Bryan Baisley

Got this vest for my bernese mountain dog mix at the insistence of my partner. He is covered in very thick, shaggy fur and doesn't seem to get cold. Ever. But my gf spoils him and thought she saw him shiver once. Either way, it fits him perfectly as advertised, and the durable fabric and toasty insulation seems to work just as it should. It also seems to work well by pulling double duty as a thunder jacket. Reflective trim definitely helps us find him in the dark, too.

This is my first time skating Nikes and I am far from disappointed. There was a bit of a tough break-in period, but after the first month of heavy skating they are at an ideal comfort level. More durable than I expected, and the footbed feels really cushioned on big drops. Also, incredible board feel and control without having to sacrifice protection. Will definitely buy again.

Got this pack as a gift for my dad. He constantly commutes to NYC on the weekends and this pack has held up through multiple excursions so far this winter. He says the straps are super comfy and supportive, and that the interior is more roomy than you'd expect, with plenty of space for his jackets, lunch, gloves, and camera. He's a big fan.

Got this as an X-mas gift for my mom, who has perpetually frozen fingers when skiing. She always wore gloves, but I converted her to a mitten fan with this toasty pair. She loves how warm they are, the color, and keeps talking about how high-quality the construction is.

Got this as a gift for my brother who lives in Philly. He loves it for carrying his laptop and other electronic gear when riding his bike to and from work in the city. Says the straps are super comfortable and the top closure is very easy to use, would recommend.

Comfortable and breathable hat that's been on many adventures with me. Plus, it's still in great shape considering what it's been through.

Awesome water bottle for insanely ice-cold water that stays cold all day long. Wide mouth makes for very easy drinking, and the insulated design keeps ice in there for over 24 hours.

Gave this pair as a gift to my SO and they're her favorite jeans by a long shot. She says they fit great and are extra comfortable.

Gave as a gift, but I've heard nothing but good things. Says it durable, lightweight, and very comfortable!

These tights are structured enough to feel secure, but are not too thick where they hinder movement. The only thing that she didnt like was the tag placement on the inside back panel. It is weirdly long and pretty annoying, but easily fixed by cutting it out.

Gave this to my dad as a gift and he told me that it kept his beer nice and cold. Wasn't able to confirm that it kept the beer cold and carbonated for up to the advertised 24 hours, as my dad consumed the first batch in less than 2, but that very fact makes me think that those first 2 hours kept the beer in such a deliciously cold and bubbly state that he couldn't help himself from drinking it in one sitting. And that alone is reason enough to recommend it, whether or not the beer stays in optimal condition on the 24th hour. Which I'm sure it could have.

I treated myself to these bad boys (5in inseam, of course) back in May and, I kid you not, haven't taken them off since. The water-repellent design works just as well swimming at the lake as it does saddled up to the bar with beer flowing freely, while the super-short design not only gives me extra flexibility, but also shows off my getaway sticks (legs) to the world all summer long, so as not to deprive the masses from my world-class gams.

Gave this to my dad as a gift for Father's Day and it was readily apparent he had no idea what to do with it. But, as someone who's used one before, I can attest to how slick this bad boy really is. Ideal camping tool for everything from charging your phone to illuminating your dark tent when you're searching for that extra flannel you brought for unexpectedly low temps. And my dad will surely realize its importance during the next power outage on long island when he's cursing himself for not putting fresh batteries in his 20-year old flashlight.

This bad boy is freakin' crazy; it loads up a couple beers in one place, and then has them nice and cold for you as soon as you unzip it in another place. Mind. Blown. Bringing beers from one spot to another in a zippered, shoulder-sling package? Um, the future is here.

My friend's birthday was coming up and he kept talking about these shorts, so I gave them as a gift. He told me he won't ever wear another pair of board shorts.

Gave this as a congratulations gift to my partner and she loves it. She has a 15" Dell laptop that fits with wiggle room. It is bigger than we expected but it grew on her. It is not padded, but that is fine as long as you strategically pack a wireless mouse. She is so excited that she is going to have this bag for at least the next decade.

I gave these to my partner on our way to Zion for the weekend and she loves them. They are shorter than she normally would wear, but not uncomfortably. They are unlined and she cant get over how many things she can fit in the pockets.

Bought this ski sock as a gift for my cousin, who skis regularly on the weekends. She says she loves the warmth and the padding. She definitely recommends them.

Got these clamps for my friend as a gift. He's an avid fisherman and can't stop raving about them. He also love brightly colored things.

I wear these shorts every single day when summer rolls around. For skating, hiking, swimming, and just general backyard activities, these shorts get the job done. The nylon fabric and mesh lining help things dry quickly, while the adjustable drawstring always keeps things in place when you need to re-adjust.