My idea of adventure has shifted a lot in the last couple of months. Last year I found myself on an airplane for one thing or another at least once a month- sometimes more! Instead, this year, I’ve barely even left the state of Colorado. I feel really grateful to live in a place with so much beauty, but all of this has also made me realize how many amazing places closer to home I had yet to explore. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Whether my adventures are just a day trip or require an overnight in my van, I like to have gear/clothes that work well in many situations. I’m not exactly a minimalist but anyone close to me will tell you that I’m constantly downsizing my belongings back down to the essentials. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ That’s one of the reasons I really like this “Y-Pack” backpack from topodesigns that I got from zappos. It’s super versatile- lots of pockets and storage making it great for use as a carry-on bag, but also super durable (it’s made is Cordura) to stand up to whatever adventure I take it on. It doe...