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Katherine Gillespie

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Katherine Gillespie is a writer at the Strategist who covers travel and outdoor essentials, including gear for cycling, hiking, and enjoying time outside. She was previously an editor at Paper.

  1. packing and gear
    The Very Best Toiletry BottlesTo keep your travel-size liquids organized — without leaking.
  2. celebrity shopping
    What Tim Heidecker Can’t Live Without“My socks situation is a mess, but the underwear is stable.”
  3. shoes
    Merrell’s Winter Sale Is Worth Your TimeCozy mocs and sturdy boots are 40 percent off.
  4. women’s apparel
    The 9 Very Best Black T-shirts for WomenIncluding boxy, cropped, scoop-necked, and vintage-looking styles.
  5. don’t dillydally
    New Stuff Alert: Snoop Dogg Stoves and Wooden KitchenAidsPlus a redesigned Cuyana tote bag.
  6. travel
    Dagne Dover’s Excellent Travel Bags Are 35 Percent Off at NordstromIncluding our favorite Landon duffel.
  7. style
    Patagonia Baggies, Backpacks, and Fleeces for 30 Percent OffI’ve combed through the past-season sale so you don’t have to.
  8. strategist brain
    On My Mind: Merrell Mary Janes and Travel ToothbrushesWelcome to Strategist Brain.
  9. deal of the day
    It’s a Great Day to Buy Some BaggiesPatagonia’s classic nylon shorts are up to 50 percent off right now in men’s and women’s.
  10. outdoor leisure
    The 11 Very Best Picnic BlanketsFor the park, the beach, and the trail.
  11. packing and gear
    Several Useful Dagne Dover Bags Are on Sale Right NowIncluding our favorite Landon duffel.
  12. amazon prime day 2024
    A Bunch of Yeti Prime Day Deals Are Live — Until TonightStatus-y tumblers, water bottles, and dog bowls.
  13. amazon prime day 2024
    I’ve Been Testing Travel Gear for Years — Here Are Today’s Best Prime Day DealsPlus, more Prime Day deals on travel accessories like headphones and sleep masks.
  14. electronics
    No, It’s Not a Voting Booth. This Lets Me Work on My Laptop Outside.It protects my screen from glare while also leaving space to type.
  15. luggage
    Is Soft Luggage Making a Comeback?Expect to see some cuddly-looking suitcases next time you’re at the airport.
  16. women’s shoes
    These Elegant (and Practical) Plain Black Chacos Are on SaleWear them hiking or around town.
  17. women’s activewear
    The 17 Best Things From Girlfriend Collective’s Anniversary SaleBras for $23 and leggings for $39.
  18. don’t dillydally
    New Stuff Alert: Watermelon Laneige and Tyler, the Creator’s SlippersPlus, actually comfy mid-century furniture and A24’s new book.
  19. packing and gear
    A Clever Carry-on Bag for 30 Percent OffBeloved by well-traveled celebrities.
  20. the strategist 100
    The Strategist Travel 100Thoughtfully chosen, obsessively vetted items for all kinds of trips.
  21. outdoor leisure
    Lots of Cotopaxi Clothing and Gear Is Half-Off Right NowIncluding down jackets, fanny packs, and raincoats.
  22. deal of the day
    An Excellent Pair of High-Rise Denim Shorts for 25 Percent OffAnd they’re especially flattering on tall, curvy bodies.
  23. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Long-Distance MomsWhether yours lives in another city or on another continent.
  24. deal of the day
    Our Favorite Flared Alo Yoga Pants Are 30 Percent OffThrow a T-shirt over top and call it an outfit.
  25. deal of the day
    An Outdoor Voices Dress for $32A 70 percent discount on one of the brand’s most coveted products.
  26. don’t dillydally
    10 Things That’ll Almost Definitely Sell Out: From Sesame Street to StanleyIncluding the perfect travel tote and breezy new Parachute sheets.
  27. celebrity shopping
    What Waxahatchee Can’t Live Without“I really connect with hideous footwear that’s designed to be comfortable.”
  28. deal of the day
    Picnic Season Is Coming, and This Plaid Blanket Is Half-OffMade from fluffy recycled fleece.
  29. celebrity shopping
    What Sleater Kinney Can’t Live Without“I don’t like AirPods. I feel like I’m shoving a tampon inside of my ear.”
  30. how i pick my picks
    You Should Fly With a Carry-on Backpack, Not a SuitcaseTravel and outdoors writer Katherine Gillespie tells us how she picks her picks.
  31. packing and gear
    Why Does This Backpack Sell Out Every Wednesday at 3 p.m.?Investigating the appeal of travel Reddit’s favorite bag, the ULA Dragonfly.
  32. packing and gear
    What’s an eSIM and How Do I Install One?Never jam a paper clip into your smartphone again.
  33. decor
    I Can’t Stop Buying Tiny Taper CandlesMy apartment currently resembles a medieval abbey.
  34. cookware and utensils
    Every Toaster Needs a Pair of Toast TongsPut the fork down.
  35. sales
    Here’s a Pair of Fuzzy UGG House Socks for $8Keep your feet warm for the rest of winter.
  36. outdoor leisure
    The 12 Best Cruiser BikesBecause sometimes all you need is a coaster brake.
  37. hiking and camping
    The 20 Best Camping ChairsBecause logs aren’t as comfortable as they look.
  38. unisex fashion
    What’s the Difference Between Down and Synthetic Insulation?Breaking down the complex trade-offs between warmth, weight, and durability.
  39. dogs
    The 11 Very Best Dog FoodsDry, wet, dehydrated, human-grade and more — we found dog foods for every pup’s needs.
  40. don’t dillydally
    12 Things That’ll Almost Definitely Sell Out: From A24 to Tower 28Including a bright-pink Away suitcase, a Baggu x Boygenius bag, and a Dolce & Gabbana SMEG toaster.
  41. sales
    L.L.Bean’s Original Duck Boots Are 28 Percent Off TodayHandmade in Maine, they’re ideal for winter slush and spring showers.
  42. 60 Valentine’s Day Gifts (Under $50) for Every Type of PersonIncluding candles, koozies, and Formula 1 LEGO.
  43. sporting goods
    The 11 Best Bike Helmets for KidsComfy and cool designs they’ll actually want to wear.
  44. bikes
    What Is MIPS, and Does My Bike Helmet Need It?The answer depends on your budget … and maybe your hair volume.
  45. sports
    The 13 Very Best Bike HelmetsThere’s a helmet for every head.
  46. sales
    A Patagonia Pom-Pom Beanie for 30 Percent OffYour hat to survive the rest of winter in.
  47. dogs
    The 14 Very Best Dog BedsFor sprawlers, burrowers, nappers, and every dog in between.
  48. sales
    A Pair of Woolrich Winter Socks for Just $8They’re ideal for lounging around as it snows outside.
  49. outdoor leisure
    The 12 Very Best Outdoor HeatersWhether you’re stoop-sitting, RV-ing, or hosting an outdoor event.
  50. electronics
    The Best Phone Stand Is a Bendy Piece of FoamThe Flight Flap is designed for watching TV on planes, but it’s useful anywhere.
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