Travel Gear
Base-layers
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Give-N-Go™ Underwear It’s not often I get really excited about… underwear! Mostly if it fits well and breathes and is clean, most of us are pretty happy. That was until I tried ExOfficio’s popular Give-N-Go™ performance underwear. Not only is it extremely comfortable, but it does exactly what it promises, wicks moisture and dries in a few hours. So on longer trips, it can be sink-washed at night and is ready to wear the next morning. It also features what ExOfficio calls a AEGIS Microbe Shield® finish to fight odour and bacteria. These underwear come in men’s and women’s styles and have become a permanent part of my travel collection. For more information visit: www.exofficio.com |
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Men’s ExO Dri™ Dri-release Long Sleeve Crew When it comes to technical long sleeve crews, men have many options. One of the nicest pieces we’ve tried is the ExO Dri made of dri- release™, an engineered yarn, that uses a patented microblend of natural and synthetic fibers to take advantage of the best qualities of both. The garments have a very soft hand, are moisture wicking and quick drying. They also are treated with Freshguard®, an odor neutralizer which keeps odors from attaching to dri-release. Amazingly technical for something that just looks and feels so good! For more information visit: www.exofficio.com |
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Icebreaker SPORT320 – Original Zip I bought this piece as a top to layer for skiing. But the soft merino wool and the really nice cut and styling have me wearing it around the office, on weekend and in general… all over the place! It’s truly a classic. Apparently it’s from the original 1995 Icebreaker collection and is as popular as ever. It come in cuts for both men and women and by the way, despite it’s versatility, it is great on the slopes. For more information visit: www.icebreaker.com |
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Icebreaker BODYFIT200 – Oasis Crewe I love Icebreaker gear. It’s so well made. This piece is designed to fit close to the body, and has a higher neck to trap in the heat. All Icebreaker products are made with pure New Zealand merino and I’m confident that this will be soon become one of the most comfortable pieces of clothing in your wardrobe. They come in Men’s and ladies by the way and are great for layering! For more information visit: www.icebreaker.com |
Outerwear
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Canada Goose Expedition Parka The Expedition is the original extreme weather, expedition parka, the same one that was developed for scientists working in McMurdo Station, Antarctica. It’s an amazing jacket with features that include; coyote fur ruff around a 2-way adjustable tunnel hood with an adjustable bracing wire for superior protection in high-wind conditions, four fleece-lined, zippered hand-warmer pockets hidden behind chest and lower pockets. I’ve spend hours upon hours in temperatures of -20c without feeling the slightest bit chilled in this jacket! The Expedition parka does come in a really nice ladies cut too! For more information go to www.canada-goose.com. |
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Canada Goose Snow Mantra Parka If you are traveling to extreme climates, this is the warmest down-filled jacket on the planet. In this parka Canada Goose thought of absolutely everything, including a unique insulated throat-latch for severely cold weather, shoulder grab-straps in the event you need to be rescued from a fall and much more. The Snow Mantra was developed for industrial or commercial work in the coldest regions on earth. A few of the other key survival elements are a removable coyote fur ruff around the hood, two mesh kidney pouches with air-activated Grabber® biodegradable warmers and recessed, heavy-duty, rib-knit cuffs keep out the cold. For more information go to www.canada-goose.com. |
Footwear
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Keen - TARGHEE II Having explored the globe by foot, I completely understand the value of good shoes. A shoe with good support, a shoe that’s light and breaths is vital to happy feet. The Targhee II from KEEN does all of that and uses what Keen calls “KEEN.DRY waterproof breathable membrane to keep your feet dry and comfortable” – it works like a charm. I’ve worn the shoes on hikes over slippery wet trails as well as over the streets of New York and in all cases ended my day without the aches that come from inferior products. |
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Keen - Newport H2 These sandals are where Keen got its start. I remember seeing them for the first time and thinking that the toe protection which has become so iconic for Keen just made a lot of good sense. Two years ago I purchased my first pair and now I have two. I’ve hiked through waterfalls on Maui and along the edge of the Sahara desert in Tunisia with them. The Newport H2 from KEEN dealt with all conditions, equally well. For more information visit: www.keenfootwear.com |
Accessories
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Canada Goose Gloves or Mitts I and many of my friends wear Canada Goose down-filled mitts for winter hikes and skiing. They’re warm enough, durable enough and waterproof for the coldest expeditions you can dream up. They have a reinforced palm and thumb with soft-touch grip which is great when you need to grab things without taking your fingers out of your gloves or mitts and the part we all appreciate the most is the that cuff closure secures with one-handed pull of the drawcord. For more information go to www.canada-goose.com. |
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Canada Goose Nomad Storm Pant These heavy-duty un-insulated shell, pants are perfect for people who are active in the outdoors. They’re waterproof/breathable, fully seam- sealed and perfect for rainstorms or being active in the winter when layered. They have an elasticized waist with large belt-loops and adjustable belt. And for those of us who carry lots of “bits and pieces” they have two zippered front pockets and two cargo pockets with button closure. For more information go to www.canada-goose.com. |
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Canada Goose Tundra Down Pant If you’re the type who needs extra lower body warmth… then these pants will be perfect. They’ll be too warm for long hikes in less than extreme climates, but when it’s really cold, you’ll be glad you have them. We often hear from photographers and scientists who spend a lot of time waiting in the cold and that’s when these great down-filled, heavy-duty over-pants really shine. For more information go to www.canada-goose.com. |