Scott Jordan, CEO of SCOTTEVEST/SeV and Gadget Lover

You can imagine my surprise when I opened up the Financial Times on the trip from Paris to SLC and saw this article about SCOTTEVEST!

2012-10-05T14:11:00.001-06:00

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Find out why @budgettravelsac took off his pants for us (We're blushing!) #travel #tbex

2012-09-28T10:51:00.001-06:00

See Full Article Here: http://www.budgettraveladventures.com/traveltips/travelgear/scottevest-travel...

Why I took off my pants for Scottevest

By Jeremy Branham on Sep 27, 2012 with Comments 0

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I’ve spent years working in information technology and have a degree in accounting. Despite that, I am not a big gadget or travel gear junkie. I just got my first smart phone 3 months ago after using the same out of date cell phone for nearly 8 years. However, I received a free Scottevest when I went to a travel conference in June. And with my travels for the College Football Travel Tour this Fall, this is the perfect time to test it out.

What is Scottevest?

The Scottevest travel vest is a comfortable, fashionable vest created by Scott Jordan as a way to carry gadgets and gear while traveling. The vest comes in a variety of colors and has numerous pockets on the chest, front, inside, and back to carry all sorts of travel gadgets. Zippers and magnets keep everything secure and allows easy transport through airports, cities, and wherever your travels take you.

"A Traveler's Dream Jacket" lets you know why you don't want to miss out on the Molly Jacket!

2012-09-12T09:06:00.001-06:00

See Full Article Here: http://www.weareveryougo.com/Blog/tabid/101/tagid/148/Default.aspx

A Traveler's Dream Jacket

By LindsayB on 9/11/2012 10:02 AM

The question of "which coat to pack" plagues both seasoned and novice travelers alike. It seems almost impossible to find a jacket that is the right weight, not too bulky, versatile, and fashionable all at the same time. However, ScotteVest is tackling the problem head on. ScotteVest has a full line of travel friendly coats and jackets. Its products travel light and are figure flattering. Further, most jackets come with 14+ pockets. There are pockets secure enough to carry your passport, and others large enough to store a full iPad. WeareverYouGo's favorite jacket for fall from the ScotteVest line is the Molly Jacket.

The Molly Jacket is not only stylish, but also comes in a number of colors including antique and onyx. The jacket features 17 pockets. It is water resistant and also suitable for a wide range of climates.

The weather is getting cooler, time to warm up with a Chloe Hoodie! Vicki shares a great review:

2012-09-11T10:23:00.001-06:00

See Full Article Here: http://www.mymac.com/2012/09/scottevest-chloe-hoodie-review-2/

Scottevest Chloe Hoodie
Review

On September 11, 2012, in Clothing, Review, by Vicki Stokes

Scottevest Chloe Hoodie
Scottevest
$90.00

The Scottevest Chloe Hoodie is a lightweight and stylish multi-pocketed hooded jacket, designed for women. The multiple pockets are capable of holding many items, freeing the wearer to leave her purse at home. The $90 price may be a bit high, however the functionality and innovative design may justify the cost.

@xpatmatt puts his spin on why and how our Travel Vest makes #travel easier! Check out his review:

2012-08-23T09:04:00.001-06:00

See Full Article Here: http://www.matt-gibson.org/2012/08/scottevest-travel-vest-for-men-review/

ScotteVest Travel Vest for Men Review

22 Aug 2012 by Matt Gibson 1 Comment Gear

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Design is important. If any creative discipline has the potential to create a sustainable, energy-efficient, recyclable world, it’s design. Good designs are simple, solve a problem in a creative way, and are easy to use.

Ed Walsh shares an honest review of Scott's favorites, the Convertible Travel Pants! See it here:

2012-08-13T14:05:00.001-06:00

See full artcle here:http://www.examiner.com/review/review-scottevest-convertible-travel-pants

Review: Scottevest convertible travel pants

On a recent trip to Philadelphia, I put the SeV Convertible Travel Pants by the Scottevest company to the test.

When I travel, I look for clothes that are lightweight and don’t take up much room in my luggage. Also, I tend to bring dark-colored clothes so the stains won’t show, at least not as much. Who wants to do laundry on a trip? I also look for clothes that are versatile and clothes that are neither too casual nor too dressy. Plus, it’s nice to have a lot of pockets, particularly pockets that make it more difficult for pickpockets. The pickpockets are not so much a problem in this country, but it is a big problem in many cities in Europe.

View slideshow: SeV Travel Pants review

The SeV Convertible Travel Pants passed with flying colors on my Philly trip.

@travelllll gives you an in on how to beat the airlines at their own game! #travel #ttot

2012-08-08T16:27:00.001-06:00

See full article here: http://travelllll.com/2012/08/08/scottevest-review/#comment-11883

Beat The Airlines at Their Own Game with 24 Pockets and a Knowing Smile – SCOTTEVEST

August 8, 2012 by John O'Nolan

It’s everyone’s least favourite part of air travel. The arduous process of complying precisely with airline regulations when it comes to security and hand luggage. Thankfully, SCOTTEVEST have come up with a much needed solution.

@travelllll gives you an in on how to beat the airlines at their own game! #travel #ttot

2012-08-08T14:42:00.001-06:00

See full article here: http://travelllll.com/2012/08/08/scottevest-review/#comment-11883

Beat The Airlines at Their Own Game with 24 Pockets and a Knowing Smile – SCOTTEVEST

August 8, 2012 by John O'Nolan

@Gadling Gear Review: Scottevest Transformer Jacket..see here:

2012-08-06T09:30:00.001-06:00

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Gadling Gear Review: Scottevest Transformer Jacket

by Team Gadling 08.06.2012 13:20

Safely and securely carrying all of our gadgets while traveling can be a real chore. Many of us now hit the road with a smartphone, digital camera, tablet, headphones and more. While each of those tech toys has made travel more enjoyable, it isn't always easy to keep them well-organized and easy to access. Scottevest is a company that has built an extensive catalog of travel apparel designed to do just that. Their line of clothing is specifically built to keep all of our favorite gadgets close at hand while minimizing bulk. The new SeV Transformer Jacket delivers all of that plus a few unexpected surprises.

Great review of the #techie Transformer Jacket!

2012-07-23T08:33:00.001-06:00

See Full Article Here: http://geekbeat.tv/scottevest-transformer-review-a-techie-jacket-of-holding/

SCOTTEVEST Transformer Review: A Techie Jacket of Holding

July 21, 2012 By Jomichael Porter 6 Comments

Review Info:

Company: SCOTTEVEST
Product: Transformer
Industry: Clothing/Accessories

Innovations in mobile gadgets have had a revolutionary effect on the way people work, communicate, navigate, and entertain themselves. No surprise there. The downside of living in the future is that we wind up with a number of gadgets to keep track of everywhere we go. A backpack or shoulder bag is almost a necessity for the connected person on the go. All those gadgets have also greatly improved the experience of air travel. Games, ebooks, videos, and music are all readily available on a plane, but the rise of portable electronic functionality has paralleled the increase of inconvenience in the air travel at the security line and the check-in counter.

SCOTTEVEST Transformer Review: A Techie Jacket of Holding

July 21, 2012 By Jomichael Porter 6 Comments

Review Info:

Company: SCOTTEVEST
Product: Transformer
Industry: Clothing/Accessories

SCOTTEVEST takes solid aim at both of these problem areas and scores a big hit with their new jacket/vest combination, the Transformer. A light windbreaker with removable sleeves and more hidden pockets and zippers than one would ever imagine, this one article of clothing can do the work of an entire bag in many cases, and it does so while obscuring the bulk of all the technological wizardry concealed within.

The Coal colored SCOTTEVEST Transformer and an X-Ray view of what it can hold.

Julie shares how she "Hikes Without the Bulk With the SCOTTeVEST"! Check it out:

2012-07-12T15:42:00.001-06:00

See full article here: http://thetravelbeat.com/hike-without-the-bulk-with-the-scottevest/#comment-1297

Hike Without the Bulk With the SCOTTeVEST

Added by Julie on July 12, 2012
Saved under Active Travel, Blog, Reviews
Tags: clothing review, scottevest

Hiking with SCOTTeVEST

I don’t like bulk. I don’t like extra weight when I am trekking up a steep hill. It just slows me down and makes the hike more difficult on my cardio system.

Hiking is one of my favorite outdoor activities and living in Colorado makes it a perfect match. Often times, when I go on a day hike, I don’t want to carry a big ol’ backpack. I just want to bring some basics: my camera, water, car keys, a map, chapstick, snacks, and sometimes my cell phone. Without the backpack, this gets to be bulky stuffing it into my fleece pockets.

Finally, I found one of the coolest articles of clothing to reduce the bulk. It is more than a piece of clothing. The Scottevest is like a highly engineered, practical organizer – with sleeves. And seventeen pockets. Yep, seventeen.

I wore this vest when I was in Crested Butte this summer and I loved the freedom it gave me to bounce up the trail. Strangely, I did get the sense I forgot something. I got over that once I did an inventory check.

The Technical and Background Stuff

What is the SCOTTeVEST?

This Technology Enabled Clothing^® is described as a “convergence of fashion and technology.” The engineered, no bulge pocket design distributes the weight evenly to create a comfortable experience. Without the bulk. The patented Personal Area Network (PAN) allows for tangle-free wires for your MP3 player of choice.

The original vest was just the start of the owner’s idea to help travelers, adventurers, and gadget-lovers – “Scott’s Electronics Vest” – that led to the current SCOTTeVEST clothing line that includes the same technology and practical uses.

X-ray View of SCOTTEVEST Travel Vest

What I Liked About the Scottevest

No bulky pockets. Once I put everything I needed for the hike in my pockets, I was surprised how little bulk and weight there was. This is why I felt like I was forgetting something.

Everything was easily accesible with this vest. Imagine rummaging through your backpack or non-Scottevest pockets feeling around for your small tube of chapstick that is lost among your keys, your camera, and your snacks.

No bulky cotton. The vest itself was lightweight and breathable, which made it perfect in the middle of the hottest summer on record. For colder days, you can find plenty of other SCOTTeVEST options.

Pockets for larger items. While I didn’t bring my tablet or Kindle along on this day hike, the pockets designed for these items make it great for traveling to the airport. Just slip off the vest and breeze through security.

Pockets for smaller items. Aside from the pockets for large items, there were tiny pockets for things like chapstick, change, your ID, or your camera memory card. The pocket for your sunglasses includes a soft cleaning cloth. Having a secret hidden pocket made me feel a little spy-like.

Teflon-treated. Since I can be clumsy at times, I like that this vest is stain-resistant. It also helps if your trail mix or chocolate granola bars start to melt. This treatment also makes this vest resistant to water.

Listen up ladies! Amy shares that our Travel Vest for women is hot on the review! Check it out:

2012-07-10T09:46:00.001-06:00

See full article here: http://practicaltravelgear.com/scottevest-womens-travel-vest/#comment-98467

Scottevest Women’s Travel Vest

By Amy

As a traveling woman who hates carrying a purse, I can’t believe I hadn’t heard of Scottevest clothing until now. With vests, jackets, shirts, pants, and even a dress in their line-up of travel wear, the Scottevest line is designed to keep your hands free and your pack light with numerous useful pockets in each item of clothing.

