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Claim your turf.

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Our Favorite Festival Gear for Summer 2019

Want to make the party next to you jealous? Look to this drool-worthy setup, whether you鈥檙e taking in your favorite band, watching a movie on the big screen in the park, or just out for a family picnic.

Yeti Hopper BackFlip 24 Cooler Pack ($300)

(Courtesy Yeti)

thick insulation, leakproof zipper, and tough outer shell ensure that your ice will still be ice at the end of the night. Ergonomic hip and chest straps are useful when you鈥檙e schlepping 20 beers.


Eagles Nest Outfitters Twilight Lights ($25)

(Courtesy Eagles Nest Outfitters)

Create a mood with that pack into a fist-size case. AAA batteries keep it听lit for as long as 72 hours.


Sierra Nevada Pale Ale ($13 for 12)

(Courtesy Sierra Nevada)

We haven鈥檛 found a better beer than , with its crisp notes of pine and citrus.


Republic of Durable Goods Mock One Hammock ($175)

(Courtesy Republic of Durable Goods )

No trees required for this . Equipped with drink pockets and an adjustable sun shade, the Mock One accommodates people up to six-foot-five and 250 pounds.


Goal Zero Sherpa 15 Power Bank ($30)

(Courtesy Goal Zero)

fits in the palm of your hand but holds enough juice to recharge a phone. The included micro USB and Lightning cables connect to headlamps, iPads, and other devices, too.


Miir Wine Bottle and Wine Tumbler ($33 and $20)

(Courtesy Miir)

Keep ros茅 cold for up to 24 hours with the insulated , and sip in style from . Both vessels are made of BPA-free stainless steel.


Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Nano Poncho ($100)

(Courtesy Sea to Summit)

If weather rolls in, will shield you from the downpour. The airy design won鈥檛 cause you to overheat, and the poncho stows easily once the sky clears.


Leki XS Lite Table ($100)

(Courtesy Leki)

Made from fiberglass-reinforced plastic and aluminum, weighs less than two pounds and fits in a backpack.


NEMO Victory Blanket ($90)

(Courtesy NEMO)

With a cozy flannel top and a waterproof bottom, seats four and rolls up with built-in straps.


Big Agnes Mica Basin Camp Chair ($130)

(Courtesy Big Agnes)

is low-slung enough that it won鈥檛 block other people鈥檚 view. It delivers sturdy comfort in a two-pound bundle.

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Emergency Gear that Should Live in Your Daypack /outdoor-gear/hiking-gear/5-emergency-products-should-live-your-daypack/ Mon, 09 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 /uncategorized/5-emergency-products-should-live-your-daypack/ Emergency Gear that Should Live in Your Daypack

Five products you'll hopefully never use but will be thankful to have if the need arises.

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Emergency Gear that Should Live in Your Daypack

You鈥檙e听on a day hike and you鈥檝e packed your water, snack, map, and field guide to local ornithology. You鈥檙e all set, right? Wrong. We鈥檙e not doomsday preppers or worrywarts by any means, but shit happens when you鈥檙e in the woods. Be next-level prepared with these emergency-minded day essentials you need to keep in your daypack.

Lifeproof Lifeactiv Power Pack ($80)

(Courtesy LifeProof)

There was a time when a battery charger wasn鈥檛 a consideration when hiking. But these are no longer those times. gives you 10,000-mAh battery power in a slim case that鈥檚 dropproof, waterproof, and dustproof. The charging stops automatically once your device is replenished,听and it recharges fast from an outlet. Bonus: it鈥檚听a flashlight too.


国产吃瓜黑料 Medical Kit Mountain Hiker ($25)

(Courtesy 国产吃瓜黑料 Medical Kits)

Yes, you should carry in your daypack, but that doesn鈥檛 mean you need a defibrillator and a stethoscope. This kit gives you the equipment to deal with the most common injuries on the trail: blisters, sprains, cuts, stomachaches, and allergic reactions. There are enough goods to handle two people for two days on the trail in a well-designed听package that weighs just over seven ounces.


Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter ($40)

(Courtesy Sawyer)

You packed a bottle of water. Great. But what if your two-hour hike turns into an eight-hour bushwhack? Pack and you can remove 99.9999 percent of all bacteria and protozoa from whatever water source you stumble across without dealing with a pump. Just fill one of the pouches with water and squeeze it through the filter into your bottle.


REI Essential Rain Jacket ($70)

(Courtesy REI Co-op)

You鈥檒l be hard-pressed to find a lighter, better-featured rainjacket at this price point. The Essential is a 2.5-layer, fully waterproof shell that weighs just 8.8 ounces and听has an adjustable hood, cuffs, and hem. At $70,听it can reside听in your pack鈥攆orget about it until a storm hits.


Petzl e+Lite Headlamp ($30)

(Courtesy Petzl)

The 50-lumen is not the brightest headlamp on the market听but it is one of the lightest. Weighing less than one听ounce, the knuckle-size听light takes up very little room in your pack. It鈥檚 IPX7 waterproof, has a red emergency setting,听and even integrates听a whistle into the head strap.

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The Six-Piece Travel Training Kit /adventure-travel/advice/6-piece-womens-travel-training-kit/ Mon, 21 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000 /uncategorized/6-piece-womens-travel-training-kit/ The Six-Piece Travel Training Kit

Normally, a vacation is a great excuse to leave your running shoes behind and kick your feet up for a few days. But when your vacation happens to come just before that big race you signed up for, a quick and easy travel training kit is essential.

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The Six-Piece Travel Training Kit

Normally, a vacation is a great excuse to leave your running shoes behind and kick your feet up for a few days. But this year, my听vacation听happened to come just before a triathlon I (foolishly) signed up for. So learning how to train on the road became a necessity. Here鈥檚 a list of the essentials I managed to squish into my already-overstuffed carry-on. They made working out while traveling more enjoyable, less stinky, and extra comfortable.

Aloha Collection Max Monstera听bag ($42)

(Courtesy Aloha Collection)

础濒辞丑补鈥檚听–听keep wet or听sweaty workout clothes from contaminating the rest of your stuff. It comes in a range of prints and sizes perfect for keeping听everything from sweat-soaked base layers to dirt-caked听trail-running shoes safely stowed in your luggage.


Travelon Laundry Soap Sheets ($5)

(Courtesy Travelon)

Squeeze extra mileage from a single workout getup听with these . Just throw a few in the sink听with whatever needs washing, then lather, rinse, and air-dry. Each pack comes with 50 biodegradable sheets.


Smartwool 奥辞尘别苍鈥檚 PhD Run Ultra Light Micro socks ($16)

(Courtesy Smartwool)

Once you run in a great pair of wool athletic socks, it鈥檚 hard to go back. 听are seamless and supportive, for blister-free comfort and breathability in all temperatures. What makes them ideal for travel training is their natural听odor resistance. You can get multiple wears out of them without stinking up your bag.


Lululemon Wave Wanderer One Piece swimsuit ($118)

(Courtesy Lululemon)

One suit that does it all. If your plans entail laps at the hotel pool and sunning beside it, 听pulls double-duty. With a听crisscross听back that ensures听the straps听stay put, it鈥檚 as functional as your Speedo, while mesh detail and a flattering听high cut make it stylish enough for poolside lounging. Bonus: the four-way stretch fabric has UV protection and is salt- and chlorine-resistant.


Idson Muscle Roller Stick ($13)

(Courtesy Idson)

Soothe sore muscles with this . At just 1.5 inches wide and 17.5 inches long, it easily fits into a carry-on, and with nine听independent rollers and ergonomic rubber and polypropylene handles, it鈥檚 as functional as your foam roller at home.


Nike Epic React Flyknit听running shoes ($150)

(Courtesy Nike)

Finding comfy, high-performing trainers is a feat in itself. But finding a pair that are stylish enough to be worn while听sightseeing? With cushioned footbeds, a听soft knit upper, and chic light-cream styling, fit the bill.

