I live life behind a lens; it's a shield and a way to express creativity. This blog is a runway for that creativity displayed through photography and text.

Gear

Everything here is gear I actually own and use. On set, that's my cameras, lighting and modifiers, backdrops, tripods, grip, bags and cases, digital tech and power. Off set, it's the travel gear, clothing and footwear I pack, the health and supplement routine that keeps me going, and the bug out bag I keep ready for emergencies. Pick a category to narrow the list, or sort by price or name.

Cameras & Accessories

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

My main stills body for editorial and commercial sets.

DJI Mavic 4 Pro Creator Combo

Aerials and establishing shots on location.

DJI Osmo Action 4 Standard Combo

Rugged POV and behind-the-scenes clips.

Ilford XP2 Super Single Use Camera (Black)

Black-and-white film disposable for behind the scenes.

Phase One IQ4 150MP Camera System

The 150MP back I shoot campaigns and fine-detail work on.

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Schneider Kreuznach 40-80mm LS f/4.0-5.6 Blue Ring

The zoom that lives on the XF for most of a shoot.

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Phase One XF Camera Body with Prism Viewfinder

Medium format body for studio and location portraits.

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Schneider Kreuznach 35mm LS f/3.5 Blue Ring

Wide for environmental portraits and big sets.

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Schneider Kreuznach 55mm LS f/2.8 Blue Ring

Fast normal-wide with leaf-shutter flash sync.

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Phase One XF Vertical Grip

Extra battery and a proper grip for vertical portraits.

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Phase One XF L-Bracket

Quick switch between horizontal and vertical on the tripod.

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Phase One Battery for IQ Backs (2-Pack)

Spares so the back never dies mid-set.

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Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM

Compression for fashion and portraits.

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM

Wide for interiors, big sets and behind-the-scenes.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

The lens that lives on the camera most days.

Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM

Environmental portraits and behind-the-scenes.

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM

One-lens travel and run-and-gun coverage.

DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal

Smooth phone video for social and BTS.

Think Tank Hydrophobia D 70-200 V3 Rain Cover

Rain cover that keeps a body and 70-200 shooting in a downpour.

Calibrite ColorChecker Passport Photo 2

Color target for accurate color.

Canon EW-83E Lens Hood

Replacement hood for a Canon wide zoom.

adicam First Digi Camera Hoop V2

Accessory for a compact digital camera.

Hoodman Lens Cleanse Kit

Pre-moistened lens wipes.

ROR Residual Oil Remover

Lens cleaning solution.

Lee Filters ND Grad Soft Set

Balances bright skies against the foreground.

Hoya Variable Density II ND 82mm

Variable ND for wide apertures in daylight.

LEE Filters LEE100 Filter Holder

Holds square ND and grad filters in front of the lens.

Hoya 82mm NXT Plus Circular Polarizer

Polarizer for glare and skies.

Sensei PRO 72-82mm Step-Up Ring

Fits 82mm filters on 72mm lenses.

Sensei PRO 77-82mm Step-Up Ring

Fits 82mm filters on 77mm lenses.

MindShift Filter Nest Mini

Pouch for round filters.

Profoto Connect Pro for Canon

Wireless control for every Profoto head on set.

PocketWizard Plus III

Reliable radio triggers for any brand of strobe.

PocketWizard MultiMAX II Transceiver

Quad-zone trigger for multi-pack setups and remote cameras.

PocketWizard CM-N3 Canon Pre-Trigger Cable

Wakes the camera to cut trigger lag with PocketWizards.

PocketWizard Plus III Sync Cable Kit

Sync cables to connect PocketWizards to lights and cameras.

Canon BG-E20 Battery Grip

Vertical shooting for portraits and longer battery life.

Canon LP-E6P Battery

Spare power for the 5D bodies. I carry a dozen.

Canon LC-E6 Battery Charger

Keeps the battery rotation going on long days.

SanDisk 32GB Extreme Pro CompactFlash

CF cards for the 5D Mark IV.

SanDisk 64GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I

SD cards for the camera.

SanDisk 64GB Extreme microSDXC UHS-I

microSD cards for the drone and action camera.

Lighting

Profoto D30 500Ws Monolight

Studio workhorse. Fast recycle for movement.

Profoto B20 OCF Flash Head

Battery head for location work.

Profoto A10 AirTTL-C for Canon

On-camera and run-and-gun location light.

Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT

Small on-camera flash and radio-controlled fill.

Interfit Fluorescent Ring Light 19"

Even, shadowless ring light for beauty and video.

Lighting Modification

Profoto RFi Octa 5'

My go-to key for full-length fashion.

Profoto White Softlight Beauty Dish 20.5"

Beauty and close-up portraits.

Profoto RFi 1x6' Softbox

Tall strip for rim light and full-length edges.

Profoto 50° Softgrid for 5' Octa

Controls spill from the 5' Octa.

Chimera Lantern Softbox 30"

Lantern for soft, wraparound light.

Elinchrom Rotalux Octabox 53"

Even, wrapping light for beauty and portraits.

Profoto RFi 2x3' Softbox

Compact key light for headshots and products.

Elinchrom Rotalux 59" Indirect Softbox

Bounced, very soft light for skin.