The travel vest (available in both men’s and women’s cut) is designed for photographers, journalists, and any other serious travelers who find they have gear to carry but need their hands free. When I first saw the vest, I was floored: it has 17 pockets (yes, 17…enough to warrant a ‘pocket map’ to orient oneself to them all!). But here’s the amazing part: it does not look like a vest with 17 pockets. They’re so well-designed and strategically placed that the vest appears sleek and lightweight.

I turned the vest inside and out, checking out all the pocket options (some I didn’t even understand how to use). The fabric is lightweight poly, Teflon treated to be stain and water resistant, and its thin enough that I’ve been completely comfortable wearing it in summer. The 17 pockets can hold whatever you like, but certain ones are designed for certain objects (and when worn with the weight of them in the appropriate pockets, the vest is evenly weighted…it’s amazing). In a nutshell, the vest can hold a phone, camera, water bottle, iPad, wallet, travel documents, passport, loose change, keys, and more at once.

I tried out the women’s travel vest on several (very different) trips, taking it with me to a mountain lodge where I did a lot of hiking, a family trip to Canada where I needed to pack a lot of kid-friendly items like snacks, tissues, and sunscreen, and through airport security on a flight home from Colorado. I have not needed to fill every pocket up yet (I just never need all those things at once), but here’s how the travel vest fared for me:

For use on shorter hikes and day trips, the vest is a great solution when you have too much stuff to carry in traditional pockets (especially in summer, when you’re lacking a jacket) but not enough stuff to need a backpack. For a recent hike, I carried a camera, phone, keys, and water bottle in the travel vest, and felt comfortable and able to move easily (a worry of mine).

During our multi-day trip to Canada, I wore the vest while city touring and heading out on day excursions (again, hiking, and kayaking). I carried the extra supplies I needed with kids (the above-mentioned, plus extra sunglasses, other people’s cameras, etc). I liked how the vest looked (bear in mind, I’m no fashionista, but I don’t like looking like a dork, either) and I was never too hot.

Wearing the vest through airport security at Denver International, I agree with Scottevest’s claim that this vest can be used as an ‘extra’ carry-on. I was able to keep my iPad, phone, wallet, and passport in the vest and dump the whole thing onto the conveyer belt. Did I have room for these items in my traditional carry-on? Yes, so using the Scottevest was overkill on this solo trip. However, I’ll definitely put it to use while traveling by air with the whole family, when space is at a premium. Note: Some Scottevest products do have magnetic closures, which I imagine would cause problems through security (and when storing magnetized key cards).

The Scottevest washes easily (a regular cycle is fine…just be sure to take everything out of the pockets!) and packs quite small. A few other details I appreciate: the iPod and earbud system to easily thread your cord through the vest, and the large back pocket (this one is designed for the iPad, but you really only want to use it for that purpose if you’re not sitting down a lot). The vest is lined with mesh along the back so create some air flow. The key pocket includes a key fob, and the sunglasses pocket includes a lens cloth that can double for screens and camera lenses. Bottom line? The travel vest is an incredibly well-thought out product. Though it won’t work for every conceivable use (sometimes you definitely need a bag or pack), for the right trip, it would be a lifesaver.

The travel vest comes in hunter green, black, red, or gray in the women’s version. I have gray, and it’s a nice neutral color. Pick up a Scottevest at their website for $125 (many other styles are on offer in a range of prices) or look for one at Amazon for the same price.

@adventureswben shares how he traveled with ZERO luggage, and a #scottevest! Great article:

2012-07-02T10:10:00.001-06:00

See full article here: http://adventureswithben.com/clothes/traveled-0-pieces-luggage/

Travel blogger Ben does his twist on a No-Baggage Challenge!

@weblogtheworld weighs in on the highlights of #TBEX! Here is peek on our site:

2012-06-27T17:07:00.001-06:00

See Full Article Here: http://www.weblogtheworld.com/formats/featured/the-best-of-tbex-2012-my-offic...

"ScotteVest gave out free vests, which come in gray, black, navy, red and hunter green, to travel bloggers. Below I’m hanging with CEO Scott Jordan after I picked up my vest. It turns out that Steve Wozniak aka Woz, is on their board – nice job guys!"-Renee Blodgett

Another great #TBEX article, and great mention of their #scottevest! http://www.aspenreallife.com/2012/06/24/tbex12-conference-travel-bloggers/comment-page-1/#comment-173148

2012-06-25T12:47:00.001-06:00

See Full Article Here: http://www.aspenreallife.com/2012/06/24/tbex12-conference-travel-bloggers/com...

"Another sponsor who gets the value of travel bloggers, Scottevest, doled out to all the attendees a lightweight, breathable travel vest designed with 22 pockets allowing for you to take everything with you without the need of a heavy carry along bag. I love that concept, “give and you shall receive,” for what travel writer wouldn’t want to write about a free vest that they received that has so many pockets it eliminates the need to carry an extra bag while traveling?"-Jilly3

@examinercom shares a great article about our Transformer Jacket making travel easier!

2012-06-21T08:15:00.001-06:00

See full article here: http://www.examiner.com/article/gay-friendly-alaska-airlines-offers-discount-...

@trailsnet shares an awesome review of his SeV Travel Vest! Check it out here:

2012-06-20T10:10:00.001-06:00

See Full Article Here:http://trailsnet.com/2012/06/19/scottevest-trail-vest/#comment-1289

Keynote Speaker @cc_chapman shares his experience at #TBEX. What a great guy!

2012-06-18T12:41:00.001-06:00

See full article here: http://www.cc-chapman.com/2012/i-had-a-great-time-at-tbex/

I Had a Great Time at TBEX

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posted on June 18, 2012

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I still remember the first time someone told me about TBEX. I was confused and asked them a bit shockingly, “What in the world is the teabag conference?”

We shared a laugh and then I learned that it was the conference focused on travel writing. As this is something I want to do more of, it instantly went on my radar and I thought about going last year in Vancouver.

