SCOTT Torica Sunglasses Review
Running through the mountains is no joke! Whether you are on your bike or on your feet, it is imperative that you have sharp vision and eye protection while navigating the trails. I recently...
Author: Sara Fillman
Therm-A-Rest Boost 650 Sleeping Bag and Neoloft Sleeping Pad Review
I’ve been a part of the backpacking culture for about 20 years now. I’ve transitioned from inexperienced to wanting to be super light to settling into my comfy place. With thousands of miles under...
Nathan Pinnacle Pro 12L Vest Review
Sometimes you can’t carry everything you need in your hands. That is especially true in a long run. Calories, fluids, phone, keys, coat, snacks. No waist belt is going to support you the way...
Salomon Aero Glide 3 Review
Trusty Salomon. If you have read any of my shoe reviews, you know that Salomon is my tried and true favorite. I’ve used many models over the years for both road and trail running....
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filtration System Review
For the last 10 years, I have been using Sawyer water filters on my adventures. I am a backpacker, ultra-marathoner, and open-water kayaker. The last thing anyone wants is to run out of clean...
mou Eskimo Bounce Sneaker Review
Nothing beats sliding your foot in to the unmatched comfort of a double-faced sheepskin boot. mou nailed comfort when they designed the Eskimo Bounce Sneaker. Although it is far from what we would consider...
Salomon Drx Defy Grvl Review
As a person who has spent thousands of dollars on trail running shoes, I often have the conundrum of running on the paved road to get to my trail. Wanting to preserve the soft,...
Nathan Running Apparel Review
Nathan is well known for it’s running gear. As an avid runner and ultramarathoner, I have long used Nathan’s handheld water bottles, race vests and hydration belts. When I needed some new running clothes...
Merrell Moab Speed 2 Thermo Hiking Boots Review
Since 1981, Merrell Footwear has been making a incredible hiking boots. I live in Michigan near the Wolverine World Wide production site where Merrell is manufactured. It has long been my go to for...
Himali Monsoon Hardshell Jacket Review
In January 2024, I discovered Himali and the exceptional quality they offer when I ordered the Altitude Down Parka. You can check out that review here. I have been thoroughly impressed with the performance...
Spyder Pathfinder Shoes Review
Spyder is well known for their quality outdoor gear on the snowy slopes. They have been innovative and creative with their gear and supported everything from the professional athletes to beginners. Recently introduced was...
Petzl IKO Core Headlamp Review
Running or hiking at night can be an amazing experience. Tree frogs, crickets and the sounds of night can be so intriguing. Embarking upon a night run or hike requires the proper equipment, including...
CORE Flexrail Outdoor Cook Table Review
Whether you are camping for the weekend, living in a van by the river, or tailgating, a functional camp table is a must! We live in our van for 6 months out of the...
Tailwind Nutrition Review
I entered into the ultramarathon scene in 2017 when I signed up for a 50k in Michigan. From there, my miles increased and I just haven’t stopped. As I started signing up for 100...
Bar-U-Eat Review
All Natural. Nothing Weird. This is what caught my eye about the Bar-U-Eat. There were founded in Colorado by a small business man working out of a paddleboard shop. The bars are created with...
Honey Stinger Race Nutrition Review
As the summer race season was upon me, I decided to try out new (to me) race nutrition for a 100 mile race I had planned in August, 2024. I had been running with...
NRS Taj M’Haul Deck Bag Review
NRS has long been a reliable source of kayaking gear. Living on the Great Lakes surrounding Michigan, I have embraced the open water opportunities that I am fortunate to have nearby. NRS has been...
Swiftwick Socks: Can the Right Socks Save Your Race?
This year I signed up for the trail race of a lifetime, The Leadville Trail 100! It is known for it’s brutal ascents and strict time cutoffs at high elevation in the Rocky Mountains...
Kahtoola INSTAGaiter Low Ultra-Light Gaiter Review
For many years, I have been running with Kahtoola. I started with their Micro-Spikes, and then the Nano-Spikes and added in a pair of the Ultra-light mid-height INSTAGaiters about 5 years ago. As an...
VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1000 Power Station Review
I have the amazing opportunity to live with my husband and two dogs in the Rocky Mountains where my husband works and I am training for a mountain ultra-marathon. While it may seem appealing...
