I've been running mostly in my lululemon insulated jackets for years, but as those have worn out, I decided to branch out. The Atom hoody is one of Arc'teryx's most popular, do-everything styles, and everyone I know seems to have one. Like a true social creature, I had to give it a try too. I bought it to use for winter running, hiking, and backpacking. This jacket was formerly known as the ...
The Best Camp Shoes: The North Face ThermoBall Bootie
Over the last couple of years, I've been spending more and more time car camping. I discovered The North Face's ThermoBall booties when I saw another gal wearing them while I was camping with a group. I'd spent a few too many nights awkwardly shoving my socks into sandals when the temps dropped, and I knew I needed a better option. I commented on how they looked like they'd be great camp shoes, ...
Threads 4 Thought Sustainable Activewear Review
This week, I'm featuring a new brand to the blog: Threads 4 Thought. They offer both casual and active clothing, but of course I'm highlighting their activewear. In this post, I'll review the Kyanna half zip hoodie, Joanne sports bra, and Saskia leggings. My history with Threads 4 Thought goes waaay back. I bought several of their casual tees circa 2010. They were my absolute favorites at the ...
SheFit Ultimate Sports Bra Review
As a hard-to-fit bra size, sports bras that fit and support well are very hard for me to find. As a long distance runner, I can't compromise on support. In a British study of female marathon runners, 1 in 3 women reported experiencing breast pain during running. I've unfortunately experienced it, too. With the right bra, breast pain shouldn't be an issue. Finding a bra that's durable, supportive, ...
A Local’s Guide to the Best Coffee Shops in Flagstaff
I've lived in Flagstaff for nearly 9 years, and it's high time I feature some of the local spots we love around here. I've written about my trips to other places, but I'm excited to shine a light on the places I love in my own neighborhood. These are the best coffee shops you'll find in Flagstaff, and I've visited each of them enough to know they are consistently excellent. Each has a unique feel ...
Arc’teryx Kyanite Fleece Hoody Review
I hardly ever go anywhere without a jacket, and a good fleece is worth its weight in gold. I most often wear my fleeces for casual around town use, hiking, and around camp. Here's my review of Arc'teryx's fleece mid-layer, the Kyanite hoody. This is the jacket that was formerly known as the Kyanite AR. Sizing and Fit I'm wearing this jacket in size XS. I am between sizes, typically ...