Details & Distractions
The Benefits of Buying American Made
We all know the term “Made in the USA”, but what does it really mean? Here are some benefits of buying American Made products.
Must-Have Gear for Every Outdoor Adventure
Every good adventure starts with the right preparation. Whether you’re planning a hiking expedition, camping trip, or beach day, having the right g...
3 Sunnies Perfect for Summer Hangs
When Advanced Primate asked my opinion on the best sunglasses for summer, coming from Reno where I swear it’s always sunny, I hopped right on board. Here are 3 of my favorite black rimmed sunnies, set for hopefully a super social summer. I hope you’re all staying safe.
New Year's Resolution: How You Can Make an Impact in 2020
Ah the new year. --Screeeeeeech! Covid happened! Nobody saw that coming. Doesn't matter, this blog still applies.-- A time for reflecting upon the events of the past and looking forward to a future full of exciting new adventures. It’s also a time for making something known as a New Year’s resolution.
The Wickedest Town in the West
As you pull off I-17 toward Cottonwood and Jerome, the road is flat and empty but inexplicably includes 8-10 roundabouts that go nowhere.
Meet the Maker: Gabe from Alpin Mountain Co.
We recently caught up with Gabriel (Gabe) Young, founder of Alpin Mountain Co., a super-fresh, outdoor first, urban-ready backpack company on a sunny afternoon in Truckee, California.
Adventures In Between: 4 of Our Favorite Western Hikes
I love testing my own personal limits in as many amazing places as I can. Unfortunately not many have the time or financial resources to be constan...
700,000 People: Water Positive, Carbon Neutral, and Zero Waste?
I’m certainly not an eco-queen as anyone who knows the cars I prefer would attest, but I might be the recycling princess of my neighborhood. Recycl...
Step One of the Minimalist Transformation: Your Wallet
Remember the first time you saw cargo shorts? The style was genius. Going way beyond the concept of a traditional four pocket layout by adding larg...
Everything in Arizona is Out to Kill You
In this entry, our Vice President Jan shares a story of the journey that led her to her own personal paradise and the (very) important lessons about survival in the desert that she’s picked up along the way.
Choosing the Perfect Backpack, Tote, or Messenger Bag
Every day you fling open the front door and step out of your house setting forth on your next great adventure . . . or maybe you’re just heading of...
The Cultural Revolution of the Roaring 20's
It is ingrained within us as individuals, our hunger for freedom, to fight when our rights are threatened. Imagine sitting at home after a long day...
