Shey has a degree in creative writing and English rhetoric from the University of Alaska. She has written for Alpinist, American Alpine Journal, Backpacker and a number of other outdoor publications. She has an extensive background in alpine rock climbing and has tested over 50 paddle boards for GearLab.
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If the Vibe is feeling a little short it's easy to adjust.
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Shey Kiester
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Best Inflatable SUP Board of 2022
We bought some of the best inflatable SUPs and paddled them in a variety of conditions to find out which offer the...
Best Windbreaker Jacket For Women of 2022
Searching for the essential layer for just about any three-season adventure? For the last 9 years, we've tested the...
Editors' Choice
Chaco Z/Cloud 2
Our testers love this pair for its durability, stability, and supreme adjustability. It has a large following who...
Top Pick
KEEN Clearwater CNX
Our favorite closed-toe option, this versatile sandal is ready for any warm-weather adventure in the outdoors.
Best SUP Paddles of 2022
After comparing over 125 different SUP paddles, we purchased the 14 most compelling paddles currently available and...
Top Pick
Patagonia Houdini - Women's
The Houdini has was first introduced years ago. It's been a favorite ever since. This hard-charging windbreaker is...
Teva Verra
A simplified take on its cousin the Tirra, this model is fine around town but lacks a rugged capacity for moderate...
How to Choose Sandals for Women
The best advice we can give for purchasing new footwear is to never let a review (not even this one!) take the place...
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Bullet Proof Surf Alloy
The Best Buy award-winning Bullet Proof Surf Alloy is sturdy and has a long adjustment range. A nylon blade and...
Best Buy
Werner Vibe
The Vibe is a great all-around product and scored well in our testing. It's constructed with a wrapped fiberglass...
Editors' Choice
Werner Trance 95 Performance
The Werner Trance 95 Performance quickly established itself as a top performer in our test, with unmatched water...
Choosing the Right Adjustable SUP Paddle
So you made the investment and bought a stand up paddle board and now you need a paddle. Which one should you buy...
Top Pick
KIALOA Insanity
The Insanity is a fantastic lightweight adjustable paddle, constructed with a durable impact resistant Fiberglass...
iGK Pure Carbon Fiber
The iGK Pure Carbon is a lightweight three-piece paddle that is best for travelers who want to take their SUP setup...
Eddie Bauer Uplift Windshell - Women's
Though we had no expectations for this windbreaker, it proved itself to be "the jacket that could," pairing a pretty...
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