Honorable Mentions We try a lot of bags! Here are others that just did not earn a place in our top picks. Photograph: Martin Cizmar Carl Friedrik Carry-On for $545: This British brand positions itself as a quiet luxury bag. It has a distinctive appearance, with leather accents and typicalContinue Reading
Running shorts come in a wide variety of styles. Shorter shorts tend to be suited to shorter, faster runs, while two-in-one shorts and longer lengths are often used for longer distances and trails. You may find that there’s a lot of crossover. Long inseams and superlight fabrics are now suitableContinue Reading
There’s now an entire subcategory of small, pocketable camera drones built just for capturing selfies, and ZeroZero Robotics’ HoverAir X1 ProMax might be the most assured, impressive model in it. It’s effortlessly portable, making even the likes of the DJI Mini 4 Pro seem bulky. Weighing just 6.79 ounces withContinue Reading
Honorable Mentions Photograph: Adrienne So Linus Roadster for $349: We tried the 20-inch Roadster and it’s a little kids’ bike, with coaster brakes and no gears. The reach is also a little far for a 7-year-old. However, it is a beautiful bike, with an aluminum alloy frame and gorgeous, veganContinue Reading
Honorable Mentions bkr Spiked Big Bottle 1L for $60: Glass water bottles remain the cleanest, nontoxic, and greenest choice. Bkr’s signature silicone protects the glass from shattering but also adds an edgy, grippy texture. It won’t dent or clang against surfaces, and if you drop it in a crowded room,Continue Reading
Merino wool is a super fiber. The best merino wool clothing somehow manages to be comfortable in 95-degree-Fahrenheit heat, and merino base layers keep you warm well below freezing. Unlike synthetic fibers derived from petroleum, merino wool is natural and renewable. Merino wool’s versatility means there’s a bewildering array ofContinue Reading
I spend most of my winter weekends in Colorado snowboarding at resorts around the state. The best part for me is the social aspect—there is no tea hotter than that spilled on the chairlift. But if you’ve ever been skiing or snowboarding, you know that sometimes communication is limited, likeContinue Reading
I also loved going green. Sure, I occasionally felt smug about it, but mostly it just felt like the right thing to do, especially considering that Washington state where I live is majority hydroelectric. I kept up my usage, doing my regular Costco and MacPherson’s runs, noticing a few thingsContinue Reading
Buying the most feature-packed, premium priced walking boots does not guarantee you a comfortable fit. A good pair of hiking boots should be snug, but never tight, and remain comfortable no matter how far you roam. Here’s how to dial in the perfect fit. Know your size: Specialist retailers willContinue Reading
Honorable Mentions Photograph: Adrienne So Radio Flyer Via Pro for $2,599: Editor Julian Chokkattu could not have had a better experience than this easy-to-use and easy-to-assemble class 2 electric cargo bike. For more info, check out our guide to the Best Electric Cargo Bikes. Aventon Ramblas for $2,899: Aventon madeContinue Reading
