Holiday Gift Guide - Sarah’s Picks
Ah, the hip new bag you keep seeing all over your Instagram feed! The 16L Fjallraven Kanken is so much more than an iconic, trendy accessory, though, and it’s certainly not new. In fact, the pack has been around helping distribute book weight on the backs of young Swedish students since 1978. In ever-Swedish style, this bag embraces thoughtful minimalism. Fjallraven describes it as, “the perfect backpack for everyday adventure,” and that it is. It’s a great size for toting around your laptop, gym clothes and wallet without adding much weight. Offered in nearly every color under the sun, you’re sure to find one that speaks to your unique style.
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Holiday Gift Guide - Susan’s Picks
No trees? No problem! The Eno Billow inflatable couch is especially built for the outdoors, which means great durability – triple-stitched nylon and dual-layer construction- complete with stakes, a patch kit and a carrying case. Save your breath – inflation is as easy as catching a breeze and folding the end.
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Holiday Gift Guide - Marty’s Picks
Incredibly warm, virtually weightless and Everest Base Camp Trek-tested, the Mountain Equipment Dewline Vest tops our list this holiday season. Using the brands highest quality down – Down Codex – and superior water resistance, the Dewline is great as a mid-layer or outer layer in cold temperatures. The cut is well executed and offers even more customization with a dual drawcord in the hemline. We love the price point, too, at just $150!
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Holiday Gift Guide - Debra’s Picks
The Woolrich Double Face Grey Poncho uses 100% fine grade soft wool. Made in the USA, this piece is as versatile as it is fashionable. Debra especially loves how this piece fits her – comfortably loose yet flattering. Checkered a fair grey and ivory on one side and an irresistibly gorgeous solid lush grey on the other, this piece is as perfect for a date night out on the town as it is an evening in on the couch fireside.
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The Everest Base Camp Series: What are you, some kind of burly mountain man?
In mid-September, a small group of us are setting off to Nepal for a once-in-a-lifetime trek: Everest Base Camp. Altitude: 17,590. At first thought, the idea was intimidating. After all, Everest is inarguably the most well-known mountain summit in the world; who are we to think we can manage that, even if just 17,590ft of the 29,000 available?
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Let’s Talk About Fancy Pants
If given the choice, what pants would you wear to go for an afternoon walk? Would it matter if it was cold or hot, wet or dry, windy or calm or would you just take out your favorite jeans and go?
We have shopped with you in mind, again! We have scoured the vendors and have selected a wide array of options for you to consider.
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Things we’ve worn in the shower
Without having spent much time parsing through mountains of National Weather Service data, it sure feels like one of the rainiest seasons we’ve had in recent memory. Being outdoor enthusiasts, the weather of late has presented us with challenges that we’ve had to navigate to get outside and enjoy it (keyword: enjoy).
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Why We Pro-Test: Part 2
Fjallraven, Canada Goose, Garmin, Woolrich, Lole, GoPro and ENO are names you may be familiar with but perhaps don't recognize the depths of awesomeness these brands have. Did you know that ENO now makes an LED hammock or that Canada Goose has lighter weight and weather-ready spring wear? Did you know that Fjallraven has fast become one of our store’s favorite for their quality and design?
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Why We Pro-Test: Part 1
“There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.” This expression is either a Swedish or Norwegian (maybe even German) saying. We live these words here in Wisconsin where extreme temps range from -25F in Winter to over 100F in summer and where winds can gust over 65mph or more in a local tornado or wind shear or where black ice is common place as are sandals that can be enjoyed for months (so long as you have the right mosquito repellent for your summertime enjoyment).
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