Expertise & Background
- Topics of Expertise: Biking, backcountry skiing, backpacking, hiking, bikepacking
- Years of Writing: 8+
- Years of Gear Testing: 8+
- Previous Publications: Several photos in Trail Runner Magazine and Canadian Running Magazine
Why I Chose This Career
My wife Sasha and I love to spend time in the mountains, and I love to document our activities and the beauty of our surroundings. I also have a bit of a gear addiction, to testing new equipment and apparel is pretty ideal.
How I Began My Career
I started documenting our adventures locally and abroad before working as a trail running race photographer. I loved taking action photos that highlighted the personal effort as well as the amazing locations. This, combined with my aforementioned gear addiction, made the transition to testing and photographing outdoor gear an obvious path.
Recent Articles
Nemo Hornet Osmo 3P Tent Review
Last Updated: April 11, 2023
NEMO is a leader in the lightweight backpacking tent market, and their Hornet stands out for its two-door-and-vestibule layout in an ultralight package. My wife and I recently took the three-person version to...
Review: La Sportiva Trango TRK GTX
Last Updated: October 20, 2017
With a serious alpine pedigree, La Sportiva has been manufacturing highly regarded climbing and skiing gear for almost 90 years. Therefore it’s no surprise that their Trango...
Nepal’s Three Passes Trek and Everest Basecamp
Last Updated: August 29, 2024
Exhausted and oxygen-deprived, we high-fived as frigid winds took our already limited breath away and whipped at the prayer flags that marked the summit. We were about an hour early for sunset, and the extra time allowed us to bundle up, look around...
Enlightened Equipment Enigma 20 Quilt Review
Last Updated: April 1, 2025
While traditional mummy-style sleeping bags remain the most popular option for backpackers, those who sleep hot or count ounces are increasingly moving toward more streamlined quilts. Enlightened Equipment was one of the first to offer ultralight...