Since graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Lauren has been on the never-ending road trip. She's equally at home in the high peaks of the Rockies as Utah's red desert, but she knows that nothing is better than a granite handcrack and therefore currently calls the Search & Rescue team in Yosemite home. When not putting her International Relations degree to use in The New York Times Crossword puzzle, she can be found climbing, skiing, trail running, or binge-listening to NPR in her '97 GMC Safari named Bozarth.
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Lauren DeLaunay
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Best Cargo Boxes
Have more cargo than your car can carry? We bought the 11 best cargo boxes available today and tested them...How to Choose Women's Approach Shoes
What are approach shoes? And do I need a pair? This is a good place to start. With so many types of footwear, many of...Best Buy
La Sportiva Boulder X - Women's Review
A long-time favorite at OutdoorGearLab, the comfy upper, supportive sole, and durability make this shoe a great value.Best Running Jackets for Women of 2024
Our running experts have put some of this year's best running jackets to the test, pounding out the miles in the rainy...Editors' Choice
Smartwool Merino Sport Ultra Light Hoody - Women's Review
This Editor's Choice award winner is an extremely breathable, comfortable jacket chock full of excellent features...How to Choose Women's Travel Underwear
What is travel underwear, and do I need it? Arguments could be made for no, but we truly believe a good pair of travel...Top Pick
Brooks Canopy - Women's Review
This is a semi-comfortable jacket with a great sun protection rating. It's not as weather-resistant as others, but its...Yakima SkyBox 16 Carbonite Review
Although equipped with an annoying installation system, this is an excellent buy with a mid-range price tag. We love...How to Choose the Right Cargo Box for Your Vehicle
While adventuring around and testing our fleet, cargo boxes were sighted far more often when we were in the nucleus of...How to Choose the Best Women's Running Jacket
After months and months of deliberate hands-on testing, we're excited to bring you this review. But first, we want to...Top Pick
Patagonia Airshed Pro Pullover - Women's Review
This is a simple, effective running jacket. It's incredibly comfortable and breathable, and while it doesn't have a...Osprey Dyna 1.5 Review
Both inexpensive and limited in use. Its uncomfortable design and lack of storage make it a poor choice for ultra...Patagonia Houdini Air - Women's Review
A decent all-around jacket fit for most backcountry adventures, but it fails to excel in any one category. Breathable...How to Choose a Backpacking Chair
What should you consider when buying a lightweight portable backpacking chair? Below we break it down so you can sit...Top Pick
Arc'teryx Gaea Review
A great jacket best saved for the coldest of temperatures. With excellent running-specific features and a comfortable...
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