Last week when I was asked to give the opening keynote speech at this years TBEX12 in Keystone, Colorado I jumped at the chance.

It was a bit of a whirlwind trip on top of all the other recent traveling I’ve been doing.

Landing at the airport and rushing to make a shuttle to the resort and then battling car sickness on the almost two hour drive to the resort wasn’t the best way to start out. It didn’t get better when I got there and was told to get off at the wrong location and then walked over to the right location where I had the “fun” of feeling my first effects of being at such a high altitude.

The Keystone Resort is nothing short of gorgeous. With over 3,100 acres making up the resort and beutiful views in every direction I quickly forgot the troubles and focused on the beauty around me. I mean how can you be frustrated when this is what it looks like around you?

Once I picked up my badge and checked in with the team so they knew I safely arrived, I took some time to check out the conference center.

I wanted to get a feel for the room I’d be speaking in and see how everything else was set up. Vendors were just starting to set up in the expo hall, but I got a chance to finally meet Scott from ScottEVest. They did a very smart thing and were giving out free vests to all the attendees. Speakers like myself also got a couple of other goodies from them and I’m looking forward to trying out their products in the field to see if they live up to the hype or not.

Everyone was talking about how backed up the gondolas might get to take us up to the evening festivities, so I headed over early. I got right on and began making my way up the mountain. I took time to get off and enjoy the scenery which was even more breathtaking at this altitude. Being at over 11,000 feet at the time really took my breath away.

I stopped to enjoy a band playing and people watch some visitors to the resort who were not there for the conference. As I boarded the last of the gondolas to take me to my final destination I was handed a glass of champagne and a warm chocolate chip cookie. Not a combination I had ever thought about consuming, but somehow it worked.

The night was filled with a taste of the Vail Resorts.

The variety and quality of the food was top notch. While it was hard to pick a favorite, I have to go with the suckling berkshire pig ragout over house made pappardelle pasta with peach preserves from Beano’s Cabin. It was nothing short of amazing. So was the wild board shoulder from Alpenglow Stube and the corned buffalo sliders from Keystone Ranch.

Of course all of these might have been slightly overshadowed by the chocolate creations that filled the dessert tent. Everything from brownie hamburgers to chocolate coffee cup cappuccinos were awaiting everyone. Best part was I talked to the pastry chef for a bit and found out he was from Cape Cod.

I had hoped to stay and chat with more people for longer, but my altitude induced headache was not going to let it happen. Knowing I had to get up and rock the stage in the morning meant I had to get off the mountain and hope that I felt better in the morning. It was extremely peaceful to descend on the gondolas as the sun was setting and by the time I arrived at the bottom to be blanketed in darkness.

I awoke the next morning feeling better than the night before. Coffee, a granola bar and one final check of my slide deck meant that I was ready to go.

I packed up everything into my GORUCK GR2 since I’d be leaving directly from the conference center and headed on over.

The walk was beautiful with just enough chill in the morning. I chatted with a woman from the Loudoun County Tourism Board. I guess I never thought about Viginia having a wine country until that morning. Adding it to my long list of places to visit someday.

There is nothing like the rush you get just before taking the stage in front of a packed room of people.

My keynote went off without a hitch and the audience seemed to be really into it. I had lots of people approach me after the fact to thank me for coming to the conference. I kept thanking them for having me!

While my presentation style depends on me talking and not on the slides themselves, I thought I’d share what my slide deck looked like for the keynote.

Amazing Things Will Happen When Your Content Rules

Thankfully I had a few hours to check out the other sessions going on at TBEX. I popped around to check out several so I could get a feel for what the vibe was. Happy to report that it was one of learning on all levels. The conference organizers had done a really nice job of mixing up the sessions so that there was something for everyone.

While I would have loved to stay for the second nights cowboy themed party and the whole second day of the conference, I had to leave early in the afternoon in order to get home for Father’s Day. I wish I had been able to talk with more people and make more contacts there for paid writing and speaking engagements, but family always comes first.

The next TBEX happens in Costa Brava, Spain this September and will be back in the States next year. If you have any desire to get involved with creating media around travel and tourism this is the conference for you to attend. Thank you to the entire team behind the show for putting on a great job. I’m hoping the next one is not at such a high altitude since I know I wasn’t the only one who ran into problems with such a short stay.

If we didn’t get a chance to talk one-on-one at the event and you would to hire me to create something for you, speak at your event or invite me on a press trip, I’m only an e-mail away and I look forward to talking to you.

Thank you to everyone at TBEX for letting me become part of your community.

Photo Credit of me speaking – Dave Cynkin

We made Jessica LOVE our Travel Vest! Check this out! #TBEX

2012-06-18T12:01:00.001-06:00

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Review of Scottevest Women’s Travel Vest: You Made Me Love You

by Jessica on 06/18/2012

There is a palpable buzz and twitter(not the social media kind, although the tweets are flying) energizing the dimly lit room as 700 travel bloggers and travel industry representatives gather for the opening address of TBEX (Travel Bloggers Exchange) 2012. When you gather that many adventurers and globe trotters in one place there is a guaranteed enthusiasm that percolates through the air, but the excitement about the opportunity to collaborate with other travelers is just part of the story. If we are all honest, everyone is also just a little bit excited by the promise of conference swag.

Scottevest ponied up with some of the best swag of the conference by offering attendees a free Scottevest to review at registration. While this line of “obsessively engineered” clothing has a strong following among serious travelers, I was unimpressed. Any garment that has umpteen pockets specified to carry every wired gadget in existence is certainly any tech geek’s idea of a good contraption, but could it be functional, or fashionable?

~Scottevest Women's Travel Vest in Red~

I almost changed my mind when I learned that the vest was available in neutral gray and black, but also kicky red. Still, I remained resolute! Pockets for gear were good for backpackers and photogs, but would never work for me. I know that I will probably never be mistaken for a fashionista, but with four kids I am already pushing the limits of frump-dom and I can’t afford any fashion missteps. If I am going to wear something when I am traveling, it has to be comfortable, and let’s face it-cute!

