GoRumpl
Jess Wickstrom

GoRumpl

Slade, KY—Rumpl is a Kickstarter-funded small business based out of San Francisco. They make what they call the “World’s Best Blanket”—a durable, stylish, and technical comforter that can be compressed down into a sleeping-bag-sized stuff sack. Waterproof, odor/stain-resistant, rugged, and handsome… what’s not to love? This product seemed to be made for us—two travelers who shower once a week, sleep with their dog, and have pretty discerning taste about what goes into their tiny living space.

We are giddy to now have two Rumpl blankets with us in the Egg, one on the bed and another to take out on adventures. What’s more, the guys at Rumpl were nice enough to invite us to share our story and some photos on their blog. Check it out!

Three Weeks in Tejas
Jess Wickstrom

Three Weeks in Tejas

El Paso, TX—The last time we updated this blog, the Egg was pointed east on a course across middle American to Chattanooga, TN. Winter storms stilted our plans so we took an unexpected turn south, driving from Albuquerque, NM down to west Texas. Turns out it was one of the best impromptu moves we’ve made. For the last two weeks (with one more to go), we’ve been getting to know our way around one of nation’s finest bouldering destinations: Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site.

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The Wonderheads
Andy Wickstrom

The Wonderheads

Portland, OR—My trip to photograph the Wonderheads, a physical theatre company specializing in mask performance and wordless, visual storytelling, started mid-morning on Tuesday, February 3. My flight from Vegas landed on time, and getting my bag from the claim couldn’t have been easier. Andrew, one of the founding “heads,” was waiting outside for me. We introduced, threw my bags in the car and were off to their house about a half-hour away.  As we drove, Andrew talked about Portland, it’s layout, and gave me other bits of information that helped me imagine the city as we made our way through the unique neighborhoods. He also answered all the basic questions I had regarding weather, etc. I was definitely struck by the quaintness of many of the houses and neighborhood businesses making up the quiet tree-lined streets. This place couldn’t have been a bigger contrast to Las Vegas, where the Egg was currently stationed. 

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Bishop
Andy Wickstrom

Bishop

Bishop CA—The Egg has been parked for about a month now and we’ve enjoyed the stay immensely. Bishop (pop ~3500) is ideal for us. It offers cheap, long-term camping. It has several options for locally-owned coffee shops to work at. It has two really good bakeries. Restaurants are way better than average for a town this size. And it has a climber-friendly culture (see ‘long-term camping’) that warmly welcomes everyone to this beautiful desert oasis located in the foothills of the Eastern Sierras.

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She-Explores Interview
Jess Wickstrom

She-Explores Interview

Bishop, CA—I was honored to be invited by Gale Straub, the incredible woman behind She-Explores, to do an interview about DesignEgg for an online feature. She-Explores is a lovely, well-curated selection of stories, images, and reviews all centered around women in the outdoors. Gale takes incredible photographs and has a killer Instagram feed. Check out the interview which hits on how DesignEgg came about, how we stay creative on the road, and why design is so important for non-profits.

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