Upstart gear brand, Outdoor Vitals is coming into the mix with a full head of steam. While their product line remains limited, it’s focused on a…
Author: Jason Mitchell
Jason Mitchell
A native of the Pacific Northwest, Jason quickly developed a love for the outdoors and a thing for mountains. That infatuation continues as he founded this site in 1999 -- sharing his love of road biking, mountain biking, trail running and skiing. That passion is channeled into every article or gear review he writes. Utah's Wasatch Mountains are his playground.
Winter riding requires a good set of bib tights. And, while you’re at it, why not add a few extra pockets to stash gels and such?…
When it comes to recovery and muscle tightness, rollers and massage guns are my go-to. The Sportneer K1 Massage Gun joins a plethora of massage guns…
Rapha is no stranger to pro-level apparel and Gore-Tex is leading the way with their latest Infinium Windstopper fabrics, so a marriage of the two is…
Lightweight, packable, insulated jackets are a staple for a mountain lifestyle. But, don’t expect every one of them to perform across a variety of activities. The…
With the ENVE Melee not even a year old, the carbon aficionados in Ogden, Utah are now making their drop bar lineup complete with their new…
Winter trail running can be a tricky endeavor. One of the biggest obstacles can be keeping your feet warm and dry in varying winter conditions. The…
For winter trail running, your layering game has to be just right. It’s easy to overdress, but finding that perfect mix is the stuff of dreams.…
Leveling-up a baseball cap is something I can certainly expect from Patagonia and that’s just what they’ve done with the Airshed Cap. It’s a lightweight, versatile…
Finland has a thing for making advanced training watches and devices. Polar Electro and competitor, Suunto both hail from this Nordic land. For as long as…
The Ibis Exie was introduced in 2021 — right in the middle of the pandemic-induced bike boom. USA-built carbon framesets remain rare and pricey. At $4499…
There is a transition going on in Waterloo, Wisconsin and we’re taking notice. Slowly, the Bontrager apparel is wearing the Trek badge and moving to solid,…
When it comes to ultimate weather protection, Gore-Tex, eVent and NeoShell are the biggest names in the game. Pearl Izumi has gone with Polartec NeoShell with…
Not much surpasses the warmth and coziness of a down jacket. Pulling on the new Montane Anti-Freeze Packable Hooded Down Jacket immediately sends me into my…
Direct-to-consumer brand, Fezzari Bicycles, has launched their first aero road bike with an eye toward official races, pro teams and the fastest guys or gals in…
A Merino-blend, long-sleeve shirt is one of the more versatile pieces anyone should have. Whether it’s used alone or as a base layer, the Patagonia Long-sleeve…
It’s time to look in the garage, the closet and our cars to determine just what gear has become indispensable during 2022. While overall quality remains…
It’s that time of year when Zwift is more realistic, but outside is calling. So, in spite of near-freezing daytime temperatures and snow on the ground,…
When the weather is iffy, or just plain cold, a windproof jacket is always a good idea. But, when that windproof jacket also features Gore-Tex panels…
Over the years, I’ve worn a wide variety of Salomon trail runners. In fact, almost 25 years ago, they were the first pair of trail running-specific…