Randi with a whole lot of brand loyalty

I don’t buy a lot of things, but when I do buy things, I make those purchases count.

Here are some of the things I buy, abuse use, love and recommend.

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NEMO Dragonfly OSMO 1P tent

NEMO Dragonfly OSMO 1P tent

For one-person backpacking adventures.
Birkenstock “Arizona” sandals

Birkenstock “Arizona” sandals

Mountain Hardwear Exposure/2 GORE-TEX PACLITE Stretch Pants

Mountain Hardwear Exposure/2 GORE-TEX PACLITE Stretch Pants

These are my go-to rain pants.
Wide-legged high-waisted cropped pants

Wide-legged high-waisted cropped pants

These are my go-to office pants.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density

Wet Brush

Wet Brush

Portable phone tripod

Portable phone tripod

Solo traveling? This tripod is tiny, lightweight and makes it easy to snap photos of yourself.
TSA-compliant hanging toiletry bag

TSA-compliant hanging toiletry bag

If you buy ONE travel product- buy this. It's TSA-compliant so you don't have to unpack and repack liquids at security checkpoints, and it has a hook so it hangs in your shower.
Free People “Adella” bralette

Free People “Adella” bralette

The Detroit Red Wings

The Detroit Red Wings

I grew up in Michigan in the '90s, so enough said.
Food huggers

Food huggers

Patagonia “Nano Puff” jacket

Patagonia “Nano Puff” jacket

I have two of these! They fold into their pockets and are easy to stash for an extra layer while hiking.
Tubbs snowshoes

Tubbs snowshoes

MSR PocketRocket Deluxe

MSR PocketRocket Deluxe

Cropped tank top

Cropped tank top

Soap bags

Soap bags

You can put a wet bar of soap in these bags and they'll dry from the inside out.
iPhone 15

iPhone 15

I upgraded after my beloved iPhone Mini (Apple, bring it BACK!) died.
Farmacy Honey Halo ceramide face moisturizer

Farmacy Honey Halo ceramide face moisturizer

This is my daytime moisturizer.
Big Agnes Copper Spur tent

Big Agnes Copper Spur tent

For two-person (and a dog) backpacking adventures.
Garmin Alpha GPS dog collar

Garmin Alpha GPS dog collar

This works off-grid, unlike some dog tracker options.
Lululemon “Energy” bra

Lululemon “Energy” bra

This is my favorite sports bra for running, hiking, spin class or high-impact activities.
Outdoor Research Vigor Midweight Sensors

Outdoor Research Vigor Midweight Sensors

Outdoor Research “Crocodile” gaiters

Outdoor Research “Crocodile” gaiters

Thin-shackled travel locks

Thin-shackled travel locks

These are great for zippers or hostel lockers.
Capital One Venture (One) credit card

Capital One Venture (One) credit card

IMO, this is the best credit card for international travel.
Public lands

Public lands

What else did you expect from a Forest Service employee?
Lululemon “Fast and Free” running tights

Lululemon “Fast and Free” running tights

These are my favorite outdoor running leggings.
Ruffwear Grip Trex dog booties

Ruffwear Grip Trex dog booties

Lululemon “Sculpt” cropped tank top

Lululemon “Sculpt” cropped tank top

Eno Single Nest hammock

Eno Single Nest hammock

Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol

Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol

This sleeping pad will never deflate, so it's good back-up or layering (for cold) pad.
Charcuterie boards

Charcuterie boards

It isn't a party at the Shaffer-Johnson household without a cheese board.
Lululemon “Hotty Hot” shorts

Lululemon “Hotty Hot” shorts

These are great for running, hiking and hot yoga!
Verb Ghost Conditioner

Verb Ghost Conditioner

Ice cream

Ice cream

Blue Bell's "Cookie Two Step" is my current favorite.
Enamel camp mug

Enamel camp mug

Black Diamond headlamp

Black Diamond headlamp

GSI Outdoors JavaGrind

GSI Outdoors JavaGrind

Trigger Point foam roller

Trigger Point foam roller

Madewell leather jacket

Madewell leather jacket

Pricey, but so worth the investment. I wear this everywhere!
Ruffwear “Front Range” dog harness