Elinchrom Rotalux Deep Octabox 39"

Deep octa with more contrast and control.

Profoto RFi Speed Ring

Mounts RFi softboxes to Profoto heads.

Photek SoftLighter 60"

Big, soft, cheap, and packs into a tube.

Photek SoftLighter 46"

A smaller version of the Softlighter, great on location.

Profoto 1x4' Softgrid

Keeps strip light off the background.

Profoto 50° Softgrid 2x3'

Tightens the 2x3' softbox.

Photek Sunbuster 84"

Massive soft source for groups and wide sets.

Profoto Deep White Umbrella XL

Huge, soft source for fashion and full-length.

Profoto Deep White Umbrella Large

Big, wrapping light for groups and full-length.

Profoto Deep White Umbrella Medium

Fast, soft light that sets up in seconds.

Profoto Soft Bounce for A-Series

Softens the A10 for on-camera and small spaces.

Profoto Deep White Umbrella Small

Fast, soft light that sets up in seconds.

Profoto Umbrella Diffuser XL

Turns the deep umbrella into a softbox.

Profoto Umbrella Diffuser Large

Turns the deep umbrella into a softbox.

Profoto Umbrella Diffuser Medium

Turns the deep umbrella into a softbox.

Profoto Umbrella Diffuser Small

Turns the deep umbrella into a softbox.

Profoto Zoom Reflector

The standard reflector, with adjustable spread.

Westcott Illuminator 5-in-1 Reflector 40"

Fill, bounce or flag in one collapsible disc.

TRP Silent Grid Cloth Quarter 12x12'

Soft diffusion for overheads.

Matthews 12x12' Silk

Softens the sun over a whole scene.

Matthews 8x8' Silk

Diffusion for daylight portraits outdoors.

Matthews 8x8' Solid

Negative fill and blocking unwanted light.

Matthews 6x6' Silk

Diffusion for small setups and tight spaces.

Profoto Grid & Filter Holder Kit

Grids and gels for hard, controlled light.

Rosco Cinegel 3409 1/4 CTO (48" x 25' Roll)

Warming gel for windows and lights.

Rosco Cinegel 3410 1/8 CTO (48" x 25' Roll)

Light warming gel.

Rosco Color Effects Filter Kit 12x12"

Color gels for backgrounds and accent lights.

Rosco Matte Black Cinefoil 12" x 50'

Black foil for shaping and flagging light.

Backdrops

Savage Seamless 107" (Black)

Deep black for dramatic portraits.

Savage Seamless 107" (Gray)

The studio default. Neutral and forgiving.

Savage Seamless 107" (White)

Clean white for fashion and commercial.

Savage Seamless 53" (Black)

Narrow black roll for headshots and products.

Savage Seamless 53" (Gray)

Narrow gray roll for headshots.

Savage Seamless 53" (White)

Narrow white roll for headshots and products.

Gravity Backdrops Hand-Painted Canvas

Painted texture for portraits with character.

Tripods & Support

Benro TMA48CXL Mach3 Series 4 Extra Long CF Tripod

Tall enough to shoot over a crowd or a set wall.

Benro C373F CF Video Tripod with S8 Head

Smooth pans and tilts for video.

Benro A48FD Monopod with S6 Video Head

Monopod with a fluid head for quick video.

Benro MMA49C Mach3 CF Monopod

Light support when a tripod won't fit.

Benro B4 Triple Action Ball Head

A sturdy ball head for heavy setups.

Benro GD3WH 3-Way Geared Head

Precise framing for products and architecture.

Benro MoveOver12 35.4" Dual Carbon Slider

Adds slow camera movement to video.

Benro B2 Ball Head

Compact ball head for travel.

Benro HH75AV 75mm Hi-Hat

Low-angle video shots from the floor or a table.

Eurmax Waterbag Weights (4-Pack)

Water weights that pack empty and fill on location.

Grip

Avenger 12x12' Overhead Frame

Holds a 12x12 silk or solid.

Avenger 8x8' Overhead Frame

Holds an 8x8 silk or solid.

Avenger H600M 6x6' Overhead Frame

Holds a 6x6 silk or solid.

V-Flat World Foldable V-Flat 2.0 (Set of 2)

Black and white foldable flats for bounce and negative fill.

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The Rag Place 4x4' Floppy Tent (3-Sided)

Three-sided bounce tent for controlled fill.

Matthews 48x48" Floppy Cutter

Large flag that unfolds to block even more light.

Matthews 24x72" Cutter

Long flag for cutting light off a background.

Matthews Solid Frame Scrim 48x48" White Artificial Silk

Diffusion panel for softening a light.

Matthews Open End Scrim 18x24" White Artificial Silk

Small diffusion panel in front of a light.

Matthews Open End Scrim 24x36" White Artificial Silk

Small diffusion panel in front of a light.

Matthews Open-End Silk Scrim 24x36" (1/4 Stop)

Light silk to take the edge off a light.

Matthews Open End Scrim 24x36" Double

Knocks a light down about one stop.

Matthews Open End Scrim 24x36" Single

Knocks a light down about half a stop.

Matthews 24x36" Flag

Cuts light where you don't want it.

Matthews Open End Scrim 18x24" Double

Knocks a light down about one stop.

