Lightweight, breathable hoodies are my go-to for all-around adventