Tag: Road-Tested Gear

Arcopédico Footwear sells shoes it describes as “simple, comfortable, weightless.” Founder Elio Parodi created the iconic knit shoe in 1966. In 2017 the “Easy Walk Experience Line” was introduced with the Lolita walking flats as the line’s first style. Recently, Getaways for Grownups was asked to...

We road-tested a 2018 Chevrolet Trax through storms, sun and even frost. The Chevy Trax served us well from Atlanta, Georgia to Covington, Kentucky to Shenandoah County, Virginia and back again, from highways to gravel roads, city streets to mountain switchbacks. By Hope S. Philbrick When I...

We test-drove a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox compact SUV through picturesque Kentucky. All business, still fun. By Hope S. Philbrick When driving the sharpest-looking car in the lot, it’s easy to find even if you forget where you parked. I learned that lesson recently, while test-driving a 2018 Chevrolet...

All natural, dry cured ham made in Boone, North Carolina. Since 1948, Goodnight Brothers has been producing all natural, dry cured ham in the North Carolina High Country. The production process takes about a year to complete. Starting with pigs that are raised on family farms where...

S. Wallace Edwards & Sons; Producers of Virginia’s finest smoked meats & specialty foods since 1926. Upgrade your grilling game, year round. By Hope S. Philbrick This year, I’ll be cooking two Thanksgiving dinners, one for a friend visiting the week before the holiday (the date he...

Don’t let the fact that you wear glasses stop you from playing sports. If you wear glasses, or have figured out that contacts and water don’t easily mix, Anglo Italian Optical makes it easy to see while swimming or skiing. The company launched the Aquaviz and...

Laser hair removal means you won’t have to pack a razor. Located in Atlanta, Ga., WIFH is one of the nation’s first concierge medical practices specializing in laser treatments. Dr. Jay Kulkin and his staff of medical professionals have performed over 250,000 laser procedures. The Claim: Smooth...

UV Skinz sells clothing that offers peace of mind from the sun’s damaging rays. The company was launched after the owner Rhonda Sparks lost her 32-year-old husband to melanoma; she was determined to bring products to the market that can help people be safe yet...

The search for ultra-light, sturdy luggage is not futile. First Impression: This rolling hardside carry-on is cute and practical. It’s available in a rainbow of colors. It’s lightweight (less than eight pounds), rolls or spins on four wheels and has a telescoping handle. Road Test: Whether...