Matthews Open End Scrim 18x24" Single

Knocks a light down about half a stop.

Matthews 18x24" Flag

Small flag for precise cuts.

Matthews Mombo Combo Stand

For overheads and heavy rigs.

Matthews Pocket C-Stand

Compact C-stand that travels.

Matthews Monitor Stand II

Light stand for lights, flags and monitors.

Manfrotto 420B Combi Boom Stand

Boom for hair lights and overheads.

Avenger C-Stand 10.7' Black

Every set has ten of these.

Matthews Preemie Baby Stand

Short stand for low lights and floor setups.

Avenger D600CB Mini Boom

Boom arm for overhead lights.

Avenger Roller Stand 17

Tall rolling stand for heavy lights.

Manfrotto Autopole Pair (Black)

Floor-to-ceiling poles for hanging backgrounds.

Photoflex LiteReach Plus Boom

Handheld boom for running a light on location.

Matthews Mini MAX Boom Stand

Puts a light high overhead without a stand in frame.

Matthews Rock n' Roller Monitor Wheel Set

Rolling base for monitor stands.

Matthews Combo Adapter Wheels (Set of 3)

Puts combo stands on wheels.

Raynesys Foldable Wagon Cart 180L (Black)

Folding cart that hauls stands, sandbags and cases from the truck to set.

Cardellini XL End Clamp

Strong clamp for pipes, tables and doors.

Avenger D520 40" Extension Arm

Gets lights and flags out over the subject.

Kupo Universal Projector Mount

Mounts a projector or laptop shelf on a stand.

Avenger D400 4.5" Grip Head

Heavy-duty grip head for bigger flags and arms.

Manfrotto Lite-Tite Nero Umbrella Adapter

Mounts a flash and umbrella on a stand.

Manfrotto 035 Super Clamp

Clamps a light or accessory to almost anything.

Avenger D200 2.5" Grip Head

Standard grip head for C-stands.

Manfrotto 014-38 Rapid Adapter

Adapter from 5/8" stud to 3/8" thread.

Matthews Baby Pin

Mounts lights and accessories anywhere.

Matthews Steady Rest

Steadies a handheld camera.

Manfrotto 022 Counterweight 15 lb

Balances heavy booms.

Avenger G100-2 Sandbag 13 lb

Keeps every stand on set safe. I own 30.

Matthews Apple Box Full

Raises talent, gear or the camera. Always on set.

Dayton Pneumatic Rolling Stool

Low rolling stool for shooting at eye level and posing on set.

Matthews Apple Box Half

Raises talent, gear or the camera. Always on set.

Matthews Apple Box Quarter

Raises talent, gear or the camera. Always on set.

ProTapes Pro Pocket Fluorescent Spike Tape Stack

Pocket rolls of spike tape for marks on set.

Matthews Cable Ties (20-Pack)

Keeps cables tidy and coiled.

ProTapes Pro Gaffer Tape 2" (White)

White gaffer for labels and marks.

Think Tank Red Whips V2.0

Bungee ties for cables.

Sharpie Fine Point Permanent Markers (12-Pack)

For labeling cases, cables and marks on set.

Sharpie Ultra Fine Point Permanent Markers (12-Pack)

For small labels on batteries and cards.

Matthews 32" Safety Cable

Safety cable for lights rigged overhead.

ProTapes Pro Gaffer Tape 2" (Black)

Covers logos on cases so gear draws less attention in transit.

ProTapes Fluorescent Spike Tape (4-Pack)

Marks my cases so I can spot them at baggage claim.

Motorola CP200d Two-Way Radio

The set walkie I hand to every crew member.

Motorola 2-Pin Acoustic Tube Earpieces (2-Pack)

Earpieces for crew walkies.

AIRSN Replacement Earmolds for Radio Earpieces

Spare earmolds for the walkie earpieces.

ABCCANOPY 10x10 Pop-Up Canopy with Sidewalls

Shade and shelter for outdoor sets.

Totes Auto-Open Vented Golf Umbrella

Big umbrella for talent and gear between takes.

ORFORD Portable Aluminum Ramp 6'

Folding ramp for rolling carts and cases into vans and up stairs.

DeWalt TSTAK Extra Large Tool Box (DWST17806)

Stackable box for grip hardware and tools.

Amazon Basics Commercial Carpet Mat 4x6'

Mat for wardrobe changes and protecting floors.

DeWalt TSTAK II 13" Flat-Top Tool Box

Small stackable box for clamps and hardware.

DeWalt DWHT70263M Folding Hex Key Set (Metric)

Folding hex keys for tightening rigs and stands.

Bags & Cases

SKB iSeries 2918-14 Wheeled Case

Waterproof rolling case for lights and grip.

SKB iSeries 3019-12 Case

Medium waterproof case for lighting kits.

SKB iSeries 4217-7 Wheeled Case

Long rolling case for stands and modifiers.

SKB iSeries 6018-8 Case

Long case for stands and booms.

SKB iSeries 3026-15 Case

Large waterproof case for shipping gear.

SKB iSeries 4213-12 Case with Dividers

Divided hard case for larger kits.

SKB iSeries 2011-7 Case with Think Tank Dividers

Padded hard case for camera kits.