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Essential Gear for Road-Trip Season /adventure-travel/advice/our-favorite-spring-road-trip-essentials/ Mon, 23 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 /uncategorized/our-favorite-spring-road-trip-essentials/ Essential Gear for Road-Trip Season

Spring has sprung. Whether it鈥檚 bitterly cold or hot as hell, here are a few essentials worth stashing in your travel bag. 听听

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Essential Gear for Road-Trip Season

Spring has sprung. National Parks are reopening, snow is melting, and roads to off-the-beaten-path campgrounds and trailheads are accessible again. All this means one thing: it鈥檚 officially the kickoff to听road-trip season. But adventuring in shoulder season comes with its own set of challenges, mainly unpredictable weather. So whether it鈥檚 bitterly cold or hot as hell, here are a few essentials worth stashing in your travel bag. 听听

Patagonia Torrentshell Jacket ($129)

(Courtesy Patagonia)

A lightweight raincoat is crucial when heading somewhere drizzly, and Patagonia鈥檚 Torrentshell is one of the best. The 2.5-layer听breathable jacket is made with 100 percent recycled nylon face fabric and soft fleece, and features a visor hood, weatherproof zippers, and men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 styles. The fit isn鈥檛 too baggy or tight, making it perfect for almost any activity, and it stuffs into a pocket for easy transport when the sun鈥檚 out.


Hydro Flask 32oz Wide Mouth with Straw Lid ($45)

(Courtesy Hydro Flask)

Thanks to its double-wall vacuum insulation and stainless-steel construction, keeps your drink听hot for 12 hours, or add ice cubes in the morning and have water that鈥檚 still icy cold at the end of the day. And this high-quality bottle has an optional straw lid, ideal for spill-free drinking on bumpy roads.


Oakley Latch Sunglasses ($193)

(Courtesy Oakley)

More than just a stylish pair of shades, these glasses match听a fashionable frame with lenses, which amplify both color and vividness. They fit comfortably for the long haul and protect your vision and minimize glare when that late-afternoon sun hits just below your car鈥檚听visor.


Ridge Merino Inversion Midweight Crew Merino Wool Base Layer ($65)

(Courtesy Ridge Merino)

Transition from a hike to a long car ride without the stink with this moisture-wicking听100 percent merino base layer. Unlike some other wool competitors, the Ridge Merino isn鈥檛 itchy and has a longer cut, meaning it won鈥檛 ride up. Plus, it鈥檚 available in both men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 styles听and is trendy enough to wear as a standalone shirt for coffee-shop pit stops along the way.


Vans Made for the Makers SK8-HI Reissue Sneakers ($85)

(Courtesy Vans)

Designed with a water-resistant canvas and suede upper that repels rain and dirt and a lugged outsole for improved grip, 听may look like a city sneaker听but function as a great outdoor shoe. With a contoured, cushiony footbed, it鈥檚听super comfy for long travel days. 听


Suunto Core Watch ($259)

(Courtesy Suunto)

Instead of reacting to the weather, prepare for it with 听that features a storm alarm, weather-predicting barometer, thermometer, altimeter, and compass. Made of a durable composite with a stainless-steel bezel and soft polymer strap, it goes anywhere you do.

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Our 6 Favorite Travel Undies (For Men and Women) /adventure-travel/advice/our-6-favorite-travel-undies/ Thu, 12 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 /uncategorized/our-6-favorite-travel-undies/ Our 6 Favorite Travel Undies (For Men and Women)

Sweat-wicking skivvies for fresh-smelling adventures.

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Our 6 Favorite Travel Undies (For Men and Women)

After a long day of adventuring, the only thing worse than smelling your companions is smelling yourself. The good news is that sweat-wicking technology and the advent of seamless stretchiness have helped undergarments come a long way since the days of all cotton, all the time. Here are some superb men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 options for staying dry, stink-free, and comfy.

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(Courtesy Saxx)

Saxx Quest Loose Cannon ($34)

Made from a lightweight, moisture-wicking, nylon-spandex-polyester material that鈥檚 super breathable and sheds heat for summer adventures, are designed with all the bells and whistles that Vancouver-based Saxx is known for: a specially designed pouch that keeps everything separated and supported (so I hear), chafe-free flat seams, and no-roll waistband.


