Articles by Graham Hiemstra

Field Mag's benevolent overlord, Graham Hiemstra is a writer & photographer with over a decade experience covering style, design, and outdoor gear.
Greater Goods x Field Mag Upcycled Chalk Bag Collection Release
New Merch! Greater Goods x Field Mag Upcycled Chalk Bags NOW AVAILABLE

Our first collab with friends from across the pond, these chalk bags & buckets for rock climbing are cut and sewn by hand of upcycled outerwear

How to Be a Good Adventure Buddy, According to Alex Strohl
Q&A: Photographer Alex Strohl on Film, Friendship & New Zine "Adventure Buddies"

Talking film photography and Adventure Buddies, Strohl's new zine project documenting human-powered trips with Isaac Johnston, Chris Burkard, and more

Hikerkind x Allmansright Release EDC Water Bottle Bag Collaboration
Exclusive: New York Brands Hikerkind & Allmansright Release New EDC Collab

From Brooklyn and the Bronx, two design-driven New York City upstarts come together for a limited-edition bottle bag for use in town and on the trail

Ultralight Backpacking: How I Learned to Embrace UL Hiking Philosophy
How Embracing an Ultralight Mentality Changed My Whole Perspective on Hiking

A deep dive into the world of lightweight and ultralight backpacking, and why you should embrace the "less is more" philosophy, too

Finland's Own Tarvas Makes Footwear for Everyday Exploration
Finnish Hikers Made for Unpredictable Weather, in Town & on the Trail

Made outside Helsinki with natural materials sourced from neighboring countries, this minimalist footwear brand embodies the Nordic high standard of conscious design

10 Essentials With Musician, Writer, Outdoorist Hayden Coplen
Musician, Writer, Outdoorist Hayden Coplen Shares His 10 Favorite Pieces of Gear

The Sir Sly drummer shares what items have helped him navigate the pandemic, from bikes and backpacks to bass guitars and coffee

How (and How Not) to Build Your Very Own A-Frame Cabin
How (and How Not) to Build an A-Frame House

The good, the bad, and the ugly of building a 250-square-foot A-Frame in Upstate New York, with cost breakdown, timeline & lessons learned

Snow Peak x Toned Trout Release Limited Run Fly Fishing Collection
Snow Peak & Toned Trout Release Very Vibey Fly Fishing Capsule Collection

Japan's preeminent outdoor outfitter releases its third collaboration with the niche fishing apparel brand, making fly fishing cooler than ever

New Art Book "Heroes" Celebrates Influential Women in Snowboarding
New Film Photo Book Celebrates the Most Influential Women in Snowboarding

The artful hardcover by French film photographer Jérôme Tanon features personal stories and insightful imagery of snowboard's most progressive women

This Solar Powered Dirt Bike Is Designed to Fight Poaching in Africa
This Solar Powered Dirt Bike Is Designed to Fight Poaching in Africa

Swedish electric motorbike maker CAKE has partnered with Southern African Wildlife College and Goal Zero to help anti-poaching units protect Africa’s endangered wildlife

How Allmansright Makes Ultralight Hiking Equipment in New York City
Outdoor Gear Lab Allmansright Makes Ultralight Hiking Equipment in NYC

Meet the Dominican-born, Bronx-based designer and his Swedish partner diversifying and uniting the outdoors through the joys of UL hiking

Dangle Supply Introduces 420ml Titanium Camp Mug
Titanium Bong Maker Dangle Supply Introduces Very Chill 420ml Camp Mug

The internationally recognized leader in titanium water pipes and other high design smokeables steps into the general outdoor space in style