SKB 3i-2015-7 Waterproof Case

Waterproof case for small gear.

Think Tank Airport Security V3.0

Carry-on roller that fits a full body-and-lens kit.

Think Tank Airport Advantage Roller

Lightweight carry-on roller.

Think Tank Airport International V3.0

International carry-on roller for camera kits.

Think Tank Freeway Longhaul 50 Camera Duffel

Rolling duffel for long location trips.

Think Tank Retrospective 7

Shoulder bag for a body and a few lenses.

Think Tank Shape Shifter 17 V2.0

Expandable backpack for laptop and camera.

Think Tank Retrospective 5

Low-profile shoulder bag for a small kit.

Think Tank My 2nd Brain Briefcase 13

Slim laptop briefcase.

Think Tank My 2nd Brain 13

Padded sleeve for the laptop.

BlackRapid Double X Camera Harness

Carries two bodies at once.

BlackRapid RS-4 Classic Sling Strap

Comfortable sling for one body.

Matthews 48x48" Flag Bag

Carries large flags and cutters.

Matthews 24x36" Flag Bag

Carries flags and scrims.

Avenger H6BAG Overhead Frame Bag

Carries overhead frames.

Think Tank Cable Management 20

Mesh pouches for cables and small parts.

Think Tank Battery Holder 4

Keeps charged and dead batteries sorted.

Think Tank Pixel Pocket Rocket

Keeps memory cards organized.

NEEWER Padded Camera Bag Insert

Turns any bag into a camera bag.

Think Tank Credential Holder V2.0

Keeps credentials handy on location.

Think Tank Cable Management 10

Small pouch for chargers and cables in a carry-on.

Digital Tech Workstation

Apple 16" MacBook Pro M4 Max (Space Black)

Tethering on set and editing at the desk.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro (Black)

BTS clips, client texts and scouting shots.

Apple 13" iPad Pro M5 (Space Black)

Client previews and mood boards on set.

ViewSonic VP3256-4K 32" Monitor

Color-critical retouching.

ViewSonic VP2776T-4K 27" Monitor

Color-accurate 4K display for editing.

ViewSonic VP16-OLED Portable Monitor

Portable OLED for checking images on set.

Wacom Intuos Pro Medium

Pen tablet for retouching.

Synology DS1825+ 8-Bay NAS

Archive for every RAW file I shoot.

WD Red Pro 12TB NAS Drive

Fills the NAS bays for the archive.

WD Blue 4TB SATA SSD

Internal SSD for storage upgrades.

Synology SNV3400 800GB M.2 NVMe SSD

NVMe cache drive for the Synology NAS.

LaCie Rugged Mini 2TB (USB-C)

Tough drive for on-set backups.

SanDisk Professional PRO-READER Multi-Card Reader

Fast offloads from CFexpress, SD and microSD.

Tether Tools TetherPro Optima 10G TetherBoost Locking USB-C Extension 16'

Locking powered extension for long tether runs.

Tether Tools TetherBoost Pro USB-C Core Controller 16' (Black)

Powered extension that keeps long tethers stable.

Belkin 4-Port USB-C Hub

Extra ports for the laptop on set.

Tether Tools TetherPro USB-C to Micro-B Right-Angle 15'

Tether cable from the camera to the laptop.

Tether Tools TetherPro USB 3.0 Extension 16'

High-visibility orange so nobody trips.

Tether Tools StrapMoore

Strap for securing a laptop to a stand or cart.

Anker USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

Wired network for fast uploads on set.

Teradek Ace 750 Wireless HDMI TX/RX Set

Wireless video from camera to client monitor.

Teradek Ace 750 Wireless HDMI Receiver

Extra receiver for a second monitor on set.

Sennheiser AVX Wireless Lav System

Wireless lav for interviews.

Shure SM7B

Broadcast mic for podcasts and voiceover.

Shure MV7+

USB and XLR mic for quick recordings.

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2

Audio interface for the SM7B.

Inovativ Voyager 36 EVO Cart

Rolling digital tech station for tethered shoots.

Inovativ DigiSystem Pro DigiTech Kit

Laptop and monitor mounts for the cart.

MultiCart R12 Stealth

Hauls gear from the truck to set.

APC Back-UPS Pro BX1500M

Keeps the workstation alive in a power outage.

Inovativ Utility Trough (Medium)

Tray for small items on the cart.

Inovativ 5/8" Baby Pin System

Mounts accessories to the cart.

Inovativ 4" Cable Hooks (Pair)

Keeps cables off the floor at the cart.

Teradek LP-E6 Battery Plate

Runs the Teradek off Canon batteries.

Power

Anker 555 PowerHouse

Portable power station for laptops on location.

Anton/Bauer Titon 90 Kit (V-Mount)

Powers monitors and video gear off the grid.

Anker PowerHouse 521

Portable power station for laptops and lights on location.

Profoto B10 Li-Ion Battery

Spare battery for the B10.

Anker PowerHouse 90

Small power bank with an AC outlet.

Travel

How I pack for shoots around the world: read Travel Like a Pro →

Apple AirPods 5

Earbuds for flights.