~Scottevest Pockets are labeled with pictures to show the function of each pocket~

While I was still skeptical about the aesthetics, I couldn’t help but be amazed by the engineering. There was a pocket for everything-a pocket for sunglasses, a pocket for my I-Phone, a pocket for my camera, even a pocket to fold and store the vest. Surprisingly ,I started to get a little geeked out at the possibilities for all those pockets, but I still wasn’t certain I wanted to wear it. Then I noticed that of all those pockets, only two showed from the outside, and the rest of the vest was fashionably designed with a waist slimming cut and a design that skims the hips for a figure flattering fit. So, I tried it on and…it was cute! Cute from the front, cute from the back, super cute with boots and a scarf. It was a garment that I would actually want to add to my wardrobe, but with all the added functionality of the pockets galore.

~So cute, right? This is Scott, the creator of Scottevest.~

After a day of wearing the vest just to feel fancy, I wanted to try it out for functionality. For my plane trip home, I loaded the pockets with my I-Phone, headphones, tickets, glasses, granola bars, and a notepad and paper. I admit I felt a little like Inspector Gadget when I reached into one of the pockets for my gear, but I loved having everything right at my fingertips. With the weight management system, I didn’t feel at all like a pack mule, although I was certainly carrying enough. I especially appreciated being able to have everything accessible to check in for my flight, but then keep in all intact and just slip off the vest to go through security. No need to cram everything into my bag and then spend time digging it all back out. This vest is my new (free) carryon bag.

~Extra Cuteness when worn by a baby, but I won't be sharing any time soon. It's mine, all mine!~

After wearing this vest for just one weekend, I feel like I am just beginning to really understand the value of the oodles of pockets( did I tell you there was a lipstick pocket?) One thing I do know is that this vest will be a regular part of my traveling wardrobe, and I will be looking cute while I wear it. Go, go gadget Scottevest!

~I know that I already mentioned that I received the Scottevest Ladies Travel Vest for free, but just because I love the FTC, so much, I’ll say it one more time. The vest was free. I wanted to hate it, but I love it!~

Another great review of our women's #Trench Coat! Check it out here.

2012-06-12T11:50:00.001-06:00

See full article here: http://thegermanbrazilianlondoner.blogspot.com/2012/06/excess-baggage-rescue-...

Excess baggage? Rescue is here!

Being a traveller for many years, I have always been daunted with the prospect of having to pack my suitcase (and hand luggage for that matter), even after thoroughly investigating each individual airline's baggage regulations...

But recently, I stumbled over a travel clothing brand which holds the promise of avoiding such agonies in the future:

It's called SCOTTEVEST Travel Clothing and sells the most gorgeous Women's Trench Coat (18 pockets!!!) I have ever seen. Must have had me in mind when they designed this ;-)

Oh and for hot weather, they even have trousers and dresses or shirts for my Brazilian summer adventures!

Not sure, if they deliver to Brazil though, have to investigate the page for more info on that. If they don't, I'll just ask my family and friends in London or Germany to get them for me and pick them up during one of my visits.

So definitely, as soon as we finish our Porto Seguro home, first thing my savings will go into are those amazing travel clothes!!!

For more info: http://www.scottevest.com/

The Frugal Traveler: Extreme packing measures to save on baggage fees

2012-06-11T13:37:00.001-06:00

See Full Article Here: http://www.macon.com/2012/06/11/2056073/the-frugal-traveler-extreme-packing.html

The Frugal Traveler: Extreme packing measures to save on baggage fees

Published: June 11, 2012

By MYSCHA THERIAULT — McClatchy-Tribune News Service

With budget airlines beginning to charge for carry-on bags, the need to pack light has reached critical mass. Factor in technical gear such as laptops, camera lenses and power packs, and it becomes obvious that more extreme packing strategies are in order. A three-pronged approach generally serves me well.

Clothing: Items that store flat and suit a variety of situations make my personal short list. Pack a pashmina scarf, for example, and you've also got a colorful belt, stylish head covering and a dressy wrap. For men, swim trunks styled like cargo shorts create wardrobe flexibility. Tilley makes a smart-casual pub cap suitable for both genders that's space efficient and looks great with a variety of outfits. My recent purchase of a specialized women's trench coat from a company called Scottevest was strategic. The $150 price might seem steep, but the piece's 18 pockets hold everything from my touch-screen phone and passport to my sunglasses and a small tablet device, providing valuable additional room in my under-the-seat baggage.

Check out this great review of our Travel Vest by #photographer Peter Bates!

2012-06-08T07:55:00.001-06:00

See full article here:http://stylus.batescommunications.net/productreviews.htm#scottevest

SCOTTEVEST Men's Travel Vest – An Excellent Photography Vest

I had been looking for a multi-pocketed vest that I could use for my photography gewgaws when I went on shoots, or to simply traveled with my gear. The last time I went on a shoot I had to ask my friend to carry my gadgets for me, so I wouldn't be fumbling with my equipment. The SCOTTEVEST Men's Travel Vest appears to be the solution. It has 24 pockets. Wearing it means means I can easily a flash, a flash bounce card, a notepad, an extra lens, model releases, and remote trigger on every shoot. I don't ever have to dig into a camera bag for them. One of the pockets even has a lint-less cloth attached to a small cord so it doesn't get lost while I use it for wiping lenses and glasses.

To my delight, a minimum of the vest's pockets use Velcro. This annoying and noisy substance is used in only three small locations: two translucent polyethylene iPod pockets and the wire groove surrounding the collar. (It is designed for winding earphone cords the wearer's neck.) Otherwise, the vest's zippers are so silent the average nature photographer will not scare off any wildlife.

