Softshells for the Whole Family We love our softshells. They are durable, great for a wide range of activities and a wide range of weather. We especially love softshells in the shoulder seasons. They are not too bulky and are often wind and water resistant or waterproof. Softshells are great for hiking, bike riding, XC … Read more
St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra Report “Hey Jami, want to do a 40 mile winter ultra overnight in January in Minnesota?” “Ummm, what are you talking about??? NO.” “Cassie (Greg’s personal trainer/running coach) said we should do this.” “Why?” “Because we should do HARD things.” “Hmmm.” When my husband popped the question, I was a … Read more
Rocky Talkies for Families Review We have quickly found that with kids of all ages, it is super hard to keep them all huddled together. Our oldest is 12 and our youngest is 4, so their adventure speed is drastically different. Over the past year or so we have been extensively testing Rocky Talkies. We … Read more
While we do everything we can to make sure our kids are in gear that will keep them warm in the coldest temperatures, there IS a limit to what they can do. On the coldest days, we have always tucked one-time-use hand warmers in between layers for our kids. It has allowed us to get … Read more
Selk Bag Review: Wearable Sleeping Bag for Kids Have you ever woken up on a cold morning camping and wished you could take your warm and cozy sleeping bag outside with you while you made breakfast? I know I have. The Selk Bag Kids helps children do just that. Freezing football games and backyard bonfires … Read more
When many people think winter footwear the images that come to mind are big thick clunky boots. For footwear minimalists, luckily there is an alternative “barefoot” option: the mukluk. And these zero drop winter boots excel in the harshest environments. Mukluks are available for adults and there are a few options for kids. Every year … Read more