Apple Watch Ultra 4 (Black Titanium)

Health tracking and timers on long shoot days.

Eagle Creek Migrate 60L Duffel Backpack

Duffel that carries like a backpack.

Amazon Basics Hardside Carry-On Spinner Luggage 20"

Simple hardside carry-on.

Master Lock 4688D TSA-Approved Luggage Lock

TSA-approved lock for checked bags.

Etekcity EL11 Digital Luggage Scale

Weigh bags before the airline does.

Eagle Creek Pack-It Isolate Packing Cube Set

Packing cubes that keep a bag organized.

Eagle Creek Explore Hip Pack

Hip pack for passport, phone and cash.

Eagle Creek Pack-It Isolate Packing Cube L

Large packing cube.

Eagle Creek Stash RFID Crossbody Bag

Small crossbody for passport and phone.

Sea to Summit Mesh Stuff Sack Set

Mesh sacks for sorting gear.

Eagle Creek Pack-It Isolate Packing Cube M

Medium packing cube.

Eagle Creek Undercover RFID Money Belt

Hidden pocket for cash and a backup card.

Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Bag 20L

Keeps clothes and electronics dry.

Vaultz Locking Money Pouch

Locking pouch for cash and passports.

Eagle Creek Pack-It Isolate Shoe Sack

Keeps dirty shoes away from clean clothes.

Eagle Creek Pack-It Isolate Slim Packing Cube M

Slim cube for shirts and flat items.

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Anker SOLIX PS100 Bifacial Portable Solar Panel

Folding solar panel to charge on remote trips.

Anker Power Bank (20K, 87W, Built-In USB-C Cable)

High-output power bank with a built-in USB-C cable.

Apple 240W USB-C Charge Cable (2m)

Long cable that charges the MacBook from a far-off outlet.

Apple 60W USB-C Charge Cable (1m)

Short cable for the iPhone, iPad and power bank.

Black Diamond Storm Headlamp

Bright, waterproof headlamp for early starts.

CamelBak Crux 3L Reservoir

Hydration reservoir for long days on the trail.

Owala FreeSip Stainless Water Bottle 32oz

Insulated bottle I carry everywhere.

Aquapac Waterproof Phone Case

Keeps the phone dry on treks and in the rain.

CamelBak Crux Insulated Tube

Insulated tube so the water doesn't freeze.

Nalgene 48oz Wide Mouth Silo Bottle

Big bottle for hydrating at altitude.

CamelBak Magnetic Tube Trap

Keeps the hydration tube in place on a pack strap.

Cafflano Klassic

Portable pour-over coffee anywhere.

Pukka Three Ginger Organic Herbal Tea

Caffeine-free ginger tea for the stomach on travel days.

Purple Back Cushion

Lumbar support for long flights.

Purple Royal Seat Cushion

Seat cushion for long flights and drives.

Trtl Neck Support Travel Pillow

Neck support that actually works for sleeping on planes.

VENTY Portable Fan

Rechargeable fan for hot locations and stuffy rooms.

USB Portable Aromatherapy Diffuser

Small diffuser for hotel rooms and the car.

Mack's Ultra Soft Foam Ear Plugs

Foam earplugs for sleeping on planes and in hotels.

Sea to Summit Tek Towel

Quick-dry towel that packs small.

Sawyer 20% Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion

Picaridin repellent that is easy on gear and skin.

Touchland Power Mist Hand Sanitizer (Unscented)

Hand sanitizer mist for planes and markets.

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Sawyer Premium MAXI DEET Insect Repellent

DEET repellent for buggy places.

Ezy Dose Weekly 7-Sided Pill Planner

Weekly pill planner for supplements.

HotHands Hand Warmers

Air-activated hand warmers for cold shoots.

Leatherman Rebar

Multitool for fixes on the road.

Apple AirTag (2nd Gen, 4-Pack)

Tracker that goes in every checked bag.

Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles

Folding carbon poles that save the knees on descents.

NRS Otto Matik Inflatable Lifejacket

Low-profile inflatable PFD for shooting from boats.

Flight Flap Phone & Tablet Holder (XL)

Holds a phone or tablet on a seatback tray.

Flight Flap Phone & Tablet Holder (Large)

Smaller version that fits in a jacket pocket.

SkyClip+ Phone & Tablet Holder (Black)

Clips to the seatback so I can watch or work hands-free on flights.

TESSAN India Plug Adapter

Plug adapter with US outlets and USB for India.

Nite Ize Gear Tie Reusable Rubber Twist Tie 12"

Reusable rubber ties for cables and gear.

Nite Ize S-Biner Stainless Steel Dual Carabiner

Stainless carabiner for clipping gear to a bag.

Clothing

Outdoor Research Men's Transcendent Down Hoodie

Packable down for cold nights and early calls.

Outdoor Research Men's Foray 3L Rain Jacket

Waterproof shell jacket that packs small.

Outdoor Research Men's Ferrosi Hoodie

Wind- and water-resistant softshell I wear on most trips.

Outdoor Research Men's Trail Mix XT Fleece Jacket

Midweight fleece for layering.

Outdoor Research Men's Echo Long Sleeve Tee

Lightweight sun shirt that dries fast.

