Expertise & Background

• Topics of Expertise: Surfing, paddle boarding, free diving, trad and sport climbing, mountaineering, snowboarding, trail running, hiking, camping, zip-off pants.
• Education: Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, University of Idaho
• Years of Writing: 10+
• Years of Gear Testing: 2
• Certifications: First Aid, CPR, HAZWOPER, SPRAT Level 1
• Club or Association Memberships: Hawai'i Climbing Coalition - Founding Vice President
• Previous Publications: Civil Beat, The Inertia, and literary work that can be found in About Place Journal, Boulevard Magazine, The Normal School, River Teeth’s Beautiful Things, and elsewhere.

Why I Chose This Career

I've found that having great gear makes adventures even better. As an ocean and mountain athlete, I've also found that risky pursuits demand trustworthy gear, so I enjoy sharing that hard-earned wisdom through personal experiences and reviews.

How I Began My Career

Following a long stint as a climbing guide in Hawai'i, writing travel journals eventually led me to become a devotee of literary nonfiction; I then earned an MFA in creative writing. In addition to publishing in literary magazines, I've been testing and reviewing gear for The Inertia for the last couple of years.