I particularly like the magnetic latches on the two main side pockets. They flop into action instantly, automatically holding any contents safely in place. Of course, you can always choose to zip up the pockets as well, for double security. The jacket itself is not particularly hot in the summer months, yet it kept me warm in the chilliest of air-conditioned rooms, such as a movie theater. About the only caution I would cite for this vest is don't give into the temptation to fill it too much. Heavy is still heavy, whether it applies to a vest or a backpack.

Note that SCOTTEVEST is having a Father's Day sale that includes this vest.

For more information:

SCOTTEVEST Men's Travel Vest

Peter Bates

Lee-Reid Family Travels: My Scottevest and Other Clothing Items

2012-05-31T14:47:00.001-06:00

See Full Article Here: http://lee-reidfamilytravels.blogspot.com/2012/05/my-scottevest-and-other-clothing-items.html

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

My Scottevest and Other Clothing Items

When it comes to clothing, I may not be the person to look to for fashion advice. Like a lot of guys, I don't particularly care what I look like much of the time, as long as I don't look disheveled or foolish. And I don't waste a moment wondering what I might be seen wearing in travel photos. While I don't hide from the camera, I also don't particularly care to be in the photos. When I see a photogenic or iconic site, I want a photo of it, not me standing in front of it. I do care about packing lightly, however.

It's not just about avoiding schlepping around unwanted weight, though that certainly matters. It's about striving to keep all things unrelated to the travel experience I seek, as simple as possible. I don't want clutter. I want my mental check list of things I have to keep track of (that I have any control over) as short as possible. Because lord knows, the list of other things I have to keep track of is long.

So when it comes to standard items of clothing in the climate of Italy in the summer, I'll be keeping it very simple;

5-6 newer t-shirt style shirts in various earth tones.
1 pair long lightweight cargo pants
1 pair khaki pants (dressy style, very light microfiber)
2 pair short pants - 1 cargo style, 1 a bit dressier
1 light long-sleeve button-down shirt to be worn over a t-shirt on a cooler day
5-6 pair of thicker socks to help cushion the feet
5-6 pair new underwear
Timberland hiking boots
Sandals for warm, non-hiking days
Scottevest convertible travel jacket/vest
Tilley hat

So yes, there will be frequent laundry to do. Since our trips are not short, there is never any possibility of avoiding doing laundry. If you have to do it, you might just as well do small amounts frequently rather than accumulating large piles of smelly, dirty clothing. Everything on my list will dry overnight if the weather isn't overly wet. I have learned to avoid jeans since they are heavy to carry, bulky to pack, bulky to wash and take forever to dry.

All of those items (except for the change of clothing I wear on the plane) get put into my Rick Steves backpack. We all have one - specially designed to be very light and to meet most carry-on luggage requirements. You wouldn't want to have it on your back while hiking 20 miles in the mountains. It's not that kind of backpack. But it works really well to carry from a train station to your lodging. There will still be plenty of room in the pack for some basic non-clothing items as well.

My Tilley hat is important to me because it keeps the sun off my bald head. If you are not among the follicly-challenged, count yourself lucky that you don't have to worry about such things. A garden-variety baseball-style hat would be simpler, but the Tilley covers me better and perhaps makes me look slightly less typically American.

Which brings us to my Scottevest jacket. I bought it for our trip Down Under last summer knowing that it would be cool for much of the time we were in New Zealand. But I bought that particular jacket because it is specially designed as a travel jacket with lots of pockets (see geeky "x-ray" photo above). It also has removable sleeves to convert into a vest. The full jacket can keep me warm during a cool day hiking in the mountains, but with the sleeves off and the zipper lowered, it can be practical to wear on all but the warmest days.

Why would I want to wear a travel vest in summer? Partly just as a convenient place to keep my camera, iPod and a few other items with me without having to revert to using my cargo pants/shorts. But also for security. I don't obsess about the risk of pick-pockets while in Europe, but Italian cities are known as being somewhat higher risk. I don't use a money-belt or any of the related devices. The jacket - with all of the pockets zippered and most of them interior - is a very safe place to keep valuables. As a bonus, it's a great way to get extra stuff on the plane without having to worry about carry-on restrictions of either size or weight. Since it's clothing and not a bag, you can put anything in there that will fit. I may not need to take full advantage of that characteristic, but it's nice to know it's there.

As a way of demonstrating this ability, I made a little video. Remember all that electronics stuff I wrote about in my last blog post? Well, watch this...

Obviously, I would never be carrying around all this stuff with me (why would I need three cameras and five iPods?) but this was just for fun.

One more thing; This post and the previous one refer to many somewhat expensive items used for travel. Lest you think this all adds up to an obscene additional cost, rest assured that each item (well, except for the travel backpacks) get used very frequently at home as well. And almost none of the items I have noted was purchased at regular price. Some of them were purchased at deep discounts during sale periods. Many were purchased slightly used on eBay. Overall, I would guess we paid about 60% of the retail price for all of these items, spread out over the last few years.

Travel Items All Men Should Have | 52 Perfect Days http://www.52perfectdays.com/perfect-travel-gear/travel-items-men/ via @52perfectdays

2012-05-24T15:27:00.001-06:00

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Travel Items All Men Should Have

by TODD MEISLER 0 comments

When men travel, rarely are there products and items that really go the extra mile to be effective and travel worthy. I recently searched for products to make my next trip the most pleasurable and easy experience. Not only did I find some really unique items, I also got to see how some companies are going the extra mile to make a man’s travel experience better and easier to enjoy. Follow me to the travel gear vault so I can tell you all about the great items I found.

