“I leave my Yaktrax in my car all the time. I can’t live without them. I plop those bad boys onto my hiking boots for traction and am able to conquer any trail year-round – especially useful in my home state of Colorado, where trails stay icy for way too long.”
– Carly Loonie, 34
2019 Crosstrek
Evergreen, CO
Found My Animal® Olive Ombre Cotton Rope Dog Leash ($62)
“Found My Animal rope dog leashes are super secure and durable, made with thick rope and lockable carabiners, plus you can wear one hands-free when taking your pup out for hikes. It also is pretty stylish. The company supports animal rescue, and as the owner of a rescue, it feels good to support this brand and their mission.”
– Amanda Michelson, 34
2019 Forester
Portland, OR
AeroPress® Coffee Maker ($29.95)
“With my AeroPress coffee maker, all I need is a mug and hot water to make an amazing cup of coffee. It’s great when I’m traveling – especially on a camping trip.”
– Karim Yergaliyev, 32
2017 and 2010 Forester
Baltimore, MD
DEEBOT N79W Floor Cleaning Robot ($279.99)
“I hate vacuuming, so the ECOVACS DEEBOT robot vacuum is the perfect solution for keeping a clean house, even as my dog, Hadley, and I are tracking in dirt and debris from outside. It cleans while we’re out of the house, and I get to come home to a spotless floor (as long as I’ve cleared away any cords and/or rugs). It has a built-in air filter, which is an added bonus.”
– Hannah Saulters, 26
2010 Forester
Little Rock, AR
Le Creuset® Round Deep Dutch Oven
“My Le Creuset Dutch oven is my go-to for making hearty soups and stews all winter long, including for my annual winter solstice party. I have the 5-quart oven – the perfect size for braising a chicken or baking a loaf of sourdough. I have it in the cerise color, which is a cheerful red.”
– Cyndi Fecher, 37
Author, “Heart & Solstice”
Chicago, IL
Luminara® Real-Flame Effect Pillar Candles ($21.99-$44.99)
“My cat has bad reactions to regular candles, so I switched to Luminara flameless candles and never looked back. They’re battery operated and can be turned on or off with a remote control, which is my favorite feature. I have them all over the place – even on my bookshelves. They’re made of wax, scented and flicker like the real deal.”
– Laurie Szpot, 57
Associate Editor, Subaru Drive
Milwaukee, WI
