Organization is my new obsession. These days I’m into storage bins,��label makers, and��color-coordinated folders.��Maybe it’s a sign of my advancing age, or maybe I just crave a bit of structure in a hectic world full of uncertainty. But even without the global pandemic and shifting social norms, my life is crazy. I have kids. There are shoes and glitter all over my house. I need stability in some form,��and the ($190) gives me a��little slice of order.

The SEG42 is a 42-liter backpack duffel where the space is divided between five built-in packing cubes accessed via exterior zippers,��and a full-bag clamshell opening to a large compartment for shoes, gear, and clothes that shouldn’t be rolled or folded. There’s also a dedicated laptop sleeve, so��in theory��the SEG42 presents itself as a single solution for all kinds of travel, from weekend camping to airline-based work trips when we’re flying again. I’ve spent the past two months testing the pack on a handful of short camp-outs and a seven-day family surf excursion, and the SEG42 delivered the organization I desperately needed.

The integrated packing cubes are the obvious standout feature. Each section is��a different size, and when they’re loaded��they carve up the majority of the interior space. But even when the cubes are full��you have enough room in the main compartment for a pair of shoes and some bulkier items. If you need a single large compartment, you can also flatten the cubes and zip them away to use the whole space like a traditional pack.

On the surf trip, I put shoes, flip flops, and a rain jacket in the big clamshell compartment, and used cubes for underwear and socks, swim trunks, and sun shirts and rash guards. On camping trips that have a multi-sport agenda, I pack the cubes based on activity—my trail running kit in one cube, mountain biking clothes in another, and camp pajamas in another.��When it’s a shoe-intensive outing, I use more of the clamshell space and fewer cubes. You could pack��the cubes by day if you wanted, too. It’s the flexibility within the system that makes the SEG42 so appealing.

The fact that the SEG42 converts from a backpack to a duffel is nothing new; there are dozens of similar packs��on the market, and I’ve tested my fair share.��But the Matador is the most comfortable of the lot to wear as a backpack, even when it’s fully stuffed. I’d have no problem lugging this pack��through an airport, thanks to the harness system: its wide straps don’t bunch up and pinch your shoulders. And one of the happy side effects of the cube system is that it keeps the load evenly distributed throughout the pack—your gear doesn’t sink to the bottom when you carry it.

The SEG42 will fit in most overhead bins and��has a top pocket for snacks and anything you need to access on the fly, and��its built-in laptop sleeve is great for (future) work trips. I typically travel with two bags—one for clothes and gear and another to hold my laptop and various snacks (I must��have beef jerky with me at all times). The thought of being able to knock out a three-day excursion with just a single carry-on is tantalizing.

Matador is known for its ultralight��but durable and waterproof duffels and backpacks, and the SEG42 follows suit. I have no worries about slinging it around camp or strapping it to the roof rack if space is tight in the car.��It’s built from a mix of 840-denier and 420-denier nylon with UTS (ultra tear strength)��coating that the company bills��as weatherproof. (I took a hose to the pack for a few minutes, and some of my outer layers got wet through the zippers. The hose mimicked monsoon conditions, though, so I’d have no worries running through a typical storm.) The pack��is definitely not waterproof, which is an important distinction when you’re carrying a laptop.

My only real complaint so far is that there’s not enough padding in the laptop sleeve. I’m a nervous Nelly when it comes to my computer, and I want more structure around my baby. More padding would obviously add weight and take up space, but I think it would be a worthy upgrade. For now��I’m putting my laptop in a padded sleeve before packing it, but it would be nice to eliminate that step.

Overall, the SEG42 is a pack��designed to pull double duty—it’s rugged enough to handle the road-tripping and��car-camping lives we’re leading now, and svelte and thoughtfully designed enough to transition into the jet-setting future that we’re all so desperate to get back to. In both scenarios, it��offers an unrivaled level of organization. And that feature is always welcome—global pandemic or not.

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I like my bags like my architecture: with an open floor plan.

That’s why I love Patagonia's��. It's roomy enough to encompass anything, and tough enough that I never worry about it. I've strapped the bag onto a wooden dory, a snowmobile, and a motorcycle and crammed it into the ski basket of a helicopter. I've filled it with ice for a makeshift beer cooler after an August bike ride. Last year, a bottle of Japanese whiskey cracked open inside it returning from Hokkaido, Japan. The Black Hole is the kind of bag you can cram a snow shovel into; if I don't want my toothbrush scrubbing my sneakers, I'll put it in a Ziploc.

