A lot happened in 2014, from the legalization of marijuana in Colorado to the beginning of normal diplomatic relations with Cuba. Of course, all of the really big happenings and news had absolutely nothing to do with us. But in our little nook of the universe, we did manage to have an awful lot of fun. We drove the McLaren 650S, grilled up a pin-bone sirloin and put on some fancy new cologne — and that was all in, like, one afternoon. (We also explored everywhere from Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail to the Highlands of Scotland.) So to remind ourselves of the year that was, and to share all that our crew has seen and learned, we’re doing a retrospective on the year’s best stories, from buying guides and product tests to photo essays and original videos. These 14 stories (plus honorable mentions) represent some of the best writing of 2014.
The Long Way to Havasu Falls
By Will McGough: “Adventure travelers have an advantage that others don’t”, Will McGough proposes. “Anyone can get on a plane and land in a remote location, but no matter how much someone talks about that place deep in the wilderness, few have what it takes to make the journey.” Read More »
Willett’s Long Path Back to Bourbon
By Ben Bowers: On a trip to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, the GP crew learns that “Willett Master Distiller Drew Kulsveen doesn’t have time for bullshit.” Read More »