Carhartt Loose Fit Midweight Hooded Sweatshirt K121 (Black)

My everyday hoodie on set and on the road.

Outdoor Research Men's Foray 3L Rain Pant

Waterproof shell pant for rain and snow.

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Calamus WaveWalker Chest Waders

Waterproof chest waders for shooting in rivers and surf.

Smartwool Men's Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer Bottom

Merino base layer that stays warm and doesn't smell after days of wear.

Outdoor Research Men's Ferrosi Pant

Light, stretchy pant for hiking and travel days.

Vuori Ponto Performance Short 7" (Black Heather)

Soft performance shorts I wear on travel days.

Vuori Kore Short Unlined 7" (Black)

Lightweight everyday shorts for hot shoots.

Outdoor Research Men's Vigor Grid Fleece Bottoms

Warm fleece layer under shells.

Smartwool Men's Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer Crew

Merino crew I live in on cold-weather trips.

SAXX Quest Quick-Dry Mesh Boxer Brief Fly

Quick-dry underwear that can be washed in a sink.

Outdoor Research Men's Rocky Mountain High Gaiter II

Keeps snow and scree out of boots.

Smartwool Hike Classic Edition Liner Crew Socks

Thin liners under hiking socks to prevent blisters.

Smartwool Mountaineer Classic Edition Maximum Cushion Crew Socks

Maximum cushion for cold days and heavy boots.

Smartwool Hike Light Cushion Crew Socks

Everyday trekking socks with light cushioning.

Smartwool Hike Light Cushion Ankle Socks (Charcoal)

Ankle-height merino socks for warm days and travel.

Smartwool Hike Light Cushion Low Ankle Socks (Charcoal)

Low-cut merino socks for sneakers and warm days.

Smartwool Everyday Low Cut No Show Socks (Black)

No-show merino socks for low shoes.

Outdoor Research Whitefish Hat

Wide brim for sun and rain.

Carhartt A18 Watch Cap Beanie (Black)

The beanie I wear on every cold shoot.

Outdoor Research Alpine Fleece Balaclava

Face and neck coverage in wind and snow.

Buff Polar Reversible Neckwear

Fleece-lined neck warmer.

Buff CoolNet UV Wide Headband

Sweatband with UV protection.

Outdoor Research Coldfront Down Mitt

Down mitts for the coldest days.

Outdoor Research Men's Vigor Heavyweight Sensor Glove

Warmer touchscreen gloves for shooting in the cold.

Outdoor Research Men's Vigor Lightweight Sensor Glove

Light gloves that work with a touchscreen.

Julbo Explorer 2.0 Glacier Glasses

Glacier glasses for snow and high-altitude sun.

Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer Classic RB2140 (Black, G-15)

Everyday sunglasses. Non-polarized so I can read screens and see true color.

Footwear

Salomon XA PRO 3D GORE-TEX (Black)

Waterproof trail shoe for wet, rough locations.

Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid GTX

My Salomon hiking boot for treks and rough ground.

Salomon Speedcross 6 GTX

Salomon trail shoe with grip for mud and loose trails.

Hoka Clifton 11

My everyday shoe for airports and long city days.

KEEN Uneek

Comfortable sandal for downtime and hot climates.

OOFOS OOmy Zen Recovery Shoe (Black)

Recovery shoe for the end of a long shoot day.

OOFOS OOriginal Recovery Sandal (Black)

Recovery sandal I slip on after long days on set.

Health & Supplements

My personal routine, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor before starting supplements.

Zazzee Organic Aged Garlic Extract

Morning, on an empty stomach. 1 capsule.

Swanson Tri-Fiber Complex

Morning, on an empty stomach. 3 capsules.

Pure Encapsulations Silymarin (Milk Thistle)

Morning, on an empty stomach. 2 capsules.

NOW Zinc Picolinate 50mg

Daytime, 1 capsule.

Solgar Vitamin D3 10,000 IU

Daytime, 1 softgel.

Solaray Super Digestaway

Daytime, 3–4 capsules.

Pure Encapsulations Potassium Citrate

Day and night, 1 each.

Pure Encapsulations Curcumin

Day and night, 1 each.

Solaray Vitamin C 1000mg

Daytime, 1 capsule.

Pure Encapsulations Magnesium Glycinate

Night, 4 capsules.

Pure Encapsulations Melatonin 3mg

Melatonin to reset after time-zone changes.

Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega

4 softgels a day in total.

Carlson Cod Liver Oil (Lemon)

Daily, unmeasured pour.

KOS Organic Beet Root Powder

Daily.

Arbonne GutHealth Digestion & Microbiome Support

Daily, label serving.

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Arbonne MindHealth Focus Super Powder

Daily, label serving.

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Arbonne CleanTox Herbal Detox Tea

Daily, label serving.

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Arbonne FeelFit Pea Protein Shake (Vanilla)

Daily, label serving.

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Arbonne GutHealth Prebiotic Fiber

Daily, label serving.

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Arbonne BeWell Superfood Greens

Daily, label serving.

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Arbonne Sport Muscle Recovery

Arbonne recovery drink after a long day of work or trekking.

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365 Organic Whole Leaf Aloe Vera Juice

Mixed with water, about 16 oz combined, for my daily powders.

Yogi DeTox Tea

Caffeine-free detox tea.

Hyperice Hypervolt 3

Massage gun for sore shoulders after long shoot days.

Amazon Basics High-Density Foam Roller (36", Black)

Rolls out my back and legs after travel and long days on set.

Kieba Massage Lacrosse Balls (2-Pack)

Digs into knots in my back and shoulders after long days on set.

Books

Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer

Jon Krakauer on Chris McCandless and the Alaskan wilderness.

Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer

Krakauer's firsthand account of the 1996 Everest disaster.

Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing

Shackleton's Antarctic expedition and the fight to survive it.

Permanent Record by Edward Snowden

Edward Snowden's memoir.

Catch and Kill by Ronan Farrow

Ronan Farrow's reporting on Harvey Weinstein and the effort to bury the story.

Clapton: The Autobiography by Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton's autobiography.

A Long Way Home by Saroo Brierley

Saroo Brierley's search for the family he lost as a child in India.

Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell

Marcus Luttrell's account of Operation Red Wings.

No Easy Day by Mark Owen

A Navy SEAL's firsthand account of the bin Laden raid.

The Operator by Robert O'Neill

Robert O'Neill's memoir of his SEAL career and the bin Laden raid.

Into the Fire by Dakota Meyer

Dakota Meyer's firsthand account of the battle of Ganjgal in Afghanistan.

SAS Survival Handbook by John "Lofty" Wiseman

The classic field guide to wilderness and urban survival.

The Heart of the Photograph by David duChemin

100 questions for making stronger, more expressive photographs.

The Art of Noticing by Rob Walker

131 ways to spark creativity and find inspiration in everyday life.

The Daily Dad by Ryan Holiday

366 daily meditations on parenting.

Angels & Demons by Dan Brown

Robert Langdon book 1.

The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown

Robert Langdon book 2.

The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown

Robert Langdon book 3.

Inferno by Dan Brown

Robert Langdon book 4.

Origin by Dan Brown

Robert Langdon book 5.

The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown

Robert Langdon book 6.

Regarding Cocktails by Sasha Petraske

Classic cocktail recipes from the late bartender behind Milk & Honey.

Death & Co: Modern Classic Cocktails by David Kaplan, Nick Fauchald & Alex Day

Recipes and techniques from the Death & Co bar in New York.

Bug Out

SOG Ninja Tactical Daypack

The SOG pack that carries everything here.

ProCase Military Tactical Backpack

Tactical backpack with MOLLE webbing.

Rescue Essentials QuikLitter Stretcher

Lightweight emergency stretcher.

Leatherman Rebar Multitool

Multitool with pliers, blades and drivers.

Victorinox Huntsman Swiss Army Knife

Swiss Army knife.

Smith & Wesson M&P Special Ops Survival Knife

Fixed blade survival knife.

Smith & Wesson SWFR2S Tanto Folding Knife

Folding tanto knife.

EMT Trauma Shears 7.5in

Trauma shears.

Hults Bruk Hultan Hatchet

Small Swedish hatchet.

SOG Camp Axe

Compact camp axe.

SOG Entrenching Tool Folding Shovel

Folding shovel.

SOG Folding Camping Saw 8.25in

Folding saw for wood and shelter building.

Black Diamond Storm Headlamp

Bright, waterproof headlamp.

Streamlight MacroStream USB Flashlight (66320)

Rechargeable 500-lumen pocket flashlight.

Streamlight MicroStream Pocket Flashlight

Pocket flashlight.

Swiss Safe 6in Glow Sticks

Glow sticks for light and signaling.

GSI Outdoors Halulite Ketalist II Cook Set

Light pot and cup set for boiling water and cooking.

S.O.S. Rations 3600 Calorie Emergency Food Bar

3600-calorie ration bars with a long shelf life.

Swiss Safe 5-in-1 Ferro Rod Fire Starter

Ferro rod that sparks when wet.

Coghlan's Storm Matches

Windproof, waterproof matches.

Barebones Open Fire Glove

Leather gloves for handling hot pans and logs at the fire.

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Sawyer SP129 Squeeze Water Filter

Squeeze filter for safe drinking water.

GSI Outdoors Collapsible Water Cube

Collapsible water container.

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter

Straw filter to drink straight from a source.

Nalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Water Bottle

32oz Nalgene.

Potable Aqua Water Purification Tablets

Tablets to purify water.

Amazon Basics Waterproof Camping Tarp

Waterproof tarp for shelter.

Swiss Safe Mylar Emergency Rain Ponchos

Emergency ponchos that pack flat.

Swiss Safe Mylar Emergency Blankets (4 Pack)

Mylar blankets for warmth and signaling.

3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Respirator

Half-face respirator for smoke and dust.

Swiss Safe 120+32 Piece First Aid Kit

First aid kit with the basics and more.

TacMed Solutions SOF Tourniquet Gen 5

Tourniquet for serious bleeding.

3M 60926 P100 Respirator Cartridges

P100 cartridges for the respirator.

Recon Medical Combat Splint

Moldable splint for breaks and sprains.

Advil Liqui-Gels 200mg

Pain reliever.

Clorox Disinfecting Bleach 81oz

Bleach for disinfecting and treating water.