Since I first bought mine in 2010, a partial list of things I've carried in my Black Hole has included ski boots, a sand-encrusted wetsuit, a three-piece kayak paddle, and a bespoke suit I had made in Vietnam and which I have only ever worn once. I've taken my Black Hole on a family reunion in Louisiana, and on a half-baked rafting trip down Idaho's Middle Fork of the Salmon, where I plucked never-before-skied slopes above the river many years ago.

As it happens, the Black Hole's simplicity has been a point of company pride among����since it was first released in 2004. Besides the seams—changed from welded to sewn to reduce cost—very little has been altered. Tough-sided and water-resistant, the bag's large, U-shaped zippered flap allows easy access to the contents. There are removable backpack straps, three pockets barely big enough to fit a dirty pair of socks, and light fabric walls that can be wedged into limited spaces. It's not meant to armor your camera gear, but the bag's durability supports the company’s��mission to reduce consumption��and it's useful��for nearly any adventure. This even goes for the smaller��, which transforms into a backpack—albeit one that tends to adhere to your butt as you walk. Nevertheless, apart from wool boxer briefs and a gnawed-up nighttime mouth guard, the Black Hole is the only non-negotiable item on any trip I take.

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Fall is our favorite part of the year��in New Mexico. Not��only is it green��chile season, but��it’s��also the best time to get outside for��spectacular hiking, ideal��fishing, and the start of��hunting season.��This year,��we dialed��in our fall kit for all these activities��with multiuse gear good��for a quick jaunt up a local trail or several days in the backcountry. Here are our 11��favorite pieces.

Kuiu��Kenai��Hooded Jacket ($200)

Kuiu��uses��Toray��3DeFX+ insulation, which allows this��midweight puffy��to breathe well (think Patagonia’s��Nano��Air), making it��ideal for high-output actives in cold weather where you don’t want your jacket to wet out and freeze the minute you stop moving. We like the piece as an��outer��layer��for the fall��and a��midlayer��once ski season rolls around. The��camo��print is loud, but we��dig it.

Western Rise Granite Camp Pants ($100)

Built with a water-resistant, four-way-stretch material, these pants are as comfortable as they come and perfect for cool-weather hikes and backcountry camping. They’re also classy enough to wear to the bar when we’re��done hooking fish.

Salomon Utility TS CSWP��Boot ($150)

Like the Granite Camp��pants, these boots also pull double duty. They��keep our��dogs warm and dry��with a waterproof membrane and 200 grams��of Thinsulate insulation��and help us stay on our feet when it’s slick, thanks to the Ice Grip soles. Unlike��normal hikers, these kicks have a touch of urban style,��so they��fit in��on city streets.

Black Diamond Cosmo Headlamp��($30)

We always carry a headlamp in our hiking, hunting, and fishing bags. The Cosmo��weighs next to nothing (3��ounces) but pumps out 160 lumens, which is enough to light up the entire trail if you’re caught out after dark.

Sitka Stormfront Jacket ($600)

Yes, the price tag is��hefty on this Gore-Tex jacket, but that’s because it’s a bomber piece that we expect to wear for at least the next decade. Totally waterproof but plenty breathable, it’s built with a little extra room and plenty of articulation so it layers well over a puffy and doubles as our ski jacket when the snows starts flying.

Voormi Access Pullover ($200)

This is��hands��down��our favorite fall midlayer. Voormi’s special blend of reinforced and DWR-treated wool will take a beating while thrashing through trees and will��keep��a light rain at bay. It also adds tons of warmth when we��need it��but dumps heat and wicks sweat better than any synthetic midlayer of the same thickness.��

Avex��3Sixty��Pour��Thermal Bottle ($30)

Yes, it’s extra weight, but we love having��a hot thermos of coffee in our bag when we��take a��break on the river.��This vacuum-insulated, leakproof bottle keeps our��brew steamy for 16��hours, has a 360-degree pour spout (so there’s no guessing), and an��insulated lid that doubles as the cup.

