Billy Brown

Billy Brown writes about the fun stuff (action sports, gear, and beer) for a variety of publications. Follow his exploits on twitter and Instagram via @billy_writes.

MSR Guardian Purifier - Last One You’ll Ever Need

MSR Guardian Purifier – Last One You’ll Ever Need

The MSR Guardian is one of the finest water filters made with a price to match. This review puts it to the test in British Columbia.

August 28th, 2015
Great White Sharks Surround SUP'ers on California Coast

Great White Sharks Surround SUP’ers on California Coast

File under “holy crap!” SUP boarders keep cool while filming great white sharks up close.

July 27th, 2015
A Harrowing Night In: 10 Great Survival Movies Online

A Harrowing Night In: 10 Great Survival Movies Online

Living through a survival situation generally sucks. Watching someone else do it? A great night of entertainment.

July 24th, 2015
Lululemon 'Yoga Beer' Is Now A Real Thing

Lululemon ‘Yoga Beer’ Is Now A Real Thing

Beer and yoga pants? Lululemon says “yes” with a partnership with Stanley Park Brewing.

July 17th, 2015
Recon Survival Tool: Combination Hatchet, Saw, Machete & Zombie-Killer

Recon Tool: Hatchet, Saw, Machete & Zombie-Killer

Dig a hole, cut wood, or fight off undead attackers.

July 7th, 2015
Ultralight, Ultra-Pretty Electric Bike

Ultralight, Ultra-Pretty Electric Bike

The Maxwell EPO takes on the aesthetically-challenged world of electric bikes with this classic-looking design.

July 7th, 2015
Avoid Accidental Nudity With Mobile Changing Room

Avoid Accidental Nudity With Mobile Changing Room

Avoid accidental nudity, and the attached legal consequences, with a privacy screen that attaches to SUVs.

July 1st, 2015
The Watch That Could 'Save Your Life'

The Watch That Could ‘Save Your Life’

Meet the watch that could save your life. But at $16,000, the world’s first satellite beacon watch may also be the most expensive PLB.

June 26th, 2015
Keen Women’s Durand Mid WP Hiking Boots

Keen Women’s Durand Mid WP Hiking Boots

The Durands are a solid, lightweight, great all-around backpacking and hiking boot, assuming you can get the correct fit length and width-wise.

June 17th, 2015
Father's Day Gift Guide: Made In America Edition

Father’s Day Gift Guide: Made In America Edition

If your dad loves the outdoors as much as he loves this land, get him a gift made in the U.S.A.

June 8th, 2015
Drone Flies Itself, Follows Wherever You Go

Drone Flies Itself, Follows Wherever You Go

Just throw the Lily in the air and it takes flight, recording your every move.

May 12th, 2015
Ambit3 'All-Outdoors' Watch

Ambit3 ‘All-Outdoors’ Watch

This little watch is a powerful tool for all sorts of outdoors athletes.

April 24th, 2015
Must-Follow: Outdoor Gear Brands On Instagram

Must-Follow: Outdoor Gear Brands On Instagram

Follow these outdoor gear brands on Instagram, and enjoy a feed full of wicked cool photos.

April 23rd, 2015
Dream Job: Photojournalist In Norway

Dream Job: Photojournalist In Norway

Short but sweet, this photojournalist gig will take you to the best Norway has to offer.

April 3rd, 2015
Dream Job: Woods Canada Explorer

Dream Job: Woods Canada Explorer

Get paid $20,000 Canadian to hike the Trans Canada Trail this summer.

April 2nd, 2015