We picked some of our favorite products that make our lives easier in airports and while on adventures during summer.
Essential Gear for the Beach
September Paris One-Piece ($172)
stays put in big swells, is comfortable enough for all-day wear, and features a high-waisted, two-tone design that pairs well with shorts. The textured bottom half is durable and doesn鈥檛 track wax, and crisscross back straps keep everything in place so you鈥檙e not constantly adjusting the fit. 鈥擡rin Riley
Essential Gear for a Road Trip
Hacky Pack Daypack ($40)
When compressed, is a four-inch ball that fits into your glove compartment or center console. Loosen the drawstring and it unfurls into a 14-liter carryall with two mesh water-bottle holders and a hidden side pocket for valuables. Despite its featherweight construction, the bag can hold up to 40 pounds of equipment. 鈥擜lex Temblador
Essential Gear for Air Travel
Kizik Athens Sneakers ($129)
No need to unlace these kicks at airport security: the flexible heel bends down to facilitate stepping in, then springs back for a snug fit. With a roomy toe box and thick foam outsole, these are lightweight but sturdy enough for a sprint through the terminal for a connecting flight. 鈥擜.罢.
Essential Gear for Backpacking
ACR Bivy Stick Satellite Communicator ($200)
An 国产吃瓜黑料 editor used during a five-night backpacking trip and was impressed with the user-friendly interface. It creates a satellite connection with your phone for two-way messaging, location sharing, and the ability to send an SOS signal to Global Rescue. Knowing that a quick status update can be sent off in seconds is a comfort in the backcountry. 鈥擪elly Klein
Essential Gear for Car Camping
Eureka Ignite 2-Burner Camp Stove ($115)
is the rare camp stove that can cook everything you鈥檇 throw at a gas range at home. It鈥檚 roomy enough for full-size pots and pans, and precise heat control means that in all but the windiest conditions it can saut茅 on high or throttle down to a genuine simmer. 鈥擬iyo McGinn