Dear Natalie: Try Outxe’s Cooler Backpack

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By Natalie McCarthy

Dear Natalie,

I can’t stand coolers. They’re difficult to lug to campsites, and even walking from the parking lot to the picnic spot is a hassle. They’re inevitably always red or blue, with a flimsy plastic handle, and the lids often get stuck. I have about three gathering dust in my pantry right now. With so much technological innovation in other fields, why has the cooler industry lagged behind? Do we have any other options?

Sincerely,

Coolers aren’t cool

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Dear Natalie: Try No Bugs Insect Repellant Products

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By Natalie McCarthy

Dear Natalie,

I love spending time outdoors, but I don’t love insects. I’ve considered dropping an insecticide bomb on my entire region, but I heard that was a criminal offense. Do you have any ideas?

Help!

Bitten and Itchy

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Dear B & I,

It’s so strange how local governments generally frown upon the use of wide-scale chemical insect repellants. Oh, it’s fine when they do it, but when read more

Dear Natalie: Try a Pocket Cocktail

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By Natalie McCarthy

Dear Natalie,

Okay so – like – okay but have I told you that I love you? Oh my GOSH, this song is my JAM! Come dance with me. Come on. Come on. Karaoke? Come on. Ugh, why are you always so borrrrrring? Oh, look, tacos! Wait, like, but have you thought, like, ummmm…

…Huh? Oh we leave now? How come? No! I don’t want to go home! Wait, where is my left shoe?

Oh hey, did we meet yet? I’m not drunk, I swear. Kind of. *burp*

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Dear Natalie: Try Kühl Apparel

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By Natalie McCarthy

Dear Natalie,

I’ve heard there are people who hike, bike, and otherwise adventure wearing only their birthday suit. I, however, prefer to be clothed. What do you think about trying out the Kühl clothing line?

Signed,

Not Enough Sunscreen

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Dear NES,

For those of us who are a bit too modest to venture outdoors in the buff, Kühl offers a nice alternative: pants, shorts, skirts/skorts, shirts, outerwear, read more

Dear Natalie: Try Epic Wipes

Epic Wipes

By Natalie McCarthy

Dear Natalie,

What if I’m out exploring, I get super gross, and I can’t shower? It’s embarrassing to be stinky!

Signed,

Someone whose personal hygiene is at stake

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Dear Stinky Pants,

Well, we have a few options:

  1. Get comfortable with your primal lack of hygiene. – While it might take some intense mental effort, you could always shift your view of hygiene and modern conveniences like “running water” and “shampoo” and “avoiding cholera.” Hell, our caveman ancestors didn’t have any volume-enhancing, extra hydrating, silk-essenced, two-in-one body lather and hair cleanser, did they?
  2. Attempt to bathe with a combination of three ounces of water, a Nalgene bottle, and the corner of a bandana. – Don’t act like you haven’t tried this already. You have, and you determined it is a waste of good drinking water.
  3. Epic Wipes.

What are Epic Wipes, you ask? Think of a giant version of moist towelettes. And when I say “giant,” I mean they are sixteen times the size of an average wipe and far more durable.

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Dear Natalie Try the Brooks England Strand Bag

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By Natalie McCarthy

Dear Natalie,

Let’s say I’m trying to ride a bike and carry stuff at the same time. What do I do?

Signed,

Trying to Grow Additional Arms

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Dear TGAA,

Certainly, you realize that you aren’t a Chia Pet. You cannot, simply by will, sprout new appendages. However, I do have compassion for your plight. read more

Dear Natalie: Try Sunski Glasses

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By Natalie McCarthy

Dear Natalie,

What are your thoughts on Sunski’s sunglasses?

Signed,

Humans who have eyeballs

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Dear Eyeball Owners,

By now, it’s probably evident that I try to give well-rounded reviews. It’s important to me that I present all the sides of a product, so you can make an informed decision about its usefulness in your life. And now that I’ve offered you that reminder of my intentions, read more

Dear Natalie: Try Outxes Rugged Power Bank

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By Natalie McCarthy

Dear Natalie,

Word on the street is that Outxe sent you another product. What did you think?

Signed,

Someone whose phone is at 2% battery

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Dear Someone – wait a second. Who lets their phone get to 2%? Seriously, man. That’s just negligent.

Anyway, yes, Outxe kindly sent me their rugged read more

Dear Natalie: Try the Urban Canairie Hat

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By Natalie McCarthy

Dear Natalie,

What are your thoughts on Urban Canairie’s outdoor hats?

Signed,

You all, because you like covering your head

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Dear friends,

I’m going to be honest with you: Getting gifts in the mail is really, really great. I mean, it exceeds the typical daily level of greatness; it is a special degree of great. And since I’m pretty excitable anyway, you can imagine my joy when a gift box arrived on my doorstep, read more

Dear Natalie: Try The Outxe 3-in-1 Rugged Lantern

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By Natalie McCarthy

Dear Natalie,

What are your thoughts on the Outxe 3-in-1 Rugged Lantern?

Signed,

You all, because you want to know about this!

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Dear friends,

I have to admit something: I am not dainty. I know that’s probably shocking, so I’ll give you a minute to recompose yourselves.

(Patiently waiting.)

Okay. Now that we’ve established that, I’ll continue. Moving about the world like an ox means that read more

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