Ruffwear “Front Range” dog harness

This is Ochi's everyday harness for walking and hiking.
Swedish dishcloths

Swedish dishcloths

Pack-a-Paw Rescue Harness

Pack-a-Paw Rescue Harness

Birkenstock “Bend” sneakers

Birkenstock “Bend” sneakers

Adventure Medical Kits Adventure Dog Series Medical Kit

Adventure Medical Kits Adventure Dog Series Medical Kit

Plants + gardening

Plants + gardening

Love me some dirt.
PETKIT dog water bottle

PETKIT dog water bottle

This bottle has a built-in bowl so you don't have to dump out unused water on the trail.
Sea to Summit dry bag

Sea to Summit dry bag

Gregory Jade 53 packpack

Gregory Jade 53 packpack

NEMO Roamer sleeping pad

NEMO Roamer sleeping pad

This is my car camping sleeping pad when I have enough room to pack it. The comfiest!
Rumpl puffy blanket

Rumpl puffy blanket

Teleties claw clips

Teleties claw clips

These bendy clips have covered hardware so they don't snag hair!
CycleBar

CycleBar

I have a CycleBar Flagstaff membership and I love it!
Tie-out cable

Tie-out cable

Olivia Garden round brush

Olivia Garden round brush

Crest 3D Whitestrips Vivid Plus

Crest 3D Whitestrips Vivid Plus

Nalgene 32-ounce wide mouth water bottle

Nalgene 32-ounce wide mouth water bottle

Travel backpack

Travel backpack

This is my go-to bag for one-bag travels.
Anker MagSafe battery pack

Anker MagSafe battery pack

ISLE Pioneer inflatable paddle board kit

ISLE Pioneer inflatable paddle board kit

I have the original Pioneer model, but I linked a more recent model.
Lowa Renegade Warm GTX Mid

Lowa Renegade Warm GTX Mid

These are Thinsulate-lined and waterproof, making them perfect for winter hiking adventures.
Kula Cloth

Kula Cloth

This reusable antimicrobial pee cloth is great for backcountry adventures.
Pyrex containers

Pyrex containers

Leatherman Skeletool

Leatherman Skeletool

This pocketknife/ screwdriver/ pliers/ bottle opener is a great multitool for hiking.
Tiem “Slipstream” spin shoes

Tiem “Slipstream” spin shoes

These are my favorites for CycleBar classes.
Sea to Summit spork

Sea to Summit spork

Orbit B-hyve watering timer

Orbit B-hyve watering timer

This gadget helps us water our garden beds when we're busy on fire assignments.
The Rag Company workout towel

The Rag Company workout towel

These microfiber towels are great for hot yoga or other sweaty practices.
Goal Zero Nomad 5 solar panel

Goal Zero Nomad 5 solar panel

Journaling

Journaling

I journal every day and I go through four of five of these Target Greenroom notebooks in a year.
COOLA hair and scalp sunscreen

COOLA hair and scalp sunscreen

This sunscreen mist is perfect for your hair part.
Yeti Hopper Flip 8 cooler

Yeti Hopper Flip 8 cooler

This is great as both my work lunchbox and as a cooler for paddling and other short excursions.
Sawyer Squeeze

Sawyer Squeeze

Longchamp “Le Pliage” backpack

Longchamp “Le Pliage” backpack

This folds small and packs easily to work as a daypack.
T3 Featherweight hair dryer

T3 Featherweight hair dryer

Manduka yoga blocks

Manduka yoga blocks

Two is the standard in most yoga practices.
Altra “Lone Peak” trail runners

Altra “Lone Peak” trail runners

Levi’s “Wedgie” jeans

Levi’s “Wedgie” jeans

Canon 5D DSLR

Canon 5D DSLR

I've been shooting with Canon since I got my first Rebel camera in college.
Ukraine

Ukraine

I spent my late 20s living in Ukraine and it forever has a place in my heart.
Biossance 100% Squalane Oil

Biossance 100% Squalane Oil

I usually work four-to-five pumps of this into my hair overnight once or twice a week before a hair wash day.
Prana “Halle” hiking pants

Prana “Halle” hiking pants

These are water resistant, stretchy and work appropriate.
Ruffwear “Bivy” collapsible dog bowl

Ruffwear “Bivy” collapsible dog bowl

Bread Beauty hair oil everyday gloss

Bread Beauty hair oil everyday gloss

Brixton “Messer” fedora

Brixton “Messer” fedora

I own several of these, and yes, I want more.
Garnier Micellar water

Garnier Micellar water

Glass pantry jars

Glass pantry jars

We shop in bulk and use these to store dry goods and grains.
Buff neck gaiter

Buff neck gaiter

This multi-purpose gaiter/ head band is great for warm weather.
Inflatable solar-powered lantern

