Gear geek and long distance trek enthusiast; occasional climber and paddler, aspiring mountaineer, avid runner and yogini. When I'm not adventuring, I'm a neuroscientist and psychotherapist currently based in North Carolina.
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Patagonia Airshed Pro Pullover Review
It’s not often I mess with my layering systems. Over many decades of running, I’ve learned what to wear based on my body that day (they change day to
Patagonia Granite Crest Jacket Review
What hiker doesn’t know the feeling of letting their mind go wherever it wants to while walking really far? That’s what I do most of the time,
Salomon Thundercross Trail Runner Review
This is the second pair of Salmon shoes I’ve reviewed this year, and I’ll say the same thing I said in my last review: I love Salomon running shoes.
Patagonia Nano Air Light Hybrid Hoody Review
Let me just tell you straight up, right off the bat: I love this jacket. I currently spend most of my outdoor time galavanting around the western
BioLite HeadLamp 425 Review
I've been using the same Petzl Zipka headlamp since 2012. Yes, really. It's simple, it doesn't get tangled with any other gear, it's bright enough,
SkyGOAT CAMP Hoodie Review
Ever since moving back east in 2020, I've been slowly revamping my gear collection to be better suited for east coast weather. Namely, moisture.
Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Extreme Insulated Air Sleeping Mat Gear Review
Winter camping. Who's afraid of it? And for what reason? I've met many folx who adore three-season backpacking and simply cannot wait for
Salomon Pulsar Trail Pro Shoe Review
Let me start by saying: I love these shoes. As much as a sane human can love shoes—I love them that much. I am a long-time fan of Salomon, and I've
MSR Hubba Hubba 2-Person Tent Review
As an outdoor enthusiast and admitted gear nerd, I tend to have at least a few different versions of every type of gear: there's the fancy option,
Nemo Disco 30 Degree Sleeping Bag Review
Until this year, I hadn't slept in anything other than a Feathered Friends or Western Mountaineering bag since about 2014. I know those bags. I trust