Gear | Terradrift | Sustainable Gear and Adventure https://terradrift.com/category/gear-reviews/ Hiking, Camping, Backpacking, and Travel Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:02:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://terradrift.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/favicon-150x150.png Gear | Terradrift | Sustainable Gear and Adventure https://terradrift.com/category/gear-reviews/ 32 32 146052273 Sustainable Duffel Bags: Your Guide to 4 of Our Fave Travel Bags https://terradrift.com/sustainable-duffel-bags-your-guide-to-our-fave-travel-bags/ https://terradrift.com/sustainable-duffel-bags-your-guide-to-our-fave-travel-bags/#respond Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:29:18 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=14696 If there’s one piece of gear we’ve come to appreciate most in the last couple of years, it’s the not-so-humble duffel bag. Versatile, durable, and endlessly useful, duffels have become essential companions for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. In this guide, we'll take a closer look at four rad, more sustainable duffel bags that are designed for travel and adventure.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/sustainable-duffel-bags-your-guide-to-our-fave-travel-bags/feed/ 0 14696 How to Travel with a Bike by Air (And Two Rad Travel Bags Perfectly Suited for the Task) https://terradrift.com/how-to-travel-with-a-bike-and-two-bike-travel-bags/ https://terradrift.com/how-to-travel-with-a-bike-and-two-bike-travel-bags/#respond Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:50:52 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=14828 Ever wanted to travel with your bike to a cool mountain bike (or gravel bike, or road bike) destination, but didn't because you looked at the cost of renting a decent steed for the week and had a low-grade heart attack? Fortunately, road trips aren't the only option if you want to travel with a bike: you can absolutely fly with a bike, too. Yes, fly with your bike. As in, check it as luggage when you’re jetting from one destination to another on a commercial airline. Exciting stuff, right? So we're gonna break down how to do it, what to expect, and then compare two excellent bike travel bags so you can take your bike with you the next time you fly to a place with gnarly single track to shred!

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]]> https://terradrift.com/how-to-travel-with-a-bike-and-two-bike-travel-bags/feed/ 0 14828 3 of the Best Sustainable Rain Jackets for Hiking this Spring and Summer 2024 https://terradrift.com/the-best-sustainable-rain-jackets-for-hiking/ https://terradrift.com/the-best-sustainable-rain-jackets-for-hiking/#respond Tue, 16 Apr 2024 17:46:05 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=13999 You know what they say about April showers (don't make me repeat the rhyme...)! But if you love the outdoors, you can't let a little precipitation ruin your plans. Heck no! Just don a rugged rain jacket and get out there to play (whether that involves walking your dog around the park or summiting the nearest fourteener. But not all rain jackets are created equal, when it comes to performance, but also sustainability. So ditch the rain gear with PFAS, and if it's time to replace your tattered old jacket, choose one of these more sustainable rain jackets instead.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/the-best-sustainable-rain-jackets-for-hiking/feed/ 0 13999 LiteAF ECOPAK 40L Curve Full Suspension https://terradrift.com/liteaf-ecopak-40l-curve-full-suspension-ultralight-backpack/ https://terradrift.com/liteaf-ecopak-40l-curve-full-suspension-ultralight-backpack/#respond Thu, 11 Apr 2024 22:03:59 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=14263 It’s fun, it’s funky, it’s ultralight! It’s the LiteAF ECOPACK 40L Curve ultralight backpack! But we test a lot of ultralight gear here at Terradrift, so what makes THIS pack so special? It’s super durable and functional.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/liteaf-ecopak-40l-curve-full-suspension-ultralight-backpack/feed/ 0 14263 Deuter Speed Lite CV 23: A Super Lightweight Daypack! https://terradrift.com/deuter-speed-lite-cv-23-super-lightweight-daypack/ https://terradrift.com/deuter-speed-lite-cv-23-super-lightweight-daypack/#respond Tue, 26 Mar 2024 19:18:26 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=14234 I'm very particular about my backpacks. I want the perfect balance of exterior pockets, interior organizational space, packability, and comfort. And I want to to not weigh much. I don't think that's too much to ask. And yeah, I want it to be sustainable as well. So, I was pretty stoked when I got to test the Deuter Speed Lite CV. Specifically the 23L SL version, which is the women's-specific model. There's also a 25 L unisex version. And frankly, I'm pretty impressed. Honestly, this backpack might just be my new favorite daypack.