Red Sun Chaser Travel Bag made by Red Oxx

The Red Oxx Manufacturing Company make the most stylish and rugged travel bags in the most vivid, bold colors with dependably strong fabrics and handles. This bag will last you the rest of your life, and if it doesn’t you can call the company to have them replace it. Red Oxx warranties it for life. Super thick, highly polished and strong hardware with zippers that can take a beating. The flat bottom makes the bag more stable and rigid so it keeps its shape longer.

This bag is very hip and sports like but designed so it can be used as a stylish weekend bag or overnighter. It has many pockets that have good capacity and sizes that are useful. The shoulder strap is covered in soft rubber for comfort. The price point for this bag is about $155, considering you will use it forever, it’s a pretty good deal. One of the company’s tag lines is “This product is guaranteed forever, be sure to include it in your will”. I love a great marketing campaign and a company with a sense of humor.

Redd Oxx Travel Bags are sold direct and range from $120 to $300.

Connect with Red Oxx
Website: http://www.redoxx.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Red-Oxx-Bags/28851603721
Twitter: @RedOxxAffairs http://twitter.com/#!/RedOxxAffairs

ScottVest Clothing

Lightweight Vest for Men
This vest is awesome! You could go anywhere and utilize this vest efficiently in warm or cool climates.

22 pockets. You can even carry your ipad in it. It’s a must have travel item because you don’t need to carry all your items around in bags or a backpack, they are secure on the deep pockets and secret compartments of this great travel vest. It’s made of a lightweight polyeser fabric that is really nice and does not need special treatment as it’s machine washable. The mesh lining keeps you cool when it’s warm out and it actually does a great job keeping you warm in windy weather and adds a nice layer to the outfit. The fabric is Teflon treated so it does not stain easily and it’s rain resistant.

Scott Men’s Three3 Vest is available on Amazon for about $60

Ultimate Cargo Pants
These really are amazing. The offer 16 pockets for almost any item you would need while traveling. The fabric is lightweight and really breathes well, with a soft yet strong feel. The legs of these cargo pants zip off, making them awesome shorts and even more useful. They have magnets in the pocket flaps, I am not sure if this is good or bad. I do know that when I walk by cars the pants are mysteriously drawn to the metal doors. Kind of a new sensation but nice features never the less. Long pockets, short pockets and elastic waist band for comfort. These pants are also good for a game of golf or a casual night out on the town. Or if you zip them off into shorts they are great for a big old fashioned BBQ.

SeV Bamboo Polo

This shirt is super comfortable. Did you ever think that Bamboo could be soft and a pleasure to wear? It’s lightweight and wrinkle resistant. The colors are rich and unique, offering a great mix and match option with your wardrobe. Casual yet functional, the shirt offers three hidden pockets; one in the side for a billfold or credit card and keys, a shoulder pocket with a cord path for ipod headphones. These pockets are all so well concealed they are not visible to the person standing next to you, I even had a problem finding the zippers and all. Good design on this shirt, form, function and sustainability.

Scottvest Products are avaialble at their website scottvest.com

Connect with ScottVest:

Website: www.scottevest.com/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/SeVTravelClothing
Twitter: @scottevest

What do you carry when you wander around? Check out this review by @MichaelW_Bklyn #Travel

2012-05-21T12:24:00.001-06:00

see full article: http://michaelwtravels.blogspot.com/2012/05/product-review-scottevest-fleece-50.html

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Product Review: ScotteVest Fleece 5.0 Jacket

I was asked by travel clothing company SCOTTEVEST/ SeV to write a review of one of their products for their weekly Pocket Guide newsletter. I am happy to announce that this post will be featured there!

I'm always on the lookout for new gear to make traveling easier.

While wandering around, I like to take a lot of stuff with me. I usually have my cell phone, camera, gorilla pod, passport, wallet, keys, a half liter of water and various other items. If I don't want to walk around with a backpack, my problem usually is -where do I store all of these things? There are only so many pockets in a pair of jeans or the average coat!

Making great use of my ScotteVest in Beacon, NY

I think I may have come across a great solution to my problem- ScotteVest.

ScotteVest is a company that designs a line of clothing which uses TEC- Technology Enabled Clothing. A patented system of pockets, wire management and specialized features for clothing.

I first came across ScotteVest while reading one of my favorite blogs, Everything Everywhere written by Gary Arndt. Gary has been traveling around the world for the last 5 years and is a big fan of the brand which got me interested.

Seeing ScotteVest founder Scott Jordan on the ABC show Shark Tank made me more curious. (Scott was trying to raise $500,000 for TEC, not ScotteVest.)

About a month ago I decided to reach out to ScotteVest to find out some more about their products. I was offered a product to test and review and selected the Fleece 5.0 Jacket.

Fleece 5.0

The Fleece 5.0 has many nice features:

24 pockets so it can hold a lot of gear
It's Convertible- zip-off sleeves convert it from a jacket to a vest
Personal Area Network (PAN) for wiring headphones through jacket to avoid getting tangled in loose wires
The material is a soft, mid-weight micro-fleece with anti-static treatment
Many pockets have small picture-tabs to show what is intended to go inside
Reflective Accents

I was impressed with the 5.0 from the moment I opened the package. It is a really good looking jacket that fit me perfectly and is also very comfortable. It really is amazing how much this jacket can hold. There are pockets for a cell phone, camera, passport, sunglasses, ID, two pen pockets and it can even hold an iPad.

Here's what I love about the jacket- the amount of pockets! Even if you don't use them all for the intended items, there is plenty of room for just about everything you might want to carry with you. The ones I appreciated the most were the keyring clip and cord, the eyeglass pocket, the camera pocket and the front chest pocket.

Keyring Clip & Cord
A really smart touch with added protection from losing your keys

Eyeglass Pocket
One of my favorite pockets. I do not wear glasses but this pocket is perfect for my sunglasses when I don't want to carry a case. Also, I don't like wearing my sunglasses on top of my head when inside, so this solves that problem. An added bonus in the pocket is the cleaning cloth attached to the pocket on an elastic cord.

