Gear

Every water bottle on the planet is stupid

April 26, 2013January 5, 2018 - by SnarkyNomad

There comes a time every year during which I endeavor to resolve what I think should be a simple, straightforward predicament that even the most cursory application of intellectual effort …

Should you travel with jeans?

April 20, 2013March 19, 2015 - by SnarkyNomad

Ah, the eternal question, the inquiry that has sparked vicious debate since time immemorial amongst the jet-setting travel junkies the world over. Is it a good idea to travel with …

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The travel pack I wish I could have

April 11, 2013December 13, 2013 - by SnarkyNomad

Whenever it comes time to set off on another international adventure, I tweak the gear setup to as high a level of perfection as possible. It’s important to have gear …

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Top 5 dumb mistakes the travel gear industry makes

April 10, 2013March 19, 2015 - by SnarkyNomad

As many of my esteemed and fiendishly loyal readers may know, I have an unhealthy obsession with ultralight, super-efficient travel gear, and am constantly on the lookup for better techniques, …

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5 things to ditch from the pack (and what to bring instead)

April 8, 2013January 5, 2018 - by SnarkyNomad

Got a ridiculously ungainly monstrosity of a pack that is your arch-nemesis and allows you no end of frustration nor extra taxi fees because you can’t stand hauling it up …

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Best lightweight packable backpacks

April 1, 2013January 19, 2019 - by SnarkyNomad

Updated for 2017! The ultralight packable daypack search! A slew of technological advancements in the outdoor industry has arrived in recent years, and ultralight travel daypacks have enjoyed the trend …

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Best backpacking water filters and purifiers

March 30, 2013March 22, 2017 - by SnarkyNomad

Water, water, everywhere… Camping in the backwoods or traveling through Mexico means you’ll need clean drinking water all day, every day. Even if you’re surrounded by enough civilization that bottled …

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Ultimate ultralight travel packing list

March 28, 2013January 5, 2018 - by SnarkyNomad

Quite a few times I’ve heard backpackers complain about weight limits or maximum bag allowances on airlines. They haul 40-pound monstrosities that limit how comfortable they are, how fast they …