(Courtesy Tommy John)

Tommy John Air Metallic Icon Trunk ($45)

This 听makes up for its price with a super-thin, quick drying, antimicrobial nylon mesh fabric that鈥檚 so lightweight, soft, and breathable that you鈥檒l forget your wearing anything at all. It鈥檚 perfect for travel because, in theory, you can bring one pair of underwear on a weekend trip. All this pair needs is a rinse with a little soap, and it will air-dry in about two hours.


(Courtesy Bn3th)

Bn3th Pro Boxer Brief ($30)

Pronounced 鈥淏eneath,鈥 this company鈥檚 feature a special MyPakage Technology pouch, which provides plenty of support to 鈥渒eep your package secure in transit.鈥 Made from a supple polyester-spandex blend, they provide temperature regulation and all-day dryness with a second-skin feel.


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(Courtesy Smartwool)

Smartwool 奥辞尘别苍鈥檚 PhD Seamless Bikini ($32)

These seamless, 听combine merino wool for odor resistance, ventilation zones for temperature control, plus nylon and elastane for pliable comfort. They stay in place, dry quickly, and keep you funk-free. These also come in four colors and have an extra-wide waistband that鈥檚 extra flattering.


(Courtesy Patagonia)

Patagonia Active Hipster ($24)

These are made from a special stretchy blend of recycled nylon and polyester and are treated with unique fabric conditioners for added softness and permanent odor control. Bonus: Fair Trade Certified sewing means you can feel good about how your undies came to be.


(Courtesy Under Armour)

Under Armour Pure Stretch Thong ($12)

For panty-line-free travel, are an excellent pick. Smooth seams keep you free from chafe, anti-odor technology prevents the growth of microbes, and nylon-elastane compression material creates a super-snug fit that鈥檚 great for more active adventures. An affordable price and seven color options mean you can get a pair for every day of the week.

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How Pro Cyclist Coryn Rivera Balances the Essentials /outdoor-adventure/biking/how-cyclist-coryn-rivera-balances-essentials/ Fri, 16 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 /uncategorized/how-cyclist-coryn-rivera-balances-essentials/ How Pro Cyclist Coryn Rivera Balances the Essentials

With so much keeping her busy, we asked Rivera how she balances the essentials: training, rest, recovery, and food.

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How Pro Cyclist Coryn Rivera Balances the Essentials

Last spring, 听 outsprinted the world鈥檚 best cyclists, becoming the first American to , Belgium鈥檚 prestigious 95-mile cobblestoned classic. The 25-year-old Southern Californian began racing pro at age 16 and has claimed 71 national titles across four disciplines鈥 road, track, cyclocross, and mountain biking. But recently she became a major threat in Europe, winning two events in 2017. This spring she鈥檚 focusing on road cycling and has her eye on the World Championships. With so much keeping her busy, we asked Rivera how she balances the essentials: training, rest, recovery, and food.

My morning ritual is pour-over coffee. I grind my own beans, weigh everything, let it bloom for a minute鈥攁ll that stuff. I have a Hario V60 size-one dripper鈥攊t鈥檚 small and great for traveling.鈥

I do a resting-heart-rate reading every morning using an app on my phone called Ithlete. It clues me in to whether I鈥檓 tired, getting sick, have overtrained, or am not getting enough sleep.鈥

鈥淎fter a crash, I use hydrogen peroxide to wash off all the road grime. It hurts like heck. When it鈥檚 dry, Tegaderm, a wound dressing, is great, but if you鈥檙e training, your sweat pools under-neath it. Hydrocolloid bandages soak up any moisture.

