Sasha Brown

Sasha Brown

Title: Writer & Gear Tester

Location: Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Expertise & Background

  • Topics of Expertise: Trail running, backpacking, bikepacking, hiking, mountain biking
  • Years of Writing: 12+
  • Years of Gear Testing: 12+


Why I Chose This Career

I've spent my life playing in the mountains, and my husband Brian and I have chose to spend our lives exploring as much as possible. Our adventures require gear, and we are often in harsh—though beautiful—locations, so gear testing felt like a natural fit.


How I Began My Career

In 2012, I was selected as a Trail Ambassador for The North Face in Canada. In that role, I tested TNF trail running gear and wrote about it for Canadian Trail Running. My relationship with Switchback Travel started a few years later, after I discovered their great beta on trails on Norway’s Lofoten Islands. My husband and I started testing gear for Switchback shortly after that, and the rest is history.

Recent Articles

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Arc’teryx Gamma MX Hoody Review

Last Updated: September 20, 2024

Slotting in as the warmest and most weather-ready softshell in Arc’teryx’s Gamma family, the Gamma Heavyweight Hoody (formerly the Gamma MX) is built for serious backcountry pursuits like skiing and ice climbing. Throughout a season of testing in the...

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Hyperlite Mountain Gear 20-Degree Quilt Review

Last Updated: March 10, 2025

For backpackers who tend to sleep hot or value keeping their pack weight to a minimum, a quilt is an excellent alternative to a fully enclosed sleeping bag. Hyperlite Mountain Gear specializes in the ultralight space, and their 20-Degree Quilt...

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Topo Athletic Trailventure 2 WP Hiking Boot Review

Last Updated: October 24, 2022

Trail running-inspired hiking boots have exploded in popularity of late, combining the all-day comfort and flexibility of running shoes with the ankle support and protection of traditional hiking designs. Topo...

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Scarpa Zodiac Plus GTX Hiking Boot Review

Last Updated: March 14, 2021

Scarpa’s Zodiac Plus GTX is a fully supportive yet exceptionally lightweight boot ideal for handling high-mileage days with a heavy load. This midweight hiker is designed to shine in environments when a mountaineering boot is overkill but a low-top...