Filson Dry Duffle ($180)

Only a few select items��live in our truck��at all times. A set of chains, a shovel, extra water, a fishing rod, and this bag, which is where we store an extra set of clothes, work boots, or whatever else we��might need on the road and in the hills. The vinyl-coated polyester will take a beating, so we��don’t have to worry about tossing it around, and the roll top splays completely open for easy��access to everything inside.��

Patagonia Nano Puff Pants ($180)

�±�����ٱ��’s might as well just put a picture of��these pants next to the word “cozy.”��Perfect for sitting around camp or wearing��under our waders on a cold day, the PrimaLoft Silver insulation adds a silly amount of��warmth for our legs, which usually get ignored in favor of our��core. A zip fly makes for easy access, and a DWR coating fights off river water and light rain.

Truck M1 Gloves ($30)

Cold hands suck, but so do bulky gloves, especially if we��need to do anything with our hands besides hold ski poles. Thankfully,��the Truck M1s strike a perfect balance. Built from waterproof goat skin��and Polartec fleece, the gloves are thin enough to be useful��but warm enough to keep our digits from freezing off, even on brutally cold days.

Maven B1 10×42 ($1,110)

Sure, these top-of-the-line binoculars from Lander,��Wyoming–based Maven��have incredible clarity, a buttery-smooth focus, and superb depth of field, but the coolest part may be the , which lets buyers pick everything from the color of the lens rings to the amount of magnification. The binocs��shown here (gray camo paired with a pink focus wheel and blue tripod��cover plate) are��ideal for hunting and serious birding, with 10x��magnification and a 42-millimeter lens.

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A large, 155-liter bag often seen loaded on yaks in Nepal’s region for a few simple reasons: it can take a beating, it has straps that convert it into a backpack, and mountaineers know that it can carry all their gear. First launched in 1986 by the , it’s made of heavy canvas layered with a thick protective coating and is similar in construction to a whitewater raft.

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No gear shed? No problem. These six items pack a performance punch in a tiny package.��

Super.natural Essential Full Zip Hoody 220 ($125)

This��sleek hoody��looks like a fashion item but performs like a high-tech mid-layer, thanks to its merino wool, polyester, and stretchy elastane blend and articulated sleeves. The will keep you warm on pre-dawn runs but won’t get too hot when you’re interval training at the gym, and it will look good on the subway ride home to boot.

Red Paddle Co. Elite SUP ($1,799)

Fiberglass inserts in Red Paddle Co.’s 14-foot inflatable ��provide hard-paddling efficiency, and progressive rocker gives it more glide than other blow-ups. The result isn’t necessarily beginner-friendly, but it’s the only inflatable you’d ever want to race against a hard board.

Sawyer Storm Traveler Paddle ($250)

The novelty and convenience of owning a SUP that rolls down to the size of an air mattress wears off quickly if you have to find space for a seven-foot paddle. The����separates into three easy-to-store pieces and packs high performance into a featherweight (30 ounces) package, thanks to judicious application of fiberglass. It also sports a locking mechanism for lightning-fast adjustments.��

Allen Sports Ultra X ($4,999)

The beauty of a bike you can stash beneath your desk is undeniable, but most folding models are a heavy, clunky compromise. Not Allen Sports’ . It boasts features we expect on a full-size bike but are unheard of on a folder, like a carbon-fiber frame and slick-shifting SRAM drivetrain. And you’ll appreciate the bike’s light weight—less than 19 pounds—whether you’re pedaling over a bridge or humping it onto a crowded subway.

Sons of Trade Fleet Duffel ($95)

This ��could be the most stylish bag you’ll ever use to lug around sweaty workout clothes, and with its waxed-canvas exterior and leather accents, it won’t scream fitness dweeb to everyone in the office. The bag is plenty functional: it’s the perfect size for a locker, and the pockets keep essentials organized.��

Oru Bay+ ($1,495)

Oru’s second-generation boat, the , is made from a single piece of corrugated plastic and has a solid seat back, a waterproof hatch to stash your stuff, and ratcheting closures. Plus, the 12-foot craft folds down to the size of a couch cushion.��

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Get the most from your time on the water.
—Amy Jurries

Bic ACE-Tec Performer SUP

The 26-pound ($1,150) is happy cruising lakes, running river rapids, and paddling into an overhead set. The 31.5-inch width and refined rocker deliver glide in flatwater, and the three-fin thruster setup surfs well in a range of conditions. 10’6″ and 11’6″;

Spy Allure sunglasses

The lenses on these polarized ($130) maximize the transmission of good rays, boosting clarity and color contrast while (Spy claims) improving your mood and alertness.