鈥淎fter a hard ride or race, I like Greek yogurt or skyr for protein. I might add some granola or goji berries.鈥澨

I don鈥檛 have any special diet.听I eat what tastes good.鈥

Diversify. Track cycling builds leg speed that can improve your sprints. Mountain biking and cyclocross build bike-handling skills that can save you if you get pushed off the road.鈥澨

鈥淏uilding endurance is all about time in the saddle. I go long and steady early in the season. My endurance rides are at least three hours. I keep it pretty low-key, just cruising around and taking in the sights.鈥澨

I wear compression socks on long flights. It helps circulation, so when you get off the plane your feet aren鈥檛 swollen and sore.鈥

鈥淓veryone handles pressure differently. I鈥檓 laid-back. In a race there are things you can鈥檛 control. You just have to be ready to encounter some obstacles.鈥澨

鈥淩ecovery is just as important as the training you put in. When I have a rest day, I鈥檒l sleep in as long as I can. European blinds that block out all light help me sleep longer.鈥

鈥淲hen I鈥檓 racing I run a lot on instinct, and I try not to overthink things. Once you hesitate, you miss the moment.

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How to Keep Your Travel Gear Organized /adventure-travel/advice/how-keep-your-travel-gear-organized/ Thu, 01 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 /uncategorized/how-keep-your-travel-gear-organized/ How to Keep Your Travel Gear Organized

Seven products that make adventuring easier.

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How to Keep Your Travel Gear Organized

There are folks whose garages feature perfectly arranged gear hooks and meticulously labeled drawers. And then there are those whose gear lives wherever they left it. For much of my life, I fell into that latter group. But I have since seen the light. Well-designed accessories for organizing your travel kit just make life easier, and anything that lets you spend more time enjoying your vacation instead of searching for that flashlight or phone cord or surfboard fin key is money well spent.

Mountainsmith Modular Hauler 4 ($60)

(Courtesy Mountainsmith)

These make it easy to pack your gear on road trips, in your garage, or even in your camper. Sort your car-camping kitchen supplies, group your equipment by activity, or provide each family member with a space for clothing. Together, they can haul a lot, but each cube is small enough鈥15 inches tall by 8.5 inches wide鈥攖o be easily carried. And the high-quality ripstop nylon is color coded, so you鈥檒l never misplace your kit.


This Is Ground Mod Tablet 4 ($385)

(Courtesy This Is Ground)

This has pockets for your tablet, passport, phone, cards, money, and travel documents, plus slots for cords, pens, pencils, and more. Though pricier than other travel organizers on the market, the Mod Tablet 4 is all about quality. Designed in Los Angeles and made in Italy with high-quality leather, everything from the smooth, Italian-crafted zippers to the stitched seams feels built to last.


West Path Surf Dopp Kit ($50)

(Courtesy West Path)

Never lose your small surf essentials again with this . The seven-by-four-inch canvas and leather zip-up comes with your choice of Sex Wax or Sticky Bumps surf wax in an inset plastic container, natural sunscreen face stick, wax comb, fin key, bottle opener, and change pocket.


Nite Ize GearLine Organization System ($20)

(Courtesy NiteIze)

Use this multipurpose at home, in your garage, or camping. Made of high-quality, wear-resistant webbing, it comes with ten carabiners of different sizes to hang headlamps or wet bathing suits, or even to keep food out of the way. Each end has a reusable twist tie for easy attachment to any loop, hook, or tree branch.


Patagonia Stormfront Great Divider 29L ($249)

(Courtesy Patagonia)

Whether you鈥檙e on a surfing, fishing, rafting, or kayaking trip, will keep your gear dry and orderly. The outside has a fully welded, water-resistant finish. Inside, the adjustable, soft-padded pockets are perfect for keeping your expensive pieces of kit protected and sorted. Plus, it has zippered pockets inside and out for smaller items and a shoulder strap and grab handles for easy hauling.


Aloha Collection Splashproof Travel Bags ($22 to $42)

(Courtesy Aloha Collection)

These are a traveler鈥檚 dream. They come in four sizes, ranging from the Mini, which is perfect for jewelry or small toiletries, to the Max, made for dirty clothes. Plus, the unique water-resistant material makes them ideal for keeping wet bathing suits or spilled cosmetics from contaminating the rest of your luggage.


Douchebags The Explorer ($249)

(Courtesy Douchebags)

This was designed by skiers to easily carry all your snowsport essentials鈥攊ncluding skis, snowboard, goggles, water reservoir, avalanche gear, and other valuables鈥攂ut it works just as well on any adventure. While its tearproof, water-resistant outer shell and straps make it great for the mountains, the Explorer can also quickly convert to a city pack by removing the waist strap and extra gear loops.

