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
19 things you can still buy in the Patagonia Cyber Monday sale
By Jane McGuire, Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Patagonia Cyber Monday sale is nearly over - here are the best deals to shop right now on Patagonia gear.
Carhartt Black Friday deal — this legendary weatherproof hoodie is just $49
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Rain Defender hooded sweatshirt is comfy, warm, stylish and waterproof. It’s also 17% off for Black Friday.
3 G-Shock Black Friday watch deals too good to pass up
By Dan Bracaglia published
These three fashionable digital watches are way cooler — and cheaper — than your Apple Watch.
Our 3 favorite hiking boots are up to 55% off for Black Friday
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
These editor-approved hiking boots from Scarpa, Salewa and Hoka are durable, waterproof and super-comfy. They're also on sale for Black Friday.
These 3 super-bright rechargeable bike lights are up to 50% off for Black Friday
By Dan Bracaglia published
Three of our favorite bike lights of 2023 are on sale right now, including the small but mighty NiteRider Micro.
3 Arc’teryx Black Friday deals I'd buy right now, starting at $17
By Dan Bracaglia published
From Merino wool socks to zip-up fleece jackets, these are the Arc’teryx Black Friday deals that have me most jazzed.
My favorite high-tech packable rain jacket is 50% off right now
By Dan Bracaglia published
Outdoor Research is a Seattle, Washington-based outdoor gear brand making some of the best wet-weather jackets in the biz.
The best travel tripod I’ve ever owned is 30% off right now
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Peak Design Travel Tripod is super sturdy, yet packs down to the size of a large water bottle for easy carrying. You can get it for a significant discount right now.
My favorite high-tech travel backpack is 20% off ahead of Black Friday
By Dan Bracaglia published
Available in three different sizes and a variety of snazzy colors, there’s a Wandrd Prvke Backpack for everybody and every type of adventure.
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
As Black Friday approaches, Carhartt deals abound on a range of tough-built outwear, including jackets and hats.
I’ve hiked 70 miles in the Fitbit Inspire 3 — and it’s 30% off for Black Friday
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Fitbit Inspire 3 is on sale for Black Friday, here's where to buy the tracker, and why you should
5 ways Casio can improve the G-Shock Move smartwatch
By Dan Bracaglia published
The G-Shock Move is a lovely-looking sports watch with some fine fitness-focused features. But it’s not perfect. Here’s how our senior fitness writer would improve it.
Black Friday Patagonia sale — 7 jacket deals I recommend now
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
From cozy down puffers and vests to retro-tastic fleece pullovers, these are my favorite early Black Friday deals on Patagonia’s best outerwear.
North Face Black Friday deals — 5 sales I’d grab right now
By Dan Bracaglia published
Men’s and women’s crew neck sweatshirts and insulated jackets are seriously discounted right now at REI.
My favorite weatherproof Carhartt hoodie is 40% off ahead of Black Friday
By Dan Bracaglia published
My favorite weatherproof Carhartt hoodie is 40% off ahead of Black Friday, with no shortage of sizes to choose from. So grab one for yourself and one for someone special.
I walked 10,000 steps in Amazon’s best-selling hiking boots — 7 things that surprised me
By Dan Bracaglia published
These Armadillo 2 hiking boots are grippy, waterproof and most importantly, comfortable. Here's how they performed in a 10,000-step test.
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Smartwool makes some of the best base layer cold-weather gear out there, especially socks. And now they're on sale for Black Friday.
The best Patagonia jacket I’ve ever owned is 46% off ahead of Black Friday
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Patagonia Nano Puff is the ultimate travel jacket for making moves in comfort. It also packs down into a handy pillow to rest your weary head.
I walked 2,800 steps with the Fitbit Inspire 3 and Amazfit Bip 5 — this one was more accurate
By Dan Bracaglia published
I pitted two popular sub-$100 fitness trackers against each other in a showdown of the steps counted.
My favorite REI down jacket is just $90 ahead of Black Friday
By Dan Bracaglia published
REI’s down puffers punch well above their price point, even at full retail, making this 30% off deal all the more tempting.
I walked 3,000 steps with the Fitbit Inspire 3 and G-Shock Move — and one was more accurate
By Dan Bracaglia published
In our Fitbit Inspire 3 vs. G-Shock Moves tests, one fitness tracking devices came within 15 steps of perfect accuracy. Can you guess which one?
The Fitbit Charge 6 just crashed to its lowest price ever ahead of Back Friday
By Dan Bracaglia published
This is a fantastic deal on one of the best fitness trackers available. Rarely do we see new devices like the Fitbit Charge 6 so heavily discounted.
My favorite Arc’teryx and Patagonia jackets are heavily discounted ahead of Black Friday
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Beat back the rain and the cold with one of these heavily discounted, highly versatile jackets from Patagonia and Arc'teryx.