Summer Stuff

With Summer approaching (with ferocity), prep is key.  As the dad of two active boys and the husband of an amazing (and very active) woman, I like to be on the ready.    Weather it’s a trip to the pool, the lake, the park, or out on a date, there’s always something going on.  And the elements are always under consideration.  Here’s what I like for our Summer on the go:

From top left:

1. Magnolia League 50 SPF Sunscreen (Face):  Given my history, I wear sunscreen on my face and hands every day.  This 50 SPF from Magnolia League is the lightest I’ve found.  Check.
2. Oakley Frogskins:  The coolest sunglasses on the market.  Don’t take yourself too seriously, but look serious.
3. J. Crew Slim Fit Linen Shirt:  I love bengal striped shirts, and taking advantage of that look in linen is a quick way to upgrade a solid swimsuit look (un-ironed), or with a well-fitting pair of chinos for a date (ironed).  And the price is just right for the look.
4. Turtlebox Speaker:  Rock out.  Big time.  I get asked about these all the time, and the answer is yes – it’s worth it.  The sound quality is absolutely fantastic.
5. Yakoka Mountain Man Nalgene Water Bottle:  Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.  And the Mountain Man is a really cool look.
6. Thermacell:  Mosquitoes love me.  And my kids.  We have four of five of these around, and always bring one with us.  Camo is preferred.
7. Poncho Performance Crew Sun Shirt:  The sun shirt that doesn’t look like a sun shirt, but with all the SPF benefits.
8. Duck Head 5″ Gold School Shorts:  Convertible shorts for your thighs.  Careful – when you start wearing the shorter inseams, you don’t go back.
9. Jones Sports Utility Cooler:  This cooler is designed for a golf cart basket, so I’d call it the PERFECT size for an afternoon.  I have one and it’s been my go-to for the last couple of years.  And much more price friendly than you’d expect.
10. Old Popsicle Molds:  I shouldn’t have to explain this.  My kids LOVE these.
11. Hudson Sutler Medium Waterproof Cape Tote:  A tote that is perfect for us dudes.  Bring it everywhere, and hose it out when needed.  Very utilitarian.
12. Folding Wagon:  You’ve got to haul all the gear somehow…we leave this in the back of the truck and use it liberally.

What did I miss?  What’s your hot weather stuff?