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8 Products our Readers Recommend, and One Thing They Want You to Avoid

We asked what gear our readers used, and you guys really turned out. From outdoor and fitness gear to tech products, here are the eight things you guys recommended and the one thing you think others should stay away from. If you have something to say about the gear you’ve tried, fill out the survey at the bottom and your review might show up in a later post.

Outdoors and Fitness

Garmin Instinct

Would they recommend it? Yes

“This is an excellent GPS watch. It provides all the relevant data to your activities at a glance, or at the worst, a few button clicks. It was tough enough to survive more than one crash, but is light enough to forget you are wearing such a powerful tool. It is an excellent companion for any adventure.”
— John, North Carolina

Ocoee Seclud GX 27.5+

Would they recommend it? Yes

“I love it! For a full-suspension bike, it has an incredibly light feel and climbs like hard tail.” — Gray, Chattanooga

Hyperice Hypersphere

Would they recommend it? Yes

“It’s like having your massage therapist on call 24/7. It melts the knots in my calves after a few hours of pickup basketball or a long day on the trail. I love using my PT’s Hypervolt, but the Hypersphere gives you the most bang for your buck. It’s a must-have recovery tool.” — Ari, Los Angeles

RX Nut Butter

Would they recommend it? Yes

“In only three days of testing, I’m already considering carrying these on me everywhere. Easy to pack, full of protein, healthy fats, and not to mention delicious. A little on the pricey side, but you can tell you are paying for quality.” — Tom, Iowa

Filson Original Leather Conditioner

Would they recommend it? Yes

“I started conditioning my old duffle and was soon swept away into a forest of huge pine trees and Douglas fir. Before I knew it I was conditioning my leather jacket and old chair and could see why the sales man said we use this for everything, skin included.” — Zeph, New York City

Tech

iPhone XR

Would they recommend it? No

“I upgraded from an iPhone 7 on August 31st to an iPhone XR. I’ve been testing the camera, running several apps at once (including editing short videos with iMovie), and some games. While the phone itself is a significant step up in terms of processing speed and screen quality, I have to give it a one out of 10 for one specific reason: when it slipped off my desk and landed on the carpet, the entire rear glass panel shattered. The screen survived thankfully, but this phone’s durability is a fraction of what older models had. Do not recommend.” — Alex, Ottawa

AirTV

Would they recommend it? Yes

“This allows you to stream over-the-air (OTA) broadcast channels to all smart devices connected to your Wi-Fi using one antennae. It can also connect a USB hard drive to DVR OTA channels. The best part is it integrates seamlessly with my Sling streaming app (Android/Apple/Amazon). The setup was easy, and I was able to watch 30+ broadcast channels on my smart TVs, phone and tablets.” — Tim, Indianapolis

Sony Apple CarPlay Media Receiver

Would they recommend it? Yes

“The sound quality is good, battery life is excellent and the noise cancellation is second to none. They instantly connect to my iPhone and being able to cycle through the noise cancellation modes is helpful.” — Joel, Washington D.C.

Style

Urth Face Scrub with Green Tea & Rice

Would they recommend it? Yes

“My search is over for an effective and efficient facial scrub. My acne-prone, oily skin met its match with this particular exfoliator. Moreover, the scent was pleasingly natural and aromatically inviting. Overall, this was an invigorating product that truly prepped my mug for a nice, clean shave.”
— Patrick, Melbourne

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September 18, 2019 / Comments Off

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11 Things Our Readers Recommend, and the One They Think You Should Avoid

We asked, and you answered. We wanted to know what our readers had used lately and whether or not it was worth it for others to check it out. Here are the 12 products that you’ve tested and reviewed. If you also have something to say about some gear you’ve tried, fill out the survey at the bottom and your review might show up in a later post.

Outdoors and Fitness

Nike Shield Jacket

Would they recommend it? Yes

“For situations where you need to have an unhindered range of mobility with wind-blocking, look no further. This jacket kept me dry and blocked the wind. There’s just something about the white/gridiron colorway that denotes a classic bit of flash.”
— Nate, Oklahoma City

Aer Fit Pack 2

Would they recommend it? Yes

“I work on the 2020 Presidential Campaign in Iowa. I am always on the road, always in different settings, and I need a bag to keep up. The Aer Fit Pack has flawlessly kept up with my active campaign lifestyle. It’s stylish enough for fancy fundraisers, but rugged enough for the gym.” — Tom, Iowa

Osprey Stratos 24L Day Pack

Would they recommend it? Yes

“This pack is amazing. It’s big enough for a weekend and comfy enough for a whole day on the trail. This Labor Day Weekend I traipsed all over Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks with it on my back. I’ll never use a different day pack.” — Ari, California

Tac 2 Collar 1.75″

Would they recommend it? Yes

“This company makes dog products like no other company on earth. The craftsmanship and materials are truly that of the equipment used by the United States Special Operations Command. EDC for my EDD (everyday dog).”
— Mike, San Diego

YETI Rambler 12oz Bottle

Would they recommend it? Yes

“I’ve been really impressed with this Yeti Rambler. I commute to work via bike every day, and I often stop at a coffee shop to grab some cold brew. Rather than chugging it down before hitting the road again, I now keep it cold in this Yeti and sip it throughout the day. It advertises that it retains cold for over 24 hours, but in my experience it’s been more like 6 to 12 hours. That’s totally fine though!” — Colin, Indianapolis

Lezyne Super GPS

Would they recommend it? Yes

“For the price, it’s tough to find a better cycling computer. It paired seamlessly with all of my sensors, great navigation features and 22 hours of battery. The only downside is the low contrast screen, and it’s not the nicest looking thing on your bars, but it spits out all the stats you need on your ride.” –Arif, Ottawa

Tech

Jabra Speak 510

Would they recommend it? Yes

“I work from home, so headphones get tiring after meetings all day. I got this to set up at my desk, with the hopes it would be better than the built-in microphone on my laptop. It performs wonderfully!” — Jack, Indianapolis

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT Wireless Bluetooth Over-Ear Headphones

Would they recommend it? Yes

“Absolutely outstanding headphones. I primarily use them to watch movies on my Apple TV. They have wonderful balance that makes the sound effects pop while also allowing for clear speech.” — Max, D.C.

Sony WH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones

Would they recommend it? Yes

Samsung Portable SSD T5 1TB

Would they recommend it? Yes

“The SSD was a great price and value. The 1TB capacity is perfect for my current job as a photographer, but not too big to worry about putting too much work on it. It’s fast and small, which is perfect.” — Jerome, Los Angeles

Sony WF-1000XM3 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones

Would they recommend it? No

“Stellar sound and pretty good noise cancelling in a tiny package. That success is sadly undone by ho-hum call quality. Not ready as a complete AirPod killer … yet.”
— Kyle, Los Angeles

Style

Baxter of California Cream Pomade

Would they recommend it? Yes

“After applying, there is a little bit of a greasy feel, but when it settles it’s perfect. The only gripe i have is that I have to use a bit more to get my cowlick to do what I want.”
— Brian, New York

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September 9, 2019 / Comments Off

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