Becca is originally from a sleepy mountain village in New Mexico called Cloudcroft. She moved to Colorado to attend MSU Denver and obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a secondary degree in Respiratory Therapy. After this, Becca spent a significant portion of her time as a respiratory therapist in the intensive care unit (ICU) and surgical robotics operating room. Becca's mind is naturally curious and analytical, and she enjoys experimenting and conducting experiments. She loves gear of all types and researches it to the point of exhaustion, so joining the GearLab team was a no-brainer.
Becca, who has had a lifelong interest in photography, received her first DSLR camera as a present when she turned 14. Since that time, her enthusiasm for photography has increased significantly. She enjoys Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, hiking, rock climbing, skiing, paddle boarding, and competing in triathlons. Most of all, Becca loves to spend time with her husband, son, and dogs.
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Becca Glades
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Best Exercise Equipment
Health goals change from person to person, which is why our testing was designed to encompass a variety of goals and...
The Best Barefoot Shoes for Women
Barefoot shoes got a bad rap shortly after their introduction to the mainstream. In this review, we talk about ways to...
The Best Barefoot Shoes
Our team of barefoot experts has put an entire lineup of men's and women's barefoot shoes to the test. We focused on...
Top Pick
Wildling Mar for Women Review
These shoes are so minimal that the ground feedback exceeds expectations. If you are after the most barefoot shoe on...
The Best Walking Shoes for Women
Through more than 200,000 test steps in the field and meticulous lab analysis (including cutting shoes in half!)...
The Best Coolers
Looking to keep your food fresh and beers cold while you're out adventuring? We've researched and tested hundreds of...
Top Pick
On Cloud 6 for Women Review
These walking shoes can do it all, thanks to the supportive and comfortable build. They are lightweight, breathable...
Top Pick
Hoka Clifton 10 for Women Review
This shoe is as cushioned as it gets. And, it is very comfortable and supportive. We gladly chose this shoe for hours...
The Best Soft Coolers
Which soft cooler is the best? To find out, we took the top-rated and most popular models available and compared them...
The 5 Best Camping Blankets
Want to stay cozy by the campfire? We do too. We purchased 16 of the best camping blankets available on the market for...
How to Choose Barefoot Shoes for Women
Footwear has evolved over several hundred years, and today running shoes often feature lots of cushioning and bulky...
Editors' Choice
Lems Primal Zen for Women Review
We love these shoes for many reasons, but they truly shine in their casual style and comfortable fit.
Editors' Choice
Merrell Vapor Glove 6 for Women Review
You can't go wrong with these barefoot shoes. They are lightweight, breathable, and comfortable right out of the box...
Best Buy
Whitin Minimalist for Women Review
These barefoot shoes are a great place to begin as they are available at a price that is hard to beat and they perform...
How to Choose a Cooler
How do you choose the right cooler among so many fantastical claims? We've spent years testing the best products and...
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