As a consumer shopping for a new piece of outdoor gear, fabric terminology can be a bit confusing. The old “apples to oranges” analogy often applies when comparing backpacks made by different companies, of varying...

With all the options on the market these days, sometimes it feels like you need a PhD in Gear just to find the right backpack for your needs. We asked our Product Designer, Sam, to...

We first heard of the Trashy Girls Collective when they posted a photo of a recent beach cleanup using Matador Hip Packs to free up their hands while they picked up trash. We were so...

I’ve been a Matador fan and ambassador living in San Diego for 4 years. When Matador asked me what I’ve been up to lately, I was stoked to tell them about my newly launched company...

A diversity of waves, fragrant curries and smiling faces, Sri Lanka is the surf destination of your dreams. From November to April, the South Coast offers consistent waves for all levels. From May, summer brings...

Traveling to Sayulita has been on the top of my list for a while now, so when I recently had the opportunity to join some friends for a trip, I was quick to jump on...

We dropped down over Taldyk Pass, and the tiny town of Sary Tash lay spread out before us at the base of the mountain. When my pre-arranged taxi ride from Osh, Kyrgyzstan to Murghab, Tajikistan...

Photo by: Nils Nedel If you spend a lot of time at airports, you know that little comforts can make a big difference. Whether it saves you from standing in an hour-long line, or gets...

THE MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT VISITING PATAGONIA.  All the information you need to know, right here in one place! An absolute must read for anybody considering a trip to Patagonia, all based on our first...