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/deuter-speed-lite-cv-23-super-lightweight-daypack/feed/ 0 14234 An Epic Travel Backpack or an Epic Dud? The Matador SEG28 Review https://terradrift.com/an-epic-travel-backpack-or-an-epic-dud-the-matador-seg28-review/ https://terradrift.com/an-epic-travel-backpack-or-an-epic-dud-the-matador-seg28-review/#respond Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:53:33 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=13851 I freaking love a good travel bag. Especially one that prioritizes organization. I travel too often to use luggage that doesn't keep all my stuff together and in its place. So when I got a look at the Matador SEG28 travel backpack, I had to try it. Here's what I thought.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/an-epic-travel-backpack-or-an-epic-dud-the-matador-seg28-review/feed/ 0 13851 A Waterproof Barefoot Hiking Boot?! This is the Xero Shoes Scrambler Mid II Waterproof https://terradrift.com/xero-shoes-scrambler-mid-ii-waterproof-barefoot-hiking-boots/ https://terradrift.com/xero-shoes-scrambler-mid-ii-waterproof-barefoot-hiking-boots/#respond Thu, 14 Mar 2024 17:51:00 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=13846 You know w're all about barefoot shoes here at Terradrift. We love barefoot adventure sandals, trail runners, and absolutely waterproof barefoot hiking boots. So when Xero Shoes dropped their shiny new Scrambler Mid II Waterproof (it's brand new this week) we had to test out a pair to see just how barefoot–and waterproof–they really are.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/xero-shoes-scrambler-mid-ii-waterproof-barefoot-hiking-boots/feed/ 0 13846 Our Favorite New Sustainable Ski Kit Is Here. And It. Is. Lit. https://terradrift.com/our-favorite-new-sustainable-ski-kit/ https://terradrift.com/our-favorite-new-sustainable-ski-kit/#respond Thu, 07 Mar 2024 21:26:04 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=13575 The minute I donned my crisp new bibs and jacket, I knew they were gonna rock. The materials were top notch, they left room for layering, and daaaang, they looked good. Plus: the pockets! But it wasn't until after hours of skiing in below-freezing temps that I realized just how awesome this new kit was. So yes, as we near the end of the season, I finally found my favorite new ski kit. Here's why it's so rad, from fit and functionality to sustainability an material technology.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/our-favorite-new-sustainable-ski-kit/feed/ 0 13575 Stay Connected for More Fun on the Slopes? We Tested the Cardo Packtalk Outdoors to Find Out. https://terradrift.com/is-the-cardo-packtalk-outdoor-intercom-system-worth-it/ https://terradrift.com/is-the-cardo-packtalk-outdoor-intercom-system-worth-it/#respond Tue, 27 Feb 2024 15:33:13 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=13464 Anybody who’s ever played outside with me knows I love to chat. Whether I’m snowboarding, cycling, hiking, or kayaking, being outdoors is just another opportunity to not only connect with nature but also with any friends and family enjoying nature with me. So I was stoked to test out the Cardo Packtalk Outdoor intercom system during my first season learning how to snowboard. Here's what I thought of the high-quality (and expensive) system.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/is-the-cardo-packtalk-outdoor-intercom-system-worth-it/feed/ 0 13464 The 3 Best Waterproof Barefoot Hiking Boots for Winter https://terradrift.com/best-waterproof-barefoot-hiking-boots-for-winter/ https://terradrift.com/best-waterproof-barefoot-hiking-boots-for-winter/#respond Thu, 22 Feb 2024 18:01:00 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=12081 You know we're big fans of barefoot shoes here at Terradrift. We love barefoot hiking boots, barefoot sandals, and barefoot shoes for daily wear. But one category we haven't focused on yet is sustainable waterproof barefoot hiking boots for cool weather! So we did some digging, tested a few pairs in the cold and snow, and share what we think of them right here, right now.

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