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Maier Ophit 2.0 W Outdoor tights – review

August 26, 2020August 26, 2020 gillcarter Maier, quick-drying, travel light, travel pack, travel trousers

Quick-drying and 4 way stretch make the Maier Outdoor tights ideal for travel and hiking at all times of year

Clothing Winter sports

REVIEWED: Maier Sports Anton 2 men’s salopettes

March 19, 2020August 31, 2020 jamiealexcarter salopettes, ski, ski clothes, ski clothing, skiing

Comfortable, secure and with plenty of pockets, these ski pants impress on the slopes

Clothing Reviews Winter sports

REVIEWED: Maier Sports Podkoren ski jacket

March 12, 2020July 5, 2020 jamiealexcarter ski, ski clothes, ski clothing, ski jacket, skiing

Soft, strong and stretchy, this ski jacket’s excellent hood and thumbhole cuffs win the day

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REVIEWED: Moshi Digits touchscreen gloves

February 6, 2020July 5, 2020 jamiealexcarter gloves, GripTrak, Moshi, Moshi Life, touchscreen

For hikers, bikers, and outdoor-likers, these gloves will save your fingers from freezing

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REVIEWED: MP Magic Merino Wool Socks

January 2, 2020March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Magic Socks, MP Magic, socks

The world’s best socks for travel just got better

Clothing Reviews Winter sports

REVIEWED: Zero Down Vest

November 6, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter insulated coat, jacket, vest, winter

An inflatable and durable vest that uses air and recycled bottles

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REVIEWED: Boundary Chase Pants

August 6, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter pant, pants, travel light, travel pack, travel trousers, traveling light, trousers

A sneak preview of some comfortable, stretchy and incredibly well-designed travel trousers

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REVIEWED: MP Magic Premium Socks

May 2, 2019March 15, 2020 gillcarter how to travel with less, socks, travel, travel light, travel pack, traveling light, travelling light

These odourless socks can be worn for days, but always have a whiff of magic about them

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REVIEWED: MP Magic Socks

February 21, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter od, quick-drying, socks, travel light, travel pack, traveling light, wicking

These ‘metal infusion’ antibacterial socks are good for a week of stink free travel

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REVIEWED: SueMe Womens Beech Shorties

November 8, 2018March 15, 2020 gillcarter how to travel with less, quick-drying, travel light, travel pack, travelling light, underwear

This comfy underwear proves to be a dream to wear despite being made of mashed-up tree fiber

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Five quick-drying t-shirts and tops for traveling light

September 13, 2018June 27, 2020 jamiealexcarter quick-drying, t-shirt, travel, travel light, travel pack, travelling light, ultralight

Need a sweat-wicking, easy-care, quick-dry t-shirt for your next adventure? These merino wool or bamboo tees are great all-rounders

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Reviewed: SueMe King of the Mountains bamboo tee

August 16, 2018June 27, 2020 jamiealexcarter bamboo, merino, quick-drying, travel light, travel shirt, travelling light

Ultra-lightweight and quick drying, this 70% bamboo, 30% cotton t-shirt works well as a single layer for travel in humid

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REVIEWED: SueMe Tree Trunk Boxer

July 12, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter

Super-soft, comfortable and ultra-quick to dry, this impressive travel underwear is made from beech tree pulp

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REVIEWED: Keen UNEEK EXO shoes

July 5, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter footware, shoes, travel light, travel pack

These everyday shoes are great for dry humid trips to cities and beaches

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REVIEWED: CoreSport Workout Top

June 26, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter

Sweat proof and breathable, this quick dry T-shirt is ideal for travel

Business travel Clothing Reviews

REVIEWED: Fiber Secret Lotushirt

April 21, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter

Inspired by a leaf, this wrinkle-free, stain-repellant and quick-drying ‘nanotech’ shirt impresses on a business trip, but needs regular washing

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REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Loden Short

September 12, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Royal Robbins, short, shorts

Good value, versatile travel shorts, but they lack a second security pocket

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REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Merinolux Tee

June 6, 2017June 27, 2020 jamiealexcarter merino, merino wool, quick-drying, Royal Robbins, t-shirt

Comfy to wear and impressively quick-drying, this merino-mix t-shirt proves ideal for wash-and-go life on the road

Backpacking & Outdoors Clothing Hiking Reviews

PREVIEW: Korea Telecom's IoT Safety Jacket

March 7, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter avalanche, IoT, mountain, technology

Is your mountain coat connected to the Internet of Things? It soon might be

Clothing Hiking Reviews

REVIEWED: Columbia Women’s Back Beauty Passo Alto Heat Pant

March 2, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Columbia, hiking, pant, pants, trousers, walking

These smart-looking winter walking trousers claim to retain the wearer’s own body heat using thermal reflective tech, but are they hot

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PREVIEW: Heacket heated jacket

December 27, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter heated

Cold hike ahead? Try this heated jacket that reaches temperature in less than three seconds

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REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Noe travel shirt

November 22, 2016March 15, 2020 gill1carter Royal Robbins, temples, travel shirt, wicking

This crease-free, quick-dry & short sleeve travel shirt proves ideal for a spot of South-East Asian temple-hopping

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REVIEWED: Lulemon Surge 7 shorts

November 1, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Lulelmon, shorts, swimming

Versatile ultra-light shorts that double as swimmers, and with a handy security pocket for instant travel appeal

Backpacking & Outdoors Clothing Reviews

REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Traveller Stretch Convertible Trousers

November 1, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter convertible, Royal Robbins, shorts, trousers

Love ’em or hate ’em, cargo trousers/pants with zip-off legs are a travel staple. These are better tailored than most,

Business travel Clothing Hiking Reviews

REVIEWED: Columbia Mens Silver Ridge Long Sleeve Shirt

October 6, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Columbia, travel shirt

Can this lightweight and smart looking travel shirt cut it both on a backpacking and a business trip?