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Jamie Anderson’s Olympic Packing List /outdoor-gear/snow-sports-gear/gear-bag/ Tue, 23 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 /uncategorized/gear-bag/ Jamie Anderson's Olympic Packing List

The essentials snowboarder Jamie Anderson will bring to the Olympic Village to help her perform at her best

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Jamie Anderson's Olympic Packing List

Snowboarder Jamie Anderson won gold in the slopestyle event at the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and with a few new moves in her arsenal, she鈥檚 a favorite to repeat in South Korea. Just as important as her bag of tricks? Her bag of stuff: the gear she鈥檒l bring to help her stay at the top of her game.


Dakine Ryder 24L Pack

(Courtesy Dakine)

鈥淚 like the , because it鈥檚 simple, it鈥檚 steezy, and it鈥檚 perfect for traveling. It comes with a padded laptop sleeve and a travel pocket at the top for your passport and other things you need quick access to.鈥


Dragon Herbs Tonic Alchemy

(Courtesy Dragon Herbs)

鈥淭o stay healthy, I take . It has 91 ingredients, including probiotics.鈥


Beats听Headphones and听Portable Speaker

(Courtesy Beats)

鈥淚 have to have my with me on long flights. And when I get there, I use the to jam in my room and get my dance on.鈥


GoPro Hero6 Camera

(Courtesy GoPro)

鈥淵ou need a GoPro camera and some fun mounts to capture the chaos. Right now I have .鈥


Aloha Bling Necklaces

鈥淚 love to rock my .鈥


Incense, Essential Oils, and Candles

鈥淚 bring incense, essential oils, and candles to make my hotel room feel more like home.鈥


Knitting Needles and Yarn

鈥淚n case I get bored, I鈥檒l have Knitting needles and yarn with me to get a little artsy. It probably won鈥檛 happen鈥攂ut you never know!鈥

To learn more, visit . 听The Olympics begin live on Feb 8.听

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The Best Road-Ready Music Gear /adventure-travel/advice/eight-ways-music-can-save-you-travel-blues/ Tue, 19 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 /uncategorized/eight-ways-music-can-save-you-travel-blues/ The Best Road-Ready Music Gear

How the right listening gear can make your drive or flight a little more bearable

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The Best Road-Ready Music Gear

A little music at just the right moment can take the edge off tedium and听improve听mood, even just by canceling out an annoying rattle. But a good sonic intervention doesn鈥檛 happen by accident. One must travel prepared with the gear to broadcast it, the backup power to keep it thumping, and, of course, the right mix of tunes.

Bose QuietControl 30 earbuds ($300)

(Courtesy Bose)

Most experts agree that has the best noise-canceling technology on the market. These wireless earbuds are fixed with microphones that measure background sound and then neutralize it with a built-in processor. You can turn it down to hear when your plane is boarding,听then max it up when the engines crank during take off. A handy remote allows you to answer calls with the touch of a button, and adjust the amount of filtering separately from the sound, so the music is always clear.

Urbanears Plattan 2 headphones ($49)

(Courtesy Urbanears)

The 鈥檚 checks all the travel-headphones boxes: braided cables and a flexible headband that stand up to abuse, super-comfortable fit, a nesting shape for compact portability, and a second audio port for easy sharing. Plus, with a modest price tag, it won鈥檛 hurt too much if you forget them in your hotel room.

Ecoxgear Eco Pebble Lite speaker ($40)

(Courtesy Ecoxgear)

Measuring three inches across and less than two inches deep, there鈥檚 always room to bring the . And it鈥檚 ready to go anywhere. The portable three-watt听Bluetooth speaker broadcasts impressive sound for its tiny size, and its battery lasted for an entire day. It鈥檚 also tough enough to take to the beach鈥攂uoyant, waterproof, drop-resistant, and backed by a three-year warranty. With additional accessories, you can mount it on a handlebar or suction it to a board.

