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Some but not all of the products reviewed have been sent to us as samples.


Netgear Trek Travel Router

May 10, 2014 by Dave1 Comment

With Internet access often a challenge during travels around the world it was with great interest that I accepted a Netgear Trek N300 Travel Router and Range Extender when the company reached out to me. I have long been familiar with Netgear having used some of their products since the mid 1990's back when a little Internet Service Provider some friends and I own was just starting out by offering dial-up access. This particular router is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Technology Reviews · Tagged: Bridges, California, Desert, Hot springs, Internet, Mountain Climbing, Trekking

Bluffworks New Generation of Pants

January 30, 2014 by Dave13 Comments

Bluffworks founder Stefan Loble recently reached out to me indicating he had released the next generation of the Bluffworks pants. Leaving soon after the pants arrived on an International trip lasting several months - involving a number of climatic zones and rigors of both adventure travel and urban travel - this time on the road served as the perfect testing ground for these new pants. New improvements include: - newly-designed slash … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion Reviews · Tagged: Adventure Travel, Art, Australia, Bangkok Thailand, Cell Phone, Fashion, Fireworks, Los Angeles, National Park, Passport, Public Transportation, Thailand, Urban Travel, Waterfall, Wine Tasting

Road Warrior Plug Adapter

October 22, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

Tired of large electrical adapters and multiple adapters - over the course of our own travels we have collected a fairly sizable plastic bag full of these trinkets. When we are on the road it might be Europe one month and Africa the next - then we have to check and see which ones to bring, which countries have which size plugs and so forth. Enter the Road Warrior, a real knight in "glossy plastic", so to speak riding in to solve all these … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Technology Reviews · Tagged: Africa, Europe, Japan, South Africa

The Sholdit: A Safe & Secure Women’s Wrap

October 21, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

What is in a name? If the name is "Sholdit", it is both fashion and peace of mind. At first glance, this elegant lightweight wrap for women is remarkably stylish - something to quickly put on for any of a number of activities - traveling, shopping or smart evenings out on the town. Ultimately, this is an ideal piece of clothing for those on the go. It can be worn as a infinity neck wrap, shoulder wrap, head wrap and even folds into a clutch. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion Reviews · Tagged: Cell Phone, Fashion, Passport, Shopping Mall

Speck Collection iPhone Durable Case Giveaway

August 28, 2013 by Dave2 Comments

Recently a representative for Speck (maker of durable cases for a number of digital devices) reached out to me. With intriguing videos of phones being dropped from odd and often high places (see the 2000 foot drop video below) I accepted their offer to send me two samples, one of which we are giving away here (see below). The Review We set aside one case for testing - building the courage to drop our iPhone on the hard rug (while enclosed in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Accessories Reviews · Tagged: iPhone, Spain

TravelWise 3-piece Packing Cube Set

August 27, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

Have you been throwing things in bags all your life when packing? Loosely throwing items into a suitcase or a backpack? Enter "packing by organization" - the TravelWise 3-piece Packing Cube Set. This set is great for organizing your items based on size. It comes in five colors and includes three lightweight pieces. Each piece comes with a double pull zipper and breathable mesh inserts. Great for toiletries, medical needs or simply use … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Luggage Reviews ·

Alegria Mens Shoe Collection

April 1, 2013 by Dave2 Comments

Alegria Shoes (Updated May 2013) Alegria has historically been recognized for their women's shoes but earlier this year they released a new Men's Collection for 2013 - featuring shoes for both professionals as well as casual footwear. These shoes are fashionable yet highly durable - they are certainly built to last. The sole is both cork, latex and memory foam and provides excellent comfort. Great with jeans. In our case, great for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion Reviews · Tagged: California, Fashion, Napa Valley, Riviera, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

Bluffworks Travel & Work Pants

February 17, 2013 by Dave2 Comments

Pants, Bluff Works (Reviewed February 2013) Recently we were approached by an independent clothing company, Bluff Works, which boasted versatile pants that look good in an office yet hold up to the rigors of outdoor activities. These pants were the brainchild of founder Stefan Loble who wanted a solution to the constant ironing and washing of his work clothes. These sharp looking *wrinkle free* pants are ideal for the urban stylist - looking … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion Reviews · Tagged: Bicycle, Fashion, New York City, Sports, Technology

Sprout Eco Friendly Watch

January 15, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

Sprout Watch (Reviewed January 2013) Affordable and Eco-friendly do not always match up in the same sentence - but they do when referring to Sprout watches. Sprout brings watchmaking into the current century for the environmentally conscious generation - their watches are biodegradable. The adventure watch we tested is contained in a case made of corn resin, the material behind the dial is natural bamboo, the strap is organic cotton and the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Accessories Reviews · Tagged: Papua New Guinea, Trekking, Wildlife

Parrot Learning Digital Audio Pen Reader

October 1, 2012 by Dave1 Comment

Parrot Learning Digital Audio Pen Reader (Reviewed: Oct 2012) Who would have thought a talking pen could help make learning a language easier! Introducing the "Chinese Talking Travel Guidebook" from Parrot Learning. We have taken a number of trips to either Hong Kong or mainland China and in advance of another trip to the mainland - we've been using this guidebook in anticipation of our trip. Chinese, like other Asian languages is a tonal … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Technology Reviews · Tagged: China, Hong Kong

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