Jackery Solar Generator 1000 Review
A decade ago, charging and powering electronics in the wilderness was not a simple affair and often would require large, noisy, and messy gas generators. Same goes for adding power to a camper van,...
Author: Jesse
RedShift Shockstop Suspension Seatpost Review
There is something funny about reviewing a product type that has been around for a while but until recently had mainly pretty poor options available. Suspension seat posts fit into this category. As bikes...
Peak Design Everyday Sling 10L V2 Review
Peak Design has rightfully garnered a reputation for stylish camera and everyday carry gear with thoughtful and unique features and recently they launched Version 2 of many of their bags. I had the original...
Spyder Jagged GTX Shell Jacket Review
Boulder-based apparel maker Spyder has a long standing reputation for performance gear with a distinct look. Until recently, they skewed more towards the racing world and a more technical appearance. With their new Freeski...
Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L Review
Camera and travel gear maker Peak Design is one of the great success stories of the modern Kickstarter economy and I’ve been fortunate to use and review a number of their products since they...
Sportube Toaster Elite Heated Gear and Boot Bag Review
With any sport, managing and storing your gear is something that can be a less then enjoyable experience. Thankfully, companies like Sportube exist to improve this. One of their specialties is ski and snowboard...
Mammut Stoney Hardshell Pants Review
If you are someone who spends a lot of time on ski mountains and loves skiing powder, a good pair of bib pants are a necessity in my opinion. The Mammut Stoney pants are...
Mammut Eigerjoch Hybrid Insulated Jacket Review
In summary, I truly love the Mammut Eigerjoch Hybrid Jacket and give it a strong recommendation. Like all Mammut gear I’ve tested, the quality is very high and the design is extremely functional. This jacket is warm and weather resistant enough to serve as a light outer layer in most situations and breathable and flexible enough to be a nice mid layer under a shell. It feels and looks great and has exceptional mobility for a variety of activities. At $325, the Mammut Eigerjoch Hybrid Jacket doesn’t come cheap, but when you consider that you are essentially getting two pieces of apparel in one, the value proposition starts making more sense. I highly recommend checking it out either online or at your local Mammut dealer.
Gregory Citro 25 Backpack Review
The Gregory Citro 25 Backpack is a 25 liter pack designed for day hikes and approaches on hot days. It utilizes some of the company’s premium harness features to create a pack that is...
MindShift Gear BackLight 18L Camera Backpack Review
Good camera backpacks can be hard to come by because they all make various trade-offs while accomplishing the task of transporting your gear. Some sacrifice accessibility for capacity while others have poor load carrying...
Urban Armor Gear Plyo Series Phone Case
Note: I tested the Galaxy Note 8 version of this case but it is also available for the iPhone 6/7/8 and some other phones. My needs for a smartphone case are fairly simple; drop...
JBL Flip 4 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker Review
The JBL Flip 4 is really an amazing little bit of technology, combining great sound, impressive volume, versatility in the form of IPX7 waterproofing, and useful features like voice assistant integration, a speakerphone, and the ability to link multiple speakers together. All this adds up to an exceptional option that makes it one of the best portable bluetooth speakers available today. At between $90 and $100 depending on where you pick it up, the Flip 4 is more expensive then a lot of the Chinese brands you’ll find on Amazon but the payback is a full featured product backed by a company with a lot of experience in the audio industry and I believe it’s worth the money. Find out more at JBL.com.
Kuat NV 2.0 Hitch Mount Bike Rack Review
Kuat changed the game in the hitch-mounted bike rack segment with its original NV rack and quickly became the gold standard in this market. Platform style racks have existed for a while but they’ve...
Smith Rover Mountain Bike Helmet Review
Smith has always made some of the best ski and snowboard helmets on the market and a few years ago they entered the discussion for best mountain bike helmet with the Forefront. The Forefront...
SILCA T-Ratchet and Ti-Torque Kit Cycling Multi-Tool Review
The SILCA T-Ratchet and Ti-Torque Kit is an elegant and effective solution to most of your on the road/trail adjustment needs. It is an incredibly well-made, versatile tool that can be used in a variety of ways to fit your situation. The Ti-Torque allows precise measurement of tightening force so that you don’t damage any of your expensive carbon components and it covers the Nm range of 99% of bike adjustments you’d make on a ride. SILCA built this thing to last and the included case gives you a great indication of its premium quality. At $98, the T-Ratchet and Ti-Torque Kit is a serious investment for a tool, but considering the thousands it can save you on a cracked bike frame, it’s well worth the price. Find out more at silca.cc.
Assos H.Rally Cargo Shorts S7 and H.Rally Boxer Mountain Bike Shorts S7
The H.rallycargoShorts and H.rallyBoxer are extremely well-made, comfortable, high performing mountain bike shorts for all types of riders. A range of premium materials are used to allow the shorts to stretch and move with you, while being durable and breathable. The sign of a great mountain bike short is not noticing them and that is exactly how I felt through my H.rallycargoShorts and H.rallyBoxer review. The zippers at the waist and legs are a standout feature for adjusting fit and the removable impactPads give a nice bit of added protection without any real sacrifice. At $119 for the H.rallyBoxer and $199 for the H.rallycargoShorts, you definitely pay a premium for Assos’s superior products. That said, if you spend a lot of time riding, the added comfort can really be worth it on a long ride and I definitely suggest adding them to your arsenal. See assos.com for more information.
Adidas Progressor C Goggles Review
The Adidas Progressor C goggles offer great vision and an excellent lens changing system but struggle in some basic areas. Fit is key with any goggle you wear all day and the Progressor C will only fit the widest of faces well. A too-rigid frame and non-conforming face foam lead to a less comfortable feel than some competitors. On a good note, the Quick-Shift Lenspod System is a great way to quickly change out lenses without fiddling around. If you have a very wide face and are looking to save a little over the top of the line options from the likes of Smith and Oakley, give the Progressor C a try. Otherwise, I’d keep looking.
VivoBarefoot Scott Boot Review
VivoBarefoot has been making wonderful options for those, like me, who prefer to wear minimally built shoes that give your feet lots of room to move and feel the ground in a natural way. ...