Inflatable solar-powered lantern

Hydro Flask water bottle

Hydro Flask water bottle

Mine is covered in about 30 stickers.
Astral “Loyak” water shoes

Astral “Loyak” water shoes

AeroPress Go Travel Coffee Press

AeroPress Go Travel Coffee Press

Coffee

Coffee

Not sure if this is a "like" or a "need."
Cotton dish rags

Cotton dish rags

Stasher GO bowl

Stasher GO bowl

Neewa sled pro harness

Neewa sled pro harness

We use this for running and skijoring with our huskies.
Mountain Series Hiker medical kit

Mountain Series Hiker medical kit

Essie nail polish

Essie nail polish

I don't wear too much nail polish these days, but I'm still a devoted Essie fanatic.
Pelican waterproof floating phone pouch

Pelican waterproof floating phone pouch

Friendship rings

Friendship rings

My adult friends and I, as adults, all buy each other matching (adult) friendship rings every Galentine’s Day.
Google Nest smart thermostat

Google Nest smart thermostat

We love how easy a digital thermostat makes it to heat and cool our apartment.
Apple Watch

Apple Watch

I have my watch face set up with elevation, temps, time, battery and fitness information.
Birkenstock “Stalon” boots

Birkenstock “Stalon” boots

REI Flexlite Air Chair

REI Flexlite Air Chair

Manduka “PROlite” yoga mat

Manduka “PROlite” yoga mat

I love my Manduka! It carried me through my yoga teacher training and I still use it for almost-daily practice.
iPhone arm band

iPhone arm band

This is great for running.
Ruffwear “Roamer” bungee leash

Ruffwear “Roamer” bungee leash

Belif The True Cream – Moisturizing Bomb

Belif The True Cream – Moisturizing Bomb

This is a must for desert climate skincare.
Smartwool running socks

Smartwool running socks

I always pair these socks with my trail runners.
Michigan

Michigan

Great lakes, greatest state! I was born in Michigan and will not let you forget it.
Goodr “OG” sunglasses

Goodr “OG” sunglasses

Super affordable polarized non-slip sunglasses in so many fun colors - these are perfect for running, hiking and high-impact activities.
Dyneema pouches

Dyneema pouches

These are water resistant, lightweight and opaque. They're great for small items while traveling or backpacking.
Reusable linen napkins

Reusable linen napkins

ISLE Explorer 3 inflatable paddle board kit

ISLE Explorer 3 inflatable paddle board kit

Sea to Summit sleeping bag liner

Sea to Summit sleeping bag liner

This thing keeps my sleeping bag moderately clean.
REI Half Dome 3-plus tent

REI Half Dome 3-plus tent

This is my favorite car camping tent: Perfect for two people and a dog.
Klymit Static V

Klymit Static V

This is my go-to inflatable sleeping pad for backpacking.
MOGICS bagel

MOGICS bagel

This outlet adapter is incredibly versatile.
Dive bars

Dive bars

This may come as a surprise, but I am not a very fancy person.
LUSH shampoo bars

LUSH shampoo bars

Save room in your liquid bag by packing solid shampoo. LUSH sells my favorite.
Eagle Creek packing cubes

Eagle Creek packing cubes

These are lightweight, easy to open and have a mesh outside so you can see what's inside.
Glass straws

Glass straws

Gregory Juno 24 hiking pack

Gregory Juno 24 hiking pack

I have the 24-liter version of this day pack.
Bee’s Wrap

Bee’s Wrap

Cacala Turkish towel

Cacala Turkish towel

Lululemon “Free to be Serene” bra

Lululemon “Free to be Serene” bra

I love this bra for low-impact activities, like yoga.
Patagonia long-sleeved “Capilene Cool” shirts

Patagonia long-sleeved “Capilene Cool” shirts

These are the best lightweight sun-protective shirts for running, hiking and anything outdoors. (I wear the men's version for the longer sleeves and looser fit.)
Verb Ghost Oil

Verb Ghost Oil

This is the best lightweight hair oil for thin, static-prone hair.
HP OfficeJet 250

HP OfficeJet 250

This battery-powered Bluetooth-enabled printer is reliable and portable. I use it for work often!
Marmot rain jacket

Marmot rain jacket

It took until my non-GORE-TEX jacket soaked completely through on a hike to get this. Now it's my favorite.
Therm-a-Rest Trail Lite

Therm-a-Rest Trail Lite

This is my car camping sleeping pad when I don't have a ton of room to spare.
Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler

Her name is Liz and I love her. She's a 2020 JL Sport S. I had her custom-built and she's my first brand new vehicle.
Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 IPL Hair Removal System

Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 IPL Hair Removal System

Mesh produce bags

Mesh produce bags

Patagonia “Synchilla” fleece

Patagonia “Synchilla” fleece

Pizza! (Dipped in ranch dressing!)

Pizza! (Dipped in ranch dressing!)

Detroit-style pizza is superior. Everything in Flagstaff is trash.
Thread wallet

Thread wallet

This minimalist wallet hangs from my keychain and keeps my seven cards and few loose bills secure.
Ethique Scalp Health Solid Shampoo Bar

Ethique Scalp Health Solid Shampoo Bar

MSR Titan kettle

MSR Titan kettle

Black Diamond Momentum harness

Black Diamond Momentum harness

USB-powered travel fan

USB-powered travel fan

NEMO Fillo pillow

NEMO Fillo pillow

Eureka Sprk+

Eureka Sprk+

Mint ChapStick

Mint ChapStick

Kahtoola Microspikes

Kahtoola Microspikes

These are a must-have for icy hiking trails.
J. Crew vintage cotton t-shirts

J. Crew vintage cotton t-shirts

These are the best loose-fitting t-shirts! They have a deep v-neck and look cute tucked in or knotted at the waist.
Ruffwear “Palisades” pack

Ruffwear “Palisades” pack

This is Ochi's backpacking pack — the saddlebags disconnect from the main harness!
tarte “tartelette” XL tubing mascara

tarte “tartelette” XL tubing mascara

This mascara is both somehow long-lasting and easy to remove.
Home Again pet microchip service

Home Again pet microchip service

Microchip your pet to ensure its safe return if it gets off-leash!
Baby Foot exfoliating foot mask

Baby Foot exfoliating foot mask

The process is disgusting but the end result is so worth it.
Teva “Original Universal” sandals

Teva “Original Universal” sandals

Kindle Paperwhite

Kindle Paperwhite

I love my Kindle! Nothing beats an actual book but this is so convenient for traveling, camping and keeping in my bag.
REI Flash 22 day pack

REI Flash 22 day pack

This is my favorite day pack for shorter hikes
Apple Airpods

Apple Airpods

These are perfect for running and working out.
Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones

Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones

These wireless headphones are great if you need noise cancellation.
Goal Zero Yeti 200 portable generator

Goal Zero Yeti 200 portable generator

Manduka “Go Play” mat carrier

Manduka “Go Play” mat carrier

It has just enough space inside for my keys, iPhone, lip balm and a sweat rag.
Necklaces

Necklaces

I have a small collection of necklaces representing the places I have lived and loved.
Smartwool neck gaiter

Smartwool neck gaiter

This merino wool gaiter is great for cold weather.
Smartwool thermal merino baselayers

Smartwool thermal merino baselayers

Nemo sleeping bag

Nemo sleeping bag

Black Diamond Women’s Trail Series trekking poles

Black Diamond Women’s Trail Series trekking poles

Danner Mountain Light hiking boots

Danner Mountain Light hiking boots

I originally bought these to wear with my work uniform, but I love them so much I wear them hiking all the time!
Smartwool hiking socks

Smartwool hiking socks

The lightly-cushioned ankle socks are great for hiking.
Yeti Roadie 24

Yeti Roadie 24

This cooler is the perfect size for a weekend camping trip for two.
Loop earplugs

Loop earplugs

These are pricey, but worth it.
Sustainability

Sustainability

Refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle! I'm obsessive about eliminating household waste and am big on composting and single-use plastic alternatives.
Gregory 3D Hydro water bladder

Gregory 3D Hydro water bladder

Mesh tank top

Mesh tank top

This is lined with adjustable straps. Tighten them to wear this under a blazer at work or loosen them to let a cute bralette peek out for play.
All In Motion dumbbells

All In Motion dumbbells

These are great for at-home workouts.
Ruffwear Float Coat dog life jacket

Ruffwear Float Coat dog life jacket

United by Blue convertible backpack

United by Blue convertible backpack

Finding a backpack that fit my massive government laptop AND has two external water bottle pockets?! Sold!
Nivea Sun Protect Super Water Gel SPF 50

Nivea Sun Protect Super Water Gel SPF 50

I am OBSESSED with this lightweight sunscreen. It applies like a serum, isn't sticky and doesn't leave a cast.