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Snoqualmie Falls large waterfall creating deep pool below showing where fish hold in Pacific Northwest creek fishing locations

Creek Fishing: Are There Fish in This Creek? 5 ...

First time I tried creek fishing, I spent an hour casting into water that looked perfect but held zero fish. The creek 50 feet downstream had fish everywhere. Learning to...

Creek Fishing: Are There Fish in This Creek? 5 ...

First time I tried creek fishing, I spent an hour casting into water that looked perfect but held zero fish. The creek 50 feet downstream had fish everywhere. Learning to...

Creek fishing angler wearing blue jacket wading upstream in shallow stream with fall foliage and trees, demonstrating proper wading technique for smallmouth bass fishing

Creek Fishing: What I've Learned From Missing M...

Creek fishing taught me more about patience than any lake ever did. After falling in the water twice last summer and losing count of how many fish I've missed, I've...

Creek Fishing: What I've Learned From Missing M...

Creek fishing taught me more about patience than any lake ever did. After falling in the water twice last summer and losing count of how many fish I've missed, I've...

Pink cherry blossom trees lining green riverbank with industrial steel bridge and bike path in Portland

Gifts for Teenagers: 6 Things They'll Actually ...

This personal guide shares gifts for teenagers based on conversations with real 17-year-olds and their friends. From cash to quality headphones, these six practical gifts are things teens actually use...

Gifts for Teenagers: 6 Things They'll Actually ...

This personal guide shares gifts for teenagers based on conversations with real 17-year-olds and their friends. From cash to quality headphones, these six practical gifts are things teens actually use...

Los Angeles cityscape with Hollywood sign visible on hills and downtown buildings showing classic LA views from Echo Park vicinity

Best Things to Do in Los Angeles: 5 Perfect Out...

Discover the best things to do in Los Angeles with these 5 outdoor dining spots. From Echo Park to Silver Lake - practical locations for eating outside.

Best Things to Do in Los Angeles: 5 Perfect Out...

Discover the best things to do in Los Angeles with these 5 outdoor dining spots. From Echo Park to Silver Lake - practical locations for eating outside.

Person sitting on picnic blanket in green park space with trees and distant city skyline visible

San Diego Picnic: 5 Perfect Spots Where Locals ...

This personal account shares tried-and-tested San Diego picnic locations based on actual local use. From hillside city views to coastal cliff settings, discover practical spots for outdoor dining that work...

San Diego Picnic: 5 Perfect Spots Where Locals ...

This personal account shares tried-and-tested San Diego picnic locations based on actual local use. From hillside city views to coastal cliff settings, discover practical spots for outdoor dining that work...

Close-up of white and orange daffodils blooming in spring garden, representing the arrival of picnic season in London parks

Picnic Season: Finally Getting My Blanket and H...

This personal account shares hard-learned lessons about picnic season essentials. From waterproof blanket discoveries to better hiking snacks choices, find out what actually makes outdoor eating relaxing instead of frustrating.

Picnic Season: Finally Getting My Blanket and H...

This personal account shares hard-learned lessons about picnic season essentials. From waterproof blanket discoveries to better hiking snacks choices, find out what actually makes outdoor eating relaxing instead of frustrating.

A woman takes a quiet break on a mountaintop with the BackpackBeat 8808 Extend Waterproof Backpack by her side

Our Story

From a young age, I was drawn to the call of the wild—a passion for outdoor adventures paired with the demands of modern technology. I would always pack my laptop, iPad, and other essential gadgets, ready to dive into work or explore nature’s wonders. Yet, balancing a work briefcase for the office with a rugged backpack for the great outdoors proved to be more than a minor inconvenience. Constant weather challenges—rain, snow, or even seaside escapades—meant I was forced to switch bags repeatedly, often leaving behind small but important items like lipstick, wallet, or keys.

Embracing the digital nomad lifestyle transformed my life. As I traveled across the globe, I realized that my journey demanded more than just luggage—it required a single, versatile backpack that could effortlessly transition between urban life and outdoor adventures. I began searching for a bag that would free my hands, keep my electronics dry, and look as stylish in the city as it did on a mountain trail. I envisioned a design that transcended the clunky, raincoat-like waterproof bags of the past, one that anyone—man or woman—could proudly carry.