Vaseline Original Healing Jelly

Petroleum jelly for skin and fire starting.

Garmin Instinct GPS Watch

Rugged GPS watch with compass and long battery life.

Casio W800H Digital Watch

Simple digital watch with a long battery life.

Compact Emergency Air Horn

Air horn for signaling.

TurnOnSport Orienteering Compass

Baseplate compass for navigation.

Coghlan's Featherweight Signal Mirror

Signal mirror.

Hipat Emergency Whistles

Loud whistles for signaling.

Midland ER310 Emergency Crank Radio

Hand-crank radio with flashlight and phone charging.

Midland T71VP3 X-Talker Two-Way Radios

Two-way radios to stay in touch without cell service.

Anker 21W Portable Solar Charger

Folding solar charger for phones and radios.

Pelican 1200 Case with Foam

Crushproof waterproof case.

Vaultek LifePod 10 Lockable Case

Lockable waterproof case for documents and cash.

Buff Lightweight Merino Wool Neck Gaiter

Merino neck gaiter.

Outdoor Research Essential Midweight Balaclava

Balaclava for wind and cold.

Buff Original EcoStretch Neck Gaiter

Neck gaiter for sun, dust and cold.

Outdoor Research Swift Cap

Packable cap for sun and rain.

Military Shemagh Tactical Desert Scarf

Shemagh for sun, dust and warmth.

Outdoor Research Vigor Midweight Sensor Gloves

Touchscreen gloves.

DEWALT DPG781 Performance Mechanic Work Gloves

Work gloves for rough jobs.

MED PRIDE Nitrile Exam Gloves (100)

Nitrile gloves.

HotHands Hand Warmers (10 Pair)

Hand warmers for cold weather.

HotHands Toe Warmers

Toe warmers for cold nights.

Hefty Contractor Trash Bags 42 Gallon

Contractor bags for shelter, rain gear and waste.

BOOSTEADY 36-Piece MOLLE Attachments

MOLLE clips and straps for attaching gear.

HMROPE Heavy Duty Zip Ties 8in (100)

Heavy-duty zip ties for quick fixes.

SINGER 01511 Survival Sew Kit

Sewing kit for clothing and gear repairs.

Paracord Planet 550 Paracord

550 cord for shelter lines, repairs and lashing.

Cridoz 22 Gauge Stainless Steel Wire

Stainless wire for repairs and rigging.

Paracord Planet WindIt Wizard Cord Keeper

Keeps paracord tangle-free.

Gorilla Clear Glue

Glue for repairs.

VELCRO Brand Extreme Outdoor Tape

Outdoor hook-and-loop tape for gear repairs.

Gorilla Duct Tape

Duct tape fixes almost anything.

Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Bag

Dry bag.

WYNEX Tactical Admin MOLLE Pouch (EMT Organizer)

Admin pouch that holds the med kit.

MOLLE Utility Pouches (2 Pack)

MOLLE utility pouches.

MOLLE Water Bottle Pouch

MOLLE pouch for a water bottle.

Catchmeister Fishing Lure Kit

Compact fishing kit.

HERCULES Braided Fishing Line

Braided line for fishing and repairs.

SimpleShot Scout XT Slingshot

Slingshot.

Slingshot Ammo 3/8in Clay Balls

Clay ammo for the slingshot.

Rand McNally 2027 Road Atlas

Paper road atlas for when there is no signal.

Smith & Wesson Tactical Pen

Tactical pen with glass breaker.

SAS Survival Handbook (Third Edition)

The classic survival reference.

Rite in the Rain Weatherproof Clicker Pen (2 Pack)

Pens that write in the rain.

Amazon Basics #2 Pencils (24)

Pencils that write when wet or cold.

Rite in the Rain Weatherproof Top Spiral Notebook 3x5

Weatherproof notebook.

Eccliy 2oz Plastic Squeeze Bottles (100 Pack)

Small squeeze bottles for soap, fuel and meds.

Sawyer SP649 Permethrin Clothing Treatment

Permethrin to treat clothing against ticks.

Arcturus Camo Face Paint Sticks

Face paint sticks.

DUDE Wipes Flushable Wet Wipes

Wet wipes for washing up without water.

Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer Gel

Hand sanitizer.

Sawyer SP543 Picaridin Insect Repellent

Picaridin insect repellent.

Campsuds Biodegradable Outdoor Soap

Biodegradable soap for dishes and washing up.

Ziploc Gallon Storage Bags

Gallon bags to keep the bag organized and dry.

Colgate Wisp Disposable Mini Toothbrushes

Mini toothbrushes that need no water.

Revlon Nail Clipper with File

Nail clipper with file.

Ziploc Quart Freezer Bags

Waterproof bags for documents and small kit.

Speedo Hydrospex Classic Swim Goggles

Goggles to protect the eyes from dust and smoke.

Safety Goggles

Safety goggles.

Master Lock 4680DBLK TSA Luggage Lock

TSA lock for the bag.

American Flag Hook and Loop Patch (2 Pack)

US flag patches.

Canada Flag Velcro Patch

Canada flag patch.

UK Flag Velcro Patch

UK flag patch.

Best Glide ASE Adventurer Survival Kit

All-in-one survival kit.