Tested in 2018: Ariel’s Favorite Things!
Ariel, host of our Offworld series, shares her favorite things of the year, including the tech and gear she found indispensable on her recent trip to Antarctica. From microscopy gear to repair tools, here’s what made her list!
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Ariel – this is one of the best ‘Favorite Things’ ever. Glad you’re part of the team!
Sean
I have absolutely no earthly need of a microscope, but the 7 year old in me wants to go buy one of those immediately just to look at salt crystals and bugs.
That magnetic kit from iFixit has been on my wishlist for a few years now. I have to restrain myself from making the one at work disappear accidentally.
emphatically seconded!
Thanks Ariel, love your contributions to tested and thankful for you sharing some of your favorite things 🙂