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REVIEWED: Icebreaker Cool-Lite Compass II shirt

August 18, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Icebreaker, quick-drying, shirt, travel shirt, travelling light

Part merino wool, part awesome, this quick-drying technical layer is ideal for when you need to look smart while on a

Icebreaker-Cool-Lite-Sphere-Tank quick-dry t-shirt

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Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere Tank reviewed

August 9, 2016June 27, 2020 jamiealexcarter Icebreaker, merino, vest, women, womens

Super-light and quick-drying, this mainly merino vest for women is the perfect travel all-rounder for hot and humid countries

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Five packable storm shells for city breaks & hikes

June 30, 2016May 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter raincoats, storm shell

Watery walking tour? Dodge downpours but travel light with these highly compact raincoats that pack into their own pockets

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REVIEWED: EDZ Merino Vest

March 15, 2016June 27, 2020 jamiealexcarter EDZ, merino, wool

Made from 100% superfine merino wool, this good value base layer for women is about as versatile as travel clothing gets

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REVIEWED: EDZ Merino Wool Touch gloves

November 24, 2015March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter gloves, merino, merino wool, winter

Keep that smartphone in your hand even in freezing conditions with these touchy-feely gloves

Backpacking & Outdoors Camping Clothing Reviews

REVIEWED: Scrubba Wash Bag

October 22, 2015May 4, 2020 jamiealexcarter wash, washbag, washing

Even a capsule wardrobe needs washing; this portable ‘machine’ gets clothes clean and doubles as a stuff-sack

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REVIEWED: Rohan Jeans Plus tapered leg

October 13, 2015March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter jeans, pants, Rohan, travel trousers

A hidden passport pocket helps these cotton-mix jeans re-claim their title of ‘best travel trouser’, but where’s the zipped cash pocket

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REVIEWED: ExOfficio Minimo Plaid Long Sleeve Shirt

October 6, 2015May 4, 2020 jamiealexcarter ExOfficio, shirt, travel shirt

Super-thin and light yet too easy to crease, this travel shirt goes too far in the right direction

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REVIEWED: ExOfficio BugsAway Ziwa convertibles

August 27, 2015May 4, 2020 jamiealexcarter pants, travel trousers, trousers, zip-off

Travel light and keep your passport safe with these versatile, comfortable and well-designed travel trousers/pants ideal for backpacking

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REVIEWED: Icebreaker Quantum Gloves

January 30, 2015March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter gloves, Icebreaker, merino wool

Lightweight yet warm, these well-stitched gloves are perfect for when mountain gloves are overkill

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REVIEWED: Icebreaker Oasis Men’s Everyday Leggings

January 27, 2015March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Icebreaker, leggings, merino wool, winter

Great for early starts and late nights outside in freezing conditions, merino wool wins again for warmth & packability

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REVIEWED: ExOfficio Give-N-Go boxer brief

January 23, 2015May 4, 2020 jamiealexcarter quick-drying, travelling light, underwear

Do you wash ‘n’ wear? These quick-drying boxers are perfect for super-light travel

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REVIEWED: Patagonia Men’s Merino 1 Silkweight t-shirt

January 19, 2015March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter t-shirt, travelling light

This 65% merino wool t-shirt makes a great base layer and all-round travel t-shirt

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REVIEWED: Columbia Platinum 860 TurboDown

January 6, 2015March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter jackets, thermals, travelling light, winter

Stargazing and winter hikes just got easier thanks to this lightweight, portable down jacket

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REVIEWED: Icebreaker Tech T Lite T-Shirt

December 20, 2014June 27, 2020 jamiealexcarter how to travel with less, Icebreaker, t-shirt

Staying fresh for days and drying in hours, this pricey all-rounder for travelling light is legendary with the wash ‘n’ wear

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REVIEWED: SealSkinz Ultra Grip gloves

December 19, 2014March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter biking, fishing, gloves, stargazing, waterproof

Merino wool lining and tactile fast-grip dots on the SealSkinz Ultra Grip Gloves prove useful for fishing, night-riding and holding binoculars

Clothing In-flight Reviews

REVIEWED: ExOfficio Kahve Thermal Hoody

December 8, 2014May 4, 2020 jamiealexcarter ExOfficio, fleece, hoody, thermals

Travel staple gets a technical makeover – and it’s hot stuff for globe-trotters

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REVIEWED: ExOfficio Storm Logic travel jacket

December 1, 2014March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter ExOfficio, jacket, neck-rest, waterproof

It’s got pockets for a boarding pass, keys, a camera, phone, pens, and sunglasses, and it rolls-up into a neck rest. Welcome

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REVIEWED: Icebreaker BODYFIT+200 Oasis Crewe Gradient for men

June 16, 2014March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter baselayers, Icebreaker, Icebreaker BODYFIT+200 Oasis Crewe Gradient

An ideal base layer for winter hikes and year-round stargazing, this is merino wool at its warmest

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REVIEWED: Tilley Coolmax Extreme men’s briefs

June 4, 2014March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter pants, quick-drying, Tilley, Tilley Coolmax, underwear

Wear one pair, pack another – and travel the world!

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REVIEWED: Tilley Travel Socks

May 9, 2014March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter quick-drying, socks, Tilley, Tilley Travel Socks

Quick-drying and comfy, these socks are a wash ‘n’ wear wonder