Bronwen Jewelry

Bronwen Lodato has been making jewelry for as long as she can remember. Her inspiration stems from a life lived in motion. Whether she is stand-up paddling in Phuket, sailing the Tuamotus in search of pearls, or slacklining in the high Sierra, Bronwen is gathering images for jewelry. The colors, textures, and memories of her adventures are reflected in the lively pieces of her collections. Her jewelry is equally lovely worn on a yoga mat, a beach in the South Pacific, or a bistro in Cinque Terre.

Bronwen met Michael Rubovits in the mountains of Oregon while they were instructing wilderness expeditions for Outward Bound. Growing up in the rugged beauty of Colorado and Arizona with educator parents, Michael has always led a life filled with outdoor adventure and cultural travel. Bronwen and Michael teamed up and have spent the last decade working and playing in the wilderness, exploring foreign countries, and successfully navigating the ebb and flow of marriage. After Michael completed his MBA in Sustainable Business, he became the Financial Director for Keep Tahoe Blue. Michael and Bronwen have combined her passion for designing jewelry with his interest in business and so the adventure continues (with a wee little one on the way in January 2011)!

North Face Osito Jacket

Comprised of an incredibly soft, silken fleece, this full zip jacket keeps female explorers warm and comfortable beneath its lavish fabric. Designed to be worn as a causal outer layer in cold weather conditions, sport the Osito Jacket on down-time around base camp, or on romps around town.

Patagonia Buckshot Flannel

Upholding a tradition of great plaids, the Buckshot Flannel has a soft hand and durable construction. It in a lightweight organic cotton (70%) and polyester (30%) blend, with button-closure flaps on the chest pockets and a shirttail hem. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

North Face Pumori Fleece Jacket

The North Face Pumori Polartec 200 series fleece is designed and constructed to zip into outer shells for increased warmth and added stability. Of course that’s not all this standard fit fleece is used for. Its ability to stand alone in cold winter conditions makes this North Face Pumori fleece and must have in any winter collection.

Pack & Paddle Wave Tee

We've been waiting for the new P&P tee shirts to arrive and they're finally here! The tees are the same high quality organic cotton shirts we've always used. The graphic, designed by Jared Jacob brings out the cool, funky feel of what our shop is all about.

The design is available in mens and womens in both long sleeve and short sleeve styles. We hope you love it as much as we do!

Olukai Arrives at Pack & Paddle

We're excited to introduce Olukai to Lafayette. This line of sandals and shoes are known for their comfort and durability. Here's what Olukai says about themselves:

The ocean is what grounds us.

It connects us to something beyond ourselves: our history, our community, our planet.

The islands are what inspire us.

We draw from the relaxed lifestyle, pure and diverse ecosystems, comfortable climate,
and close sense of family. OluKai was conceived from a desire to create a better class
of products for the life we live in and around the water.

And in every facet of our business, we’re committed to respecting the people and the environments we touch.

There is a strong tradition of giving an offering or tribute in Polynesian culture.
Our philosophy at OluKai is to support the efforts of those who continue to give back
to preserve local cultures and traditions.

We are committed to be environmentally responsible manufacturers as well as pledging
to actively support and work for a clean environment and a better quality of life.

We hope you'll stop by to check out the shoes today.

Costa Del Mar Sunglasses

What attracted us to carrying Costa Del Mar was their complete focus on sunglasses for use around the water. Because of the popularity of kayaking and especially Kayak Fishing, we wanted to offer a fishing sunglass that was second to none. After trying a pair out in the Biloxi Marsh last weekend, I think we made the right pick.
My initial impressions of my new Costa 580's were two: First off, they were incredibly light for a glass lens sunglass. I like glass lenses for their durability and optical clarity. However, glass lenses usually end up so heavy that they are not great for active sports. The 580's felt as light as non-glass lenses. The second impression what the amazing contrast the 580's gave me on the water. Everything looked cleaner, clearer and crisper.
As I worked back deep into the marsh I started noticing redfish everywhere. I think I had gotten used to not seeing them with my old glasses - so it took a little while to realize how easy they were to spot with my new Costa's. When I got back to a shallow pond, I saw a dozen or so fish tailing with their backs out of the water. As the tide rose, the fish were below the surface so I had to depend on my sunglasses to let me see through the glare of the water's surface. The 580's were nothing short of incredible for sight fishing. I would go as far as to say that it was a whole new game compared to my old polarized glasses.
If you are looking for the best performance on the water or off, come by and take a look at our huge selection of Costa Del Mar sunglasses.