I’ve worn and loved Smartwool clothing for years, and these prices NEVER happen. I must’ve spent $500 already, since I’m essentially buying enough underwear and socks to last me the rest of my life.
Just use promo code SW2021_40
So many bags are perfect and check all my boxes EXCEPT there is nowhere to put a water bottle which is a dealbreaker for me!!!!
Seriously, are y’all just thirsty all the time?? I was looking at the Minaal daily carry and it looks GREAT except the only way for me to carry my water is to put it in the main compartment where it could destroy my laptop and camera if it leaked :(
I just took my first long haul flight (Frankfurt-Newark) since getting the Sony WF-1000XM4s and I have to say I think these are perfect headphones for onebag traveling.
I had them in my ears almost the entire flight which was ~7.5 hours and not only is the noise cancelling superb but the battery lasted the entire trip. I only got a low battery warning just as the plane was touching down. Put them back in the case and by the time I got to my connecting flight they were fully charged again.
I used to bring bose over ears with me when I flew but I was always unhappy with the bulk, especially since I always wanted to bring the case with me to protect them. These earbuds are pocketable, the noise cancelling is just as good and comfortable enough to wear for the entire flight.
10⁄10 worth the price would definitely recommend.
First time poster sharing a couple bits of gear I haven’t seen discussed around here, probably because they have some downsides that I just happen to be okay with.
Hisense A5 Pro e-ink phone. I mostly use my phone to deal with text, so the e-ink screen is perfect. I only charge it once or twice a week and read maps in broad daylight as easily as on printed paper. Downsides: Definitely not for anyone who cares about photos or video. There is a color version, but the resolution is lower so it’s more for reading color-coded maps than enjoying photos.
Thinkpad bluetooth keyboard. Did you know Android phones will show you a cursor if you connect a Bluetooth mouse? If you’re okay with the tiny screen, a phone and this keyboard are enough for keeping a journal, updating a blog, or answering email. Prop your phone up on a roll of clothes, with the end unrolled under the phone for traction. Downsides: The keyboard weighs 516g, about halfway to an ultraportable laptop, …
Sharing my first-aid kit in case that’s helpful to anyone else. Note that I’m just some schmuck who went to EMT school and read stuff on the internet. I’m not a doctor and I’m really not your doctor. Links are for illustration only, not recommendations of specific brands or vendors.
What is in my kit that I’ve actually used:
A roll of gauze. Mostly I cut bits off the end to make bandages for minor cuts, abrasions, and burns. Alternatives: Band-aids are easier to apply, but take more space and might not fit as well.
A roll of paper tape. For preventing hot spots from progressing to blisters, for securing gauze dressings, and for buddy-taping a stubbed toe. Can also be used for labelling or for closing packages. Alternatives: Leukotape is extremely popular. Some people also make do with duct tape, but I find that’s too stiff, doesn’t stick well, and leaves a residue.
Precision tweezers. For pulling splinters, ticks, and stingers. For …
Looking for recommendations for a pocket EDC tool or set of tools that are TSA approved knowing that it’s up to the mood of the agent on duty and you can always buy a sharp tool in country.
Wondering what people have had the best luck with, and a combination of tools that are actually useful when traveling by plane.
Emotional armor in the form of a heavyweight zip hoodie. High density cotton on the outside for serious structure and form. Soft merino terry on the inside for all the warmth and natural performance merino brings.
The ones I’ve seen online all seem to have some downsides. The velvet ones seem to leave a lot of black dust all over the place and the wooden ones seem to be unevenly constructed.
A high waisted and pleated pant in the lightweight strength of F.Cloth. The silhouette is loose up top with a tapered flow. Instead of a side seam there is only a dart up top for easy moving elegance.
My husband had a work trip this week. He is suspecting that the bed in his hotel had bed bugs as he woke up with bites. He’s arriving from the airport today and we want to process all his belongings from the trip to kill any/all bed bugs. Most of his clothes are from Outlier.
However, all of the recommended clothing treatments for bed bug management suggest throwing clothes into very high temperatures for washing and drying. The Outlier clothing labels indicate much milder treatment. We typically run all his Outlier clothes in a warm wash cycle and air dry them. This typical approach would not kill any of the bed bugs.
In your experience, can outlier clothes be dry cleaned? Would the harsh chemicals from that ruin them? What are our best options for cleaning in this scenario? He has a lot of slim dungaree pants and merino t-shirts.
Outlier’s penchant for the experimental and desire to do anything but steep in its own status quo has led to some wild pieces and subsequent clashes with the tastes, sensibilities, and price tolerances of its customers. This subredddit has had some of those moments on clear display this year (bag-pocalypse, anyone?), but there have been plenty of classic moments in years past. One of the more notable and iconic instances of this was the 2017 release of the Hard/Co Merino Tuxedo Sweats.
On a purely practical level, Hard/co sweatpants sound dope. Hefty, hardy, and comfy fabric in bottoms form. I’m not really a big sweatpants-outdoors dude, but these would be badass in a chilly house. It would also be pretty sweet to rock these with a Hard/Co Hoodie for that complementary, sweatshirty, pseudo-tuxedo vibe.
Here’s what JP had to say on the development of the product:
Hi everyone, I’ve tested the Hard/co for about a year, wearing it in a variety of silhouettes as well as temperature …
Hey everyone. Do the Strongdarts stretch in the waistband after a while?
Also, are these low or mid rise? I’m not sure if I should get ones that fit me snug in the waistband. (32 vs 31)
Any input would be appreciated!!