Owala Cloud Insulated Bag: This packable tote is surprisingly easy to inflate with just a few breaths. I love that it zips shut, a feature other cooler totes are often lacking. It’s pretty roomy inside but folds flat for easy storage and transportation. While it’s handy for tasks like keeping picnic snacks cold, especially if
When my son found out that my daughter was going to get her own tester State backpack to match her State carry-on suitcase, he immediately demanded his own. State is known for its fantastical matching patterns that extend from luggage and backpacks to lunch bags ($48). Its products are pricey, but the kid bags are
I’ve had very few problems with any inflatable sleeping pad I’ve tried. Some have lost air, but none have ever completely deflated (knock on wood). That said, there are some tricks to get the best sleep possible and have a pleasant trip. Do not inflate your sanitary pad with your mouth: On the one hand,
my handbag It’s more of a mobile workstation than an operator. On any given day, I have to carry a 16-inch laptop, noise-cancelling headphones, chargers, my daily planner, a bottle of water, and whatever gadget I’m testing that week. Many leather bags look beautiful on the first day, but far fewer are designed to withstand
Ask most people what they love about camping, and they probably won’t tell you how easy it is to pitch their tent or how long the ice lasts on their Yeti. Yes, your tent should be set up quickly and your cooler should keep things cold, but then thoughts about gear should disappear while you
Another thing people forget to do until the Internet no longer works? Download emergency phone applications. As of October 2025, FEMA has an application. Your local municipal or state government likely has emergency push notifications enabled as well. Consider signing up. WIRED has also cataloged other personal safety apps, including a subscription service called Rescu