Adventures
Travel tips, stories, advice, and more.

Reel 2017 - Lars Schneider
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Overland Travel: A Conversation with Kate of @MotoTraverse
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February 02 2017 – Chris Clearman
Authenticating your Matador Products
Counterfeit goods are a huge problem for today’s consumer, totaling an estimated 500 billion dollars annually. Odds are good that you’ve accidentally bought a counterfeit and never even knew it. Counterfeits are no longer limited to high-end handbags and shoes. They’ve trickled their way into everyday products. This is especially true if you shop on marketplaces like Amazon.com where counterfeiters...
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February 02 2017 – Chris Clearman
Quit Your Job and Travel Europe
Everyone has dreams of quitting their job, throwing caution to the wind, and escaping the mundane to seek unknown international adventure…but few people actually do it. We’re here with Michael Coen and Tabitha Yeasley who recently did just that. We’re picking their brains to see if this dream is as scary and unattainable as it seems. Tell us a little...
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January 18 2017 – Kyle Bardouche
A Converstation with Liz Sasseman | GET INSPIRED SERIES
In our get inspired journal series, we are getting personal with some seriously inspiring people. Get advice and insider stories from some of the most amazing people we know. Ready to get inspired to live your best life? We thought so. x Liz Sasseman @elizabethsasseman http://elizabethashleysasseman.blogspot.com/ Boulder, Colorado x You’re an ultra-runner (among other things!). Can you tell...
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January 17 2017 – Chris Clearman
20 Things to do in San Francisco
So you’re headed to San Francisco on vacation? The city and the surrounding area has so much to offer that it can be completely overwhelming. You could spend a month hitting the world-famous tourist attractions alone. This list is designed to be your filter. Having both vacationed to, and lived in SF for years, this list is built from experience. ...
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January 03 2017 – Kyle Bardouche
Exploring Yosemite with Chris Martin
A photo escape of Yosemite. Check out Chris Martin and his website here.
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November 29 2016 – Chris Clearman
Why Gray?
Why are all Matador products gray? Short answer: Because gray is the right color. Long answer: When we design a product, every detail is considered and every decision is made for a reason. This includes the fabric color among many, many other things. But how can one color be “better” than another? Gray doesn’t show dirt or debris like white...
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November 17 2016 – Nellie Stephenson
Learn How to Slackline
So you want to learn how to slackline, huh? With roots in the 70s in Yosemite Valley, this sister sport of tightrope walking is excellent cross training for climbing, skiing and snowboarding, yoga, and more. You’ll gain balance, strengthen your core, and hone your ninja skill set in the process. Plus, it’s a fun and easy way to get...
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November 17 2016 – jaime caso
A Conversation with Lauren Roth | GET INSPIRED SERIES
In our get inspired journal series we are getting personal with some seriously inspiring people. Get advice and insider stories from some of the most amazing people we know. Ready to get inspired to live your best life? We thought so. x x Lauren Roth Social: @ LaurenRothArt Instagram and Facebook www.mynameislauren.com Home right now is Kailua, Hawaii ...
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November 10 2016 – Kyle Bardouche
Adventures in Iceland
We ventured to Iceland last week and it was an incredible time. x From the vast landscapes, and empty roads, to the fascinating waterfalls, Iceland is unlike anywhere we've ever been. x Feel free to download the images below and use for anything you like. x All photos by Matt Brodeur. x We'll let the photos do the rest of the...
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September 20 2016 – Kyle Bardouche
Escape to the Faroe Islands
An amazing three and half-minute video of Lars Schneider exploring the Faroe Islands.
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September 20 2016 – Kyle Bardouche
A 1-Day Guide to 12 National Parks
A guide to 12 U.S. National Parks if you only have 1 day [Infographic] by Expedia
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September 19 2016 – Kyle Bardouche
50 Essential Backpacking Tips
50 Essential Backpacking Tips [Infographic] by the team at Expedia
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June 16 2016 – Chris Clearman
INTERNATIONAL EATING, EAT IT ALL WITHOUT GETTING SICK
In our opinion, travel is the best way to gain new experiences. We fly across the globe to see and do new things. So of course, it would makes sense to eat new things too. When I say we have a lot of experience in international eating, I mean it. We'll cover tips for international noshing sans stomach upset, some...
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June 10 2016 – jaime caso
ANGKOR WAT, 5 INSIDER TIPS FOR MORE ADVENTURE
Angkor Wat is an extensive temple complex in Cambodia and is a must for any adventure bucket list. Of the many wonders of the ancient world, this one really lives up to the hype. We have some insider tips and tricks for you to make the most of your trip. 1. Fly into Siem Reap, Cambodia. We flew into Phnom Penh and...
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June 08 2016 – Chris Clearman
10 TIPS FOR BACKPACKING WITH YOUR DOG
We love pets. A matter of fact, one of our first employees here at Matador was a pint sized dog named Little D. We hit the local trails out here in Colorado every chance we get, and Little D is no exception. We have traveled extensively with dog in tow, and we have more than a few tips and tricks to...
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