Camera Pocket
Perfect size and easy access for compact cameras. There is also a small pocket with a velcro closure within it for storing an extra memory card.

Chest Pocket

I actually liked this pocket to hold my phone. I found that it was easier to access my phone then when in the Clear Touch Pocket. More on that later

I was curious to see what the jacket would look like with all my stuff in it. I read the that the pockets are designed so that you can't see anything sticking out (ScotteVest calls this NoBulge engineering). First I tested a small water bottle in the water bottle loop located in the front pocket of the jacket. While it did add some bulk you couldn't really tell what was in there.

Next I tested the fleece with my iPad inside. It fit nicely and was pretty much unnoticeable with the jacket open or closed. However, it was clear that something was there when the jacket was zipped up and I was sitting down. The tablet also made it a bit uncomfortable due to the weight in the jacket pulling on that side. However, I'd definitely use the tablet pocket at the airport or when going out for a short walk.

X-Ray View

Inside the chest area are two Clear Touch Fabric Pockets. They are intended to be used for your cell phone, music player or other similar device. The idea of the pockets to me are better than their actual function. I tried my iPhone inside the pocket a few times and found that it fit very well. However, I found it hard to get the phone in and out due to the velcro closure on top and half zipper on the side. I like how you can use the touch screen of the phone through the pocket but I found it hard to read the phone's display through the Clear Touch. If I plan to just use my phone to listen to music, then this pocket is perfect when wired to the PAN.

I prefer keeping my cell phone in the outside, vertical chest pockets. They are roomy, provide easy access to my phone and have a small pocket within it if I want my phone more secure inside the pocket.

Overall, the Fleece 5.0 is a well thought out jacket that is a great addition to my wardrobe for travel or for day to day use. I especially look forward to wearing it in the airport. I think it will make getting through security a much easier process. Try filling the pockets with ScotteVest's intended use (refer to the included Pocket Map) or customize it to suit your needs!

The ScotteVest Fleece 5.0 retails for $140.
Find out about the fleece and all of the other products offered at ScotteVest.com.

**Check back in the upcoming weeks for my wife Kim's first blog post: A review of the ScotteVest Molly Jacket.

****Disclaimer- The item reviewed in this post was given to me for the purpose of a fair & honest review but it in no way has any bearing on my views****

Scott Jordan, CEO of SCOTTEVEST/SeV and Gadget Lover

You can imagine my surprise when I opened up the Financial Times on the trip from Paris to SLC and saw this article about SCOTTEVEST!

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The weather is getting cooler, time to warm up with a Chloe Hoodie! Vicki shares a great review:

See Full Article Here: http://www.mymac.com/2012/09/scottevest-chloe-hoodie-review-2/

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@xpatmatt puts his spin on why and how our Travel Vest makes #travel easier! Check out his review:

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Ed Walsh shares an honest review of Scott's favorites, the Convertible Travel Pants! See it here:

Review: Scottevest convertible travel pants

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@travelllll gives you an in on how to beat the airlines at their own game! #travel #ttot

See full article here: http://travelllll.com/2012/08/08/scottevest-review/#comment-11883

Beat The Airlines at Their Own Game with 24 Pockets and a Knowing Smile – SCOTTEVEST

@travelllll gives you an in on how to beat the airlines at their own game! #travel #ttot

See full article here: http://travelllll.com/2012/08/08/scottevest-review/#comment-11883

Beat The Airlines at Their Own Game with 24 Pockets and a Knowing Smile – SCOTTEVEST

@Gadling Gear Review: Scottevest Transformer Jacket..see here:

Gadling Gear Review: Scottevest Transformer Jacket

Great review of the #techie Transformer Jacket!

SCOTTEVEST Transformer Review: A Techie Jacket of Holding

SCOTTEVEST Transformer Review: A Techie Jacket of Holding

Julie shares how she "Hikes Without the Bulk With the SCOTTeVEST"! Check it out:

Hike Without the Bulk With the SCOTTeVEST

The Technical and Background Stuff

What I Liked About the Scottevest

Listen up ladies! Amy shares that our Travel Vest for women is hot on the review! Check it out:

Scottevest Women’s Travel Vest

@adventureswben shares how he traveled with ZERO luggage, and a #scottevest! Great article:

@weblogtheworld weighs in on the highlights of #TBEX! Here is peek on our site:

Another great #TBEX article, and great mention of their #scottevest! http://www.aspenreallife.com/2012/06/24/tbex12-conference-travel-bloggers/comment-page-1/#comment-173148

@examinercom shares a great article about our Transformer Jacket making travel easier!

@trailsnet shares an awesome review of his SeV Travel Vest! Check it out here:

Keynote Speaker @cc_chapman shares his experience at #TBEX. What a great guy!

See full article here: http://www.cc-chapman.com/2012/i-had-a-great-time-at-tbex/

I Had a Great Time at TBEX

We made Jessica LOVE our Travel Vest! Check this out! #TBEX

Review of Scottevest Women’s Travel Vest: You Made Me Love You

Another great review of our women's #Trench Coat! Check it out here.

Excess baggage? Rescue is here!

The Frugal Traveler: Extreme packing measures to save on baggage fees

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Check out this great review of our Travel Vest by #photographer Peter Bates!

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Lee-Reid Family Travels: My Scottevest and Other Clothing Items

Lee-Reid Family Travels

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

My Scottevest and Other Clothing Items

Travel Items All Men Should Have | 52 Perfect Days http://www.52perfectdays.com/perfect-travel-gear/travel-items-men/ via @52perfectdays

Travel Items All Men Should Have

What do you carry when you wander around? Check out this review by @MichaelW_Bklyn #Travel

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Product Review: ScotteVest Fleece 5.0 Jacket

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