What every royal subject of the Queen City needs for adventure travel
Adventure travel has a rhythm all its own. Special gear, conveniences, and tools can do everything from make the trip easier on your body, to save your life. In this month’s cover story, we’ve covered the gamut from bike riding through the Sudan to hiking through the North Carolina Mountains. Adventure travel gear can number in the thousands, but here are a few items to get you started. If you’re ready for adventure, here’s what to take with you.
Ladies, fishing is oh so fashionable.
Fishing is becoming one of America’s fondest adventure travel pursuits. If you’ve ever been even slightly interested in the sport, look the part in Fishpond's Firefly Women's Fishing Vest. Many pockets trimmed in (thankfully) unadorned natural colors. No tacky cheetah prints or hot pink accessories could be found on this vest. Shaped like a woman's body (designed with female fishing guide input), a buckle connects with elastic so whether you’re a DD or AA, it fits. Narrow in the shoulders, the vest doesn’t slide up to choke you. A generous back pocket is perfect for your lunch, flask, copy of Robert’s Kurson’s ‘Shadow Divers’, et cetera. Get yours at FishPondUSA.com/FireFly.cfm.
Let’s live the sporting life.
Savvy adventure travelers know the one thing you can’t leave home without is a comfortable pair of shoes. Checked baggage can be lost, but tennis shoes are too bulky for carry on. Marry the best of both worlds of comfy-sleek with cuter-than-cute Rockport Sabeekas. And with a midsole from the heart of a running shoe or hiking boot, this uber comfortable shoe is the perfect choice. If you can take only one shoe in your carry-on bag, this is it. $80 Rockport.com
Keep those feet dry!
Nothing says “ouch!” better than a big fat blister after an hour of hiking. Even in cold weather, walking of any sort can cause blisters as the body heats up to keep warm. Teko EcoMerino wool heavyweight hike and trek socks to the rescue. High moisture transfer keeps feet dry and prevents blisters. Plus, the fast drying technology comes from one farm known to practice environmentally sound production techniques for centuries. These socks are shrink resistant, have non-toxic dyes and reinforced (read: durable.) $22.95 TekoSocks.com
You’re never too old for booties!
Sierra Designs Drizone Down Booties, that is. These super-comfy booties may look like something David Bowie would have worn circa 1975, but trust us: your chilly feet will thank you. Rubber soles and a reinforced ankle keep you from sliding around. Two-layer waterproof-breathable fabric protects from moisture so they’re safe for those snowy nights. $70 SierraDesigns.com |
