Expertise & Background
- Topics of Expertise: Backcountry skiing, rock climbing, ice climbing, mountaineering, hiking, and backpacking
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Western Washington University
- Years of Gear Testing: 3
Why I Chose This Career
I've always been drawn to the mountains, whether it's skiing, hiking, climbing, or mountaineering. My three years working in an alpine equipment shop deepened my passion for finding the best gear for any situation. I love pushing gear to its limits and seeing what it can truly handle. Combining my love for the outdoors with my expertise in gear, testing outdoor equipment was a perfect fit for me.
How I Began My Career
In 2022, I began working at an alpine equipment shop in Bellingham, Washington, where I developed a keen interest in gear. This led to an invitation to join a backcountry ski gear testing trip with Switchback Travel on Mount Rainier in 2024. That experience sparked my transition into climbing gear testing, blending my outdoor passion with my gear expertise.
Recent Articles
Jetboil Flash 1.0L Backpacking Stove Review
Last Updated: July 10, 2025
Jetboil’s Flash stove has been a classic choice for backpackers for years, and it’s easy to see why. This integrated stove boasts a class-leading boil time and fuel efficiency, and its enclosed burner design gives it a boost in reliability...
Coros Pace 3 GPS Watch Review
Last Updated: August 20, 2025
The Coros Pace 3 GPS watch is billed as the brand's budget option, but there’s very little about this watch that’s budget quality. In fact, the Pace 3 has impressed me with its ability to keep up on a range of frontcountry and backcountry adventures...
Garmin Instinct 3 Solar GPS Watch Review
Last Updated: August 25, 2025
The Instinct 3 is the latest addition to Garmin’s venerable Instinct line, and while it preserves the series’ no-frills, tactical vibe, it boasts a number of important upgrades from the previous 2. Most notably, the Instinct 3 Solar has an even longer...
MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove Review
Last Updated: October 10, 2024
The MSR PocketRocket 2 has earned its place as one of the most iconic backpacking stoves on the market thanks to its proven performance and lightweight, compact design. While many members of our team have used and abused the PocketRocket throughout the...