Review: Helinox Field Office

After a long, dark Montana winter, the quickest cure for seasonal affective disorder (apart from a trip south of the border) is to move one's workspace outside, into the fresh air and sunshine. Backyard picnic tables are great, but some cases of cabin fever require a little more actual nature. Which is where the Outdoor Field Office from Helinox comes in. This clever briefcase/table combo holds a laptop, notebook, and everything else you need for a full day's work, along with a collapsible surface for a comfortable mini-desk. The frame is lightweight yet strong, and there's MOLLE webbing on the case, so you can add accoutrements to suit your particular needs. Combine this with a Helinox chair or stool, pack it down the trail a ways, and enjoy the spring air along a stream or in an alpine meadow, all while earning the day's wages. $180; helinox.com.