Dan Bracaglia
Dan Bracaglia covers fitness and consumer technology with an emphasis on wearables for Tom's Guide. Based in the US Pacific Northwest, Dan is an avid outdoor adventurer who dabbles in everything from kayaking to snowboarding, but he most enjoys exploring the cities and mountains with his small pup, Belvedere. Dan is currently training to climb some of Washington State's tallest peaks. He's also a big photography nerd.
Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia
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Helinox Chair Zero — 5 reasons I take this camping chair everywhere I go
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Helinox Chair Zero weighs just 18 ounces, takes less than a minute to assemble and stores in a water bottle-sized sleeve.
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Helly Hansen spring outerwear sale — 9 deals I recommend starting at $15
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
High-tech rain jackets, t-shirts, puffers and more from Norwegian outerwear brand Helly Hansen are marked down by as much as 50% right now.
![Person wearing the Scarpa Rush 2 Mid GTX hiking boots](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ttdCdDrrZG2UJoipLCQsdJ-320-80.jpg)
I hiked 35 miles in Scarpa's Rush 2 Mid GTX — and they’re the most comfortable waterproof hiking boots I’ve ever worn
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Scarpa Rush 2 Mid GTX hiking boots are jam-packed with technical features without looking dorky.
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New Balance spring sale — 5 deals I'd sprint to starting at $22
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
New Balance has both high-fashion and high-tech footwear on sale for up to 34% off.
![Apple Watch 9 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/P7NPKzCHRZig3gxpcYpFL4-320-80.jpg)
Smartwatch buying guide 2024: Everything you need to know
By Kate Kozuch, Dan Bracaglia last updated
From the Apple Watch to Fitbit, this smartwatch buying guide can help you find one that’s compatible with your smartphone and your needs.
![Woman wearing an outdoor jacket in the mountains](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6c5i979ReZ7zU5MP8AumhH-320-80.jpg)
These 5 eco-friendly outdoor clothing brands make it easy to repair and recycle your old clothes
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Policies like credits for trade-ins and free repairs for the life of a garment benefit both the customers and the environment.
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Peloton's free app bites the dust — here's 3 workout apps to use instead
By Dan Bracaglia published
RIP Peloton’s free unlimited membership tier. We hardly knew ya.
![Arc'teryx spring sale](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VLujcU2M6gPR4cgi23gb6E-320-80.jpg)
Huge Arc’teryx spring sale — 5 deals I recommend starting at $22
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
With warmer weather on the horizon, now's a great time to stock up on summertime clothing staples.
![Fitbit Charge 6 vs. Casio G-Shock Move smartwatch.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x7LvyGL8YDMgdJsf43Q7CM-320-80.jpg)
I walked over 3,000 steps with the Fitbit Charge 6 and G-Shock Move — the results surprised me
By Dan Bracaglia published
Which is more accurate at counting steps, The Fitbit Charge 6 or G-Shock Move DWH5600? We've got answers.
![Samsung Galaxy Watch 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GY6ov8KqNUWekzeVUXPPsN-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 vs. Galaxy Watch 6: Biggest expected changes
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is set to debut this July boasting an impressive list of refinements over its predecessor.
![Fitbit Charge 6 vs. Charge 5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VhXfNLqTJmaaYZMsdaSae5-320-80.jpg)
I walked 3,300 steps with the Fitbit Charge 6 and Fitbit Charge 5 — here's the winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
Which Fitbit is more accurate at counting steps, The Fitbit Charge 6 or previous-gen Fitbit Charge 5? We have answers.
![On Cloudmonster.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/C8jRxADpGPxSvRHtzPyWNh-320-80.jpg)
On Cloud sneaker sale — save up to 40% off these super comfy running shoes
By Dan Bracaglia published
On Cloud makes some of the comfiest, chicest most high-tech sneakers on the market. And right now, these models are on sale.
![Apple Watch Ultra](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GW6bxykpRhRVANCV4vtJ6H-320-80.jpg)
Spring smartwatch sale — save up to 25% on Apple Watch, Fitbit and more
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Save on the Apple Watch Series 9, Garmin Instinct 2, Fitbit Inspire 3 , Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and more.
![Arc'teryx spring jacket sale.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/g74Pnc5DVeFZC8ZdJR9SQ8-320-80.jpg)
Arc'teryx jackets are 30% off right now — 7 deals I recommend
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
A wide range of lightweight, weather-resistant Arc'teryx outerwear is on sale, including several of my favorite jackets and vests.
![Apple Watch Series 9 on a user's wrist.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AqYrJ2S7p8khbxdATFKq7L-320-80.jpg)
Apple Watch X — 5 upgrades Apple needs to make
By Dan Bracaglia published
We’ll meet the next-generation Apple Watch 10 this fall. Here’s what features it will need to boast to earn my admiration.
![The North Face spring jacket deals at REI.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VHCGxMy5fdVtz2CvnHECCG-320-80.jpg)
REI spring sale — take 50% off lightweight jackets from The North Face
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
From lightweight windbreakers to rain shells to running jackets, REI has great deals on high-tech outerwear from The North Face.
![Pininfarina Senso hybrid smartwatch on a person's wrist](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QSxrCk3q68n5p968748JtD-320-80.jpg)
Move over Withings — 5 reasons why the Pininfarina Senso is my new favorite hybrid smartwatch
By Dan Bracaglia published
Created by Italian race car designers, the Pininfarina Senso is part fitness-focused smartwatch and part classy timepiece.
![Columbia OutDry Extreme Wyldwood Shell shower test.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oP7Y2sdkm8tHeCZsbDCBNa-320-80.jpg)
I wore a $200 Columbia rain jacket in my shower to test water resistance — here's what happened
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
How does Columbia's high-end shell compare to similar jackets from Outdoor Research and REI in our 3-minute shower test?
![Nocs Standard Issue Binoculars.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3bTtw5uixQUBXq4GxQndDR-320-80.jpg)
5 reasons why these stylish binoculars are my new favorite hiking accessory
By Dan Bracaglia published
From far-away peaks to city skylines, adventuring is more fun with a pair of waterproof Nocs.
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Enormous Patagonia apparel sale — 7 deals I’d buy right now starting at $16
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Patagonia's last-season sale is on, with hundreds of items marked down by 50% or more.
![I walked 5,300 steps with Apple Watch SE vs G-Shock Move — this one won.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CMz8ot75faoYeWi7JKenUN-320-80.jpg)
I walked over 5,000 steps with Apple Watch SE vs G-Shock Move — here's the winner
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Apple Watch SE takes on the G-Shock Move DWH5600 in a test of step-count accuracy.
![Tenways CGO600 Pro ebike](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VnZY8LuLGBLNu3H8XHJofm-320-80.jpg)
Blood, sweat and beers — 7 lessons I learned from building my first ebike
By Dan Bracaglia published
How realistic is it to assemble an ebike in your apartment? I decided to find out.
![Ultrahuman Ring Air smart ring.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hKNPGyuejoNCppCjQqes3i-320-80.jpg)
Samsung, Oura and Ultrahuman — the state of smart rings in 2024
By Dan Bracaglia published
2024 is shaping up to be a huge year for smart rings and these brands are leading the charge.