Outdoor Tech OT2650 Kodiak Plus external battery听($80)

(Courtesy Outdoor Tech)

Ten thousand milliamp hours is enough juice to recharge a laptop. Put another way:听the 鈥檚 lithium-polymer battery stores more than enough electricity to revive a phone and a speaker. Bonus: since the Kodiak Plus has two USB charge ports, it can resuscitate both at the same time. Fully waterproof when it鈥檚 not charging, the rubberized case is tough and lightweight at听just over ten听ounces.

Seagate Wireless Plus hard drive with Wi-Fi ($160)

(Courtesy Seagate)

With up to two terabytes of memory and an active mobile hotspot, the can store a ton of media and stream it via Wi-Fi to any device鈥攏o Internet required. Pair it with your phone, tablet, or computer and you鈥檒l have access to thousands of songs or hundreds of movies, whenever you need it. The Wireless Plus is ideal for saving space on your phone, and since it can simultaneously stream three different songs to three different devices, you鈥檒l never get into another argument over what to listen to.

iLuv Splitter audio adapter听($10)

(Courtesy iLuv)

Sharing tunes with a seatmate is great, but it鈥檚 not fun listening to just half of the stereo sound. The next time you have to share earbuds, plug in a splitter like this one by . It turns one earphone jack into two听while maintaining the volume adjustment, mute, and other remote functions of each鈥攚ith no loss of sound quality.

Indie Shuffle app (free, Android and iOS)

(Courtesy Indie Shuffle)

We stream whenever we want an introduction to a whole bunch of new music. Dedicated to independent artists鈥攏ot top-forty junk鈥攖he app can filter your selection by genre or mood, while a team of listening aficionados curates a one-of-a-kind playlist of small-time and up-and-coming artists.

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Eight packable products that make fitness on the road as easy as room service

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The Best Travel-Ready Fitness Gear

Flight delays, lame hotel gyms, and jet lag are enough to kill any traveler鈥檚 exercise mojo. But, thanks to these tools, you can maintain听a consistent fitness regimen鈥攚ith nothing more than a carry-on.听


PowerBeats3听Wireless Earphones ($200)

(Courtesy Apple)

Bad headphones听can ruin any workout. The PowerBeats3 are designed to remain com颅fortably in place while delivering exceptional sound quality without a tangle of cords.


Darn Tough Lifestyle Socks ($20)

(Courtesy Darn Tough)

Making a full wardrobe change in the locker room wastes precious time. That鈥檚 not an issue with Darn Tough鈥檚 Lifestyle socks, which blend work and play. The merino wool is formfitting, soft, and breathable enough for the gym, while the stylish patterns pair with slacks and dress shoes.听


Elite Surge 2.0 Jump Rope ($30)

(Courtesy Elite Surge)

Stash this speed rope in your brief颅case and you can crank out a solid听cardio workout in just ten minutes.听It鈥檚 adjustable, and the beefy wire cable is durable enough听for outdoor use.听


Suunto Spartan Trainer Watch ($279)

(Courtesy Suunto)

The Spartan is a high-end GPS and fitness tracker. It monitors heart rate, provides live navigation updates, and boasts a battery that lasts ten hours in training mode. (There鈥檚 a reason ultrarunner Kilian Jornet wore one while running up Mount Everest earlier this year.) And if you鈥檙e headed from the gym to the bar, the Spartan is also slick enough to wear during a night out.听


Power Systems Strength Band ($10)

(Courtesy Power Systems)

Resistance bands can take most bodyweight exercises to the next level, making them an ideal tool for spontaneous workouts. They also pack up small and weigh less than a pound.


TriggerPoint听Grid Mini Foam Roller ($25)

(Courtesy TriggerPoint)

You can鈥檛 always wait until you get home to treat sore muscles. The Grid takes up听minimal space and weighs only half a pound.


HydraPak Stash Bottle ($23)听

(Courtesy HydraPak)

This one-liter听bottle compresses down to a fourth of its size and is half the weight of the standard alternative.听


Nike Sport Pack ($85)听

(Courtesy Nike)

Streamlined pockets and a shoe听compartment mean you can keep your gym essentials together when you鈥檙e听on the move. And a fashionable fold-over buckle at the top makes this bag sleek enough for the office.听

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