Chaco OutCross Evo 2 shoes

The breathable, quick-drying mesh upper keeps your feet cool and blister-free, while the grippy rubber outsole won’t slip on even the wettest surfaces. $110,

Patagonia Reversible Cutback top

Patagonia’s nylon-spandex ($55) has a generous band under the bust that prevents gape, and the halter fit and adjustable ties hold everything in place.

Mi Ola Striped boy shorts

Surf, swim, paddle, or soak up the sun—these ($120) provide the right amount of stay-in-place coverage. A side drawstring adjusts the waist so there’s no sag.

Dakine Emalia leggings

The ($84) feature a comfortably wide elastic waistband, to ensure they won’t come flying off in a wipeout, and are versatile enough to go from board to beachfront bar.

Torch SUP Paddle

A ($250) seems like a gimmick, until you want to extend a perfect day on the water. LEDs run the length of the nylon blade and put out 720 lumens to keep your surroundings visible after the sun goes down.

Aquapac TrailProof duffel bag

This roll-top ($90) safeguards 90 liters’ worth of gear at the beach or on top of your board for overnight SUP missions.

MTI Fluid 2.0 PFD

A Coast Guard–approved flotation device is mandatory unless you’re surfing. The ($135) has a zippered pocket on the top lid for necessities, plus attachment points for bringing a water bottle on long excursions.

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Great gear is made for the unexpected, not the everyday. That’s why Tucker & Bloom’s was built to withstand rigors well beyond what you’d experience��on a short trip to the countryside. Made from a ballistic nylon with a tighter weave than even the military uses in its flak jackets, this weekender can take the worst stabs, cuts, and abrasions you might stumble into.

Finished with vegetable-tanned leather—a more environmentally friendly process than traditional chrome tanning—and secured with a heavy-duty, self-healing zipper, the Tucker & Bloom London Duffel is a lust-worthy bag that should last generations.��

But the better story is the company itself. Patriarch David Bloom spent 30 years in the bag industry working for lux brands like Coach, Valentino, Hartmann,��and others. After the fashion industry plummeted��following September 11, 2001, Bloom floated from gig to gig before his son Case, then an aspiring artist, suggested they go into business together. Tucker & Bloom was born, and all their bags are now assembled at the team’s boutique factory in Nashville, Tennessee.

$315,

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Between dodgy weather, overbooking, and long lines, holiday air travel can feel like a game of Russian Roulette. Choosing your travel kit wisely will help eliminate some of the uncertainty. Whether you're flying to British Columbia for a backcountry hut trip, jetting home to Chicago to see family, or sneaking off to Mexico with your SUP, these five stalwart, versatile bags won't guarantee your gear will make it to your final destination, but they will ensure that when it does, it'll still be in one piece.

Patagonia Black Hole ($159)

When you stack all your gear on your bed and the pile is taller than you, and the idea of canceling the trip feels easier than cramming it all in, you need the . Patagonia's high-quality, low-cost, weather resistant, 120-liter duffel is so big it takes the panic out of packing. Made from burly denier polyester with a padded, protective bottom, it can swallow clothes for three for a week and an inflatable paddle board (and weather that bumpy, wet boat ride down the coast). Zippered mesh interior pockets, and a long exterior pocket aid organization of little necessities like headlamps and med kits, daisy chains allow easy lashing-on of extra gear, and bonus backpack straps make the overland journey from baggage claim to rental car a little less arduous.��

Lululemon Weekend Warrior ($148)

The sleek, roomy nylon duffel does double-duty as a carry-on for on short-haul flights and tote bag for day trips to the gym or pool. Interior pockets galore store wet bathing suits, a pair of shoes, and your laptop (yes, it's padded). An exterior sleeve stashes—natch—your yoga mat; and a hefty zippered opening keep everything in place. But more than just a sporty duffle, it's stylish and ample enough to stow a weekend's worth of goodies and gear on your next urban adventure, even if you've never done downward dog.

Eagle Creek Gear Warrior Wheeled Duffel 32 ($285)

Osprey Ozone 22 Wheeled Carryon ($230)

When carrying is the last thing you want to do with your carry-on, roll with the , a savvy, wheeled companion that's ideally sized for tight squeezes in the overhead bin or beneath the seat in front of you. Osprey makes some bomber gear, but at 4 pounds, seven ounces, the 46-liter Ozone is one of its lightest, most streamlined bags, with a brushed aluminum ergonomic retractable handle and three grab loops for slinging overhead. Six interior and exterior pockets help you pack smarter so you can move faster—proof that you don't have to skimp on perks to shave weight.��

Chums Latitude Accessory Cases (from $16)

Though diminutive, the are well-designed mini organizers that deserve a berth on every trip. Made from sturdy, ballistic nylon, with waterproof YKK zippers and see-through rear window pocket, the they're a handy trapper keeper for cords and chargers, first aid kits, and small electronics. Inside, a zippered pocket-within-the-pocket holds your tiniest trinkets, from ear plugs and Chapstick to energy gels, herbal tinctures, and good luck charms. Available in three sizes, the largest of which—at 9 inches long—is generous enough to hold a midsize digital camera on the fly. Don't leave home without.

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Unless you’re a backpacker studying abroad, life on the road entails more than just throwing a pair of underwear and a fleece into a ragged duffel.

Modern nomads, folks who do all their work on the road thanks to the ubiquity of WiFi,��need to pack for business meetings, trips to the tropics, and last-minute summit bids. In short, this means mastering the art of having all the essentials without knowing exactly where you might end up.

So we took some , a growing group of borderless travelers who eschew most possessions but remain connected to the Internet. You might be surprised how few items you need on the road, says Philippa Young, a guerrilla filmmaker with , a team of multimedia storytellers who travel the world. “It’s only when you completely lose a bag that you realize how little you need to survive. I stay on the minimizing curve, but I’ll also throw in a luxury (like a coffee grinder and beans) now and again to keep things interesting.”

While we don’t suggest you abandon all your luggage, these gear tips will get you through just about anything—whether it’s a week-long business trip or months-long, drop-everything adventure.

Lightweight Running Shoes

Unless you’re training, a loud pair of technical trail shoes will be overkill while traveling. Try a minimalist style like the , in a dark color like black or grey, which looks good with just about anything and packs down small.

Blazer

All hail the blazer, a panacea for when you need to look sharp but are short on clothing. It can easily be worn with jeans and a white T-shirt or over a lightweight, solid-colored dress. Try a linen cotton , which designs minimalist, neutral clothing.

Rain Shell

A is a must, as is a that can be worn over a sweater (of which you need no more than one or two). We like Patagonia’s , which is perfect for fast-and-light, rainy trips. Stick with the black colorway.

Tech

You’re not a technomad if you don’t carry a few gadgets. Buy a universal adapter such as the , which works in 150 countries. For those working long days off the grid, an extra phone battery such as the , compatible with iPhone, HTC One and Samsung Galaxy, can be essential. Conveniently, it doubles as a phone case. Books won’t let you pack light: opt for an e-reader like the or . A read-later app like or means you can catch up on your reading list even when you’re offline.

The Practical Stuff

hold dirty laundry, wet clothes, liquids that are liable to explode, and can organize unruly bundles of cords and cables. Opt for a lightweight nylon duffel for any short side trips you might take. duffel is durable enough to check on a flight, but light enough to pack when not in use.

A thin beach-style sarong or a few yards of fabric works well as a towel, sheet, or scarf, depending on what climate you end up in. When you need tweezers, scissors, a corkscrew, a nail file—or all of the above—a will have you covered. And you will almost always find a use for , so keep one or two clipped to your bag.

Remember: If you haven’t used an item in a while, exchange it for something else. “If it doesn’t fit in my backpack, then I don’t take it. If there is a useful item I have packed and I haven’t used it in a month, I will exchange it for a different item. Useful items are things like cables, a pocket knife, solar lights, and even cutlery,” says Alicia Sully, a guerrilla filmmaker with��.��

First Aid

When it comes to toiletries, less is more. It’s rarely difficult to find a bar of soap or a bottle of shampoo, so don’t waste space by bringing them. However, toting hard-to-find essentials that you don’t want to be caught without is always a good idea. These include: for adjusting to new time zones; , because if you need this, you need it now; a high-strength for mosquito bites and skin irritation; earplugs for shared accommodation; and , which is often pricey if bought in airports or abroad.

Creature Comforts

Slippers like —or even freebies from a hotel—can make any floor feel a little less unfamiliar, while a for tea or coffee is great for early train rides or cold nights outdoors. (It’ll taste even better if you bring your favorite tea from home.)

Credit Cards, Passports, and Evernote

No self-respecting technomad would have a credit or bank card with foreign transaction fees, so switch to a , like Capital One. Don’t forget to back up photocopies of your bank cards and passport on the cloud or in Dropbox, as well as on a USB stick, as it’s easier to get a replacement when you have the relevant numbers and expiration dates of the real thing. Lastly, use an app like to store your itineraries and to keep frequent flier membership numbers easily accessible.

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Last week, the �����ԹϺ��� crew returned from , the massive outdoor gear trade show where the industry shows off its newest, coolest products.

For gearheads like me, the show is heaven—an overwhelming, indoor, sleep-deprived heaven. And although we love to see all the high-tech (i.e., expensive) gear from the biggest brands, we didn’t forget about some of the more affordable items.

Here are our six favorite items coming out in 2015 that cost less than a dinner for two.

Dakine Stashable Duffle ($30)

We’ve test hundreds of compact duffels, but we have yet to see a bag as cool looking as the Stashable Duffle with its stylish prints. This 33-liter duffle is more than a pretty face: It’s built from sturdy 150-denier nylon (tougher than most stuff bags) and packs down to the size of a sunglasses case.��

Outdoor Research Active Ice Ubertube ($29)

In July, I asked elite ultrarunners for gear tips to stay cool in the heat. Almost all of them emphasized the importance of keeping your neck cold. Enter ‘s Active Ice Ubertube. Worn as a hat or neck gaiter, the tube incorporates the company’s Active Ice technology—when triggered by sweat, the fabric creates a cooling effect similar to what you experience in your mouth when you chew mint gum. Result: Your body temperature drops up to five degrees.

Smartwool White Socks ($15–$24)

While writing this column, I have outed myself as a massive dork a number of times, but getting as excited as I have about white merino wool socks might be my nerdiest moment to date. In my defense, these socks are the result of a fascinating gear story.

has been trying to make white socks for a decade without success because bleach destroys merino wool. But with the help of Austrian textile brand Schoeller, the company developed a brilliant white merino fiber to avoid bleaching.��Why go to all this trouble? Out of habit, many runners prefer white socks and are willing to sacrifice the superior wicking and thermoregulation qualities that merino wool offers. Now white-sock lovers can have the best of both worlds.

Stanley Vacuum Coffee Press ($35)

Almost every desk in the �����ԹϺ��� office has a classic Stanley coffee mug sitting on it. We love the mugs for their 1930s riveter style and ability to keep our coffee warm throughout the day.

Now�� has paired its proven mugs with a simple, strong, easy-to-use coffee press that pushes your grounds to the bottom and can stay in the mug while you drink. Store the press in the cup to save space. The system weighs more than a pound, so you won’t be backpacking with one of these puppies, but it should make an excellent car-camping addition next spring. Bonus: The press looks like it’ll be very easy to clean once you’re done.

Miir Tall Boy Pint Cups ($12)

You’ll see stainless-steel beer mugs everywhere at Outdoor Retailer. Not only are they a popular item for retailers, they’re also a common swag-bag item. (Coincidently, kegs are tapped every afternoon at OR.)

We love on this popular trend, with its pint cup that looks like a Rainier or PBR Tall Boy. The single-wall, top-grade stainless-steel cup is dishwasher safe and certainly feels bombproof. On top of looking cool, this cup also makes you feel good about drinking out of it: For every cup sold, Miir makes a donation that gives one person access to drinking water in a developing country.

Parks Project Trail Arrow Camp Hat ($34)

This caught our eye because, in addition to its simple, clean styling, it’s made entirely in the United States. Plus, proceeds help fund projects that address specific problems facing our national parks.

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