, you think about hats, like the Tec-Wool Cap that my partner in crime reviewed a few weeks back. However, much to our surprise, Tilley offers briefs and tanks made from Coolmax® fabric. The Extreme Tank, featured in the photo above, is quick [...]
Whether you’re heading out for a hike or taking the daily adventure to work or school, the Patagonia Chacabuco 32L Pack is a great option. We’ve had the pleasure of testing this pack out the past 3 months through our daily city life as well as our weekend getaways to the mountains. For the city [...]
The Goal0 Elite Sherpa 120 Explorer Kit (Oct 2010 MSRP $829.95) is a no-nonsense solar power and battery kit for those venturing into the backcountry. It includes everything you need to store power, collect solar power, and provide power to most electronic devices. The kit consists of 3 main parts: the Sherpa 120 Power Pack, [...]
I have a cabinet full of reusable grocery bags. Most of them are rather crappy thus I never think to grab them. So I often bring groceries home in a cardboard box or have loose produce rolling around my car. When I grab a bag or two, it’s never enough. I show up at the farmer’s market [...]
Whether you are camping on a hot summer night or a super cold evening above tree line, a sleeping bag liner can make your adventure so much more enjoyable. I’ve been testing out the Cocoon with Outlast and Coolmax Mummy Liner the past few months and it has been a blessing. During the summer months, [...]
In 2009, lilypond, a line of bag’s designed specifically for active women, was launched by parent company fishpond. Fishpond is a well known Colorado based manufacturer within the fly-fishing industry. After a year of success, lilypond is set to release 6 new styles next spring. Fortunately, I was able to check out lilypond’s Desert Willow, [...]
The Crumpler Kransky is a great duffel bag option, whether you’re looking for a bag for an overnighter or your looking for a reliable bag to carry your ski, beach, or gym gear. The Kransky’s material is a water resistant 900D outer and 150D ripstop lining that can handle almost anything you throw in it [...]
The Eddie Bauer First Ascent Maximus series is a nice addition to travel collections for the outdoor enthusiast. The bag was designed for those that want the versatility of being able to carry the bag like a normal piece of luggage and having the option to carry it on your back like a backpack. We [...]
