Good to Go! – Summer 2026

Great Travel Gear and Gadgets

Our travel specialists review the best travel gear and gadgets to get you on the go better.

Dyson Supersonic Travel Hair Dryer

Leave it to Dyson, the company famous for inventing the high-velocity airflow cyclonic bagless vacuum cleaner to create the smallest, lightest yet most powerful hair dryer to go. Universal voltage makes it a travel must-have, and the intelligent heat control protects your hair from damage far better than any hotel blow dryer. (Accessories included in premium packs.)

Visit: www.dysoncanada.ca .

 

NATPAT Outdoor Adventure Kits

Forget the sprays and sticky creams, grab this versatile pack of kid-friendly, naturally sourced easy stick-on patches ideal for family outdoor adventures. The BuzzPatch is a DEET-free mosquito repelling sticker, while the MagicPatch provides fast chemical-free itch relief from bites. And the SunnyPatch is a smart UV-detecting sticker that changes color when it’s time to reapply the sunscreen!

Visit:www.natpat.com/en-ca  .

 

Sawyer Squeeze Portable Water Filtration

Sawyer makes many sizes of superior water filtration products, but it’s the collapsible squeeze bag that provides the most versatility for travel. It’s easy to use and highly effective in filtering out even the most toxic impurities. It weighs six ounces yet holds two litres of water and is good for up to 100,000 gallons of filter use.

Visit: https://sawyerdirect.net/  .

 

Optimus Gemini II Portable Stove

For road trips, camping, and cottage country, this new super light and portable two-burner stove with a fold-flat design is just the thing for meals on the fly. Precise flame control capability, and the wind-resistant and stable structure make cooking outdoors anywhere with it safe and easy.

( Tank stand included, but fuel to be purchased separately. )

Visit: https://tinyurl.com/2s3vx9yy .

 

Kahtoola Gaiters

“Gaiters” are protective sleeves worn over footwear to seal out debris, mud, rocks, water, etc., when hiking through wild terrain. They also prevent ticks from accessing your ankles. Kahtoola offers a comprehensive choice of styles and lengths, but their most versatile and popular is the RENAgaitor with a patented instep strap that comes with a 1000-mile warranty.

Visit: https://kahtoola.com/shop/gaiters/

  

Coraza Carry-On Suitcase

This rugged hard-sided carry-on is made of recycled polycarbonate yet incredibly lightweight. Smart removable packing cubes inside make it easy to organize and reorganize your contents, and the stylish two-tone design options sporting different colored wheels make it easy to spot on a crowded baggage carousel should you need to gate check it.

Visit: www.cotopaxi.com .