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
Carhartt's end-of-winter sale is on — save up to 45% off right now
By Dan Bracaglia published
Save loads on insulated puffers, vests, beanies, jackets and more during Carhartt’s epic winter gear sale.
E-bike riders aren’t wearing helmets — and head trauma cases are through the roof
By Dan Bracaglia published
E-bike-related injuries increased at an alarming rate from 2017 to 2022. At the same time, helmet usage declined, according to a report in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Garmin Fenix 7 vs. Polar Vantage V3: Which rugged GPS smartwatch wins?
By Dan Bracaglia published
Garmin Fenix 7 versus the Polar Polar Vantage V3 — which GPS-equipped, rugged smartwatch is the best for you? We have answers.
I walked 3,300 steps with the Fitbit Charge 6 and Garmin Forerunner 165 – this one was more accurate
By Dan Bracaglia published
In this head-to-head showdown, the ever-popular Fitbit Charge 6 takes on the newcomer Garmin Forerunner 165 in a battle for step-count supremacy.
Smartwatch water resistance ratings explained
By Dan Bracaglia published
Smartwatch water resistance ratings are confusing and misleading. We're here to help clear things up.
5 items from REI’s winter sale I’d buy right now for less than $50
By Dan Bracaglia published
REI's winter sale is still humming along. From Patagonia to The North Face and more, here are five deals I'd buy right now.
Strava for dogs is here — let the Fido fitness games begin
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Strava users can now track their pup’s fitness goals and see how they rank against other canines.
REI winter sale — 3 high-tech fleece jackets I’d buy right now starting at $29
By Dan Bracaglia published
REI has fleeces available at a steep discount in a wide range of colors and designs — these are the three I recommend.
I biked 9 miles with the new Garmin Forerunner 165 to test GPS accuracy — and I’m impressed
By Dan Bracaglia published
Garmin's new lightweight fitness tracker shows promising signs for GPS and heart rate accuracy in our initial assessment.
REI Presidents’ Day sale — 5 deals I’d buy right now from Arc’teryx, The North Face and Patagonia
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
REI's Presidents' Day sale is the perfect time to score epic deals on name-brand jackets and gear.
Carhartt Presidents’ Day sale — 5 deals I’d buy right now starting at $11
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Carhartt’s Presidents’ Day sale is on with tons of discounts on last season’s styles — save as much as 40% off right now.
Polar Vantage V3 review
By Dan Bracaglia published
A review of the Polar Vantage V3 - an advanced fitness tracker for those who want class-leading metrics and insights. Read our full Polar Vantage V3 review here
Better than Patagonia — my favorite L.L.Bean insulated puffer is back on sale for $139
By Dan Bracaglia published
The LL Bean Primaloft Packaway jacket is nearly identical to the Patagonia Nano Puff in every way except one: price.
My go-to Arc’teyx insulated jacket is 30% off during REI's Presidents' Day sale
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
From rain shells to insulated winter jackets, Arc’teyx jackets start at just $139 with tons of styles to choose from.
Forget Stanley Cups — this colorful high-tech tumbler is 50% off on Amazon right now
By Dan Bracaglia published
This 40-ounce stainless steel, leakproof tumbler is just as high-tech as its trendy Stanley counterpart but even better-looking.
Not a typo! My favorite Merrell rain jacket is on sale for just $69
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Merrell’s lightweight and packable rain shells are heavily discounted, just in time for the upcoming rainy spring season.
The North Face winter sale is on — and jackets are as cheap as $49
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The North Face is a staple with outdoor athletes and celebrities. But you don’t have to be either one to save big right now.
How to waterproof a jacket like the pros — and never get soaked again
By Dan Bracaglia published
For about $25, you can add serious H2O protection to your favorite outerwear. Here's how to waterproof a jacket in four easy steps.
The best trail running shoes we’ve ever tested are 30% off right now — but not for long
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Hoka Speedgoat 5 is our favorite trail running sneaker and it’s rarely discounted. Do what you will with this info.
My favorite Patagonia jacket is back on sale for 40% off right now
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Everyone needs a quality synthetic insulated jacket, especially when Patagonia’s legendary Nano Puff is seriously discounted.
These $20 earbuds are my new favorite winter sports accessory
By Dan Bracaglia published
The JLab Go Air Sport earbuds cost less than lunch at the ski lodge and provide a full day of tasty tunes to make turns to.
Forget the Apple Watch – 5 smartwatches with blood oxygen monitoring I’d buy right now instead
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Apple Watch 9 and Ultra 2 no longer monitor blood oxygen saturation levels. But these smartwatches do.
Patagonia and The North Face jackets are as low as $59 during REI's February sale
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
From the Patagonia Houdini shell to The North Face Canyonlands fleece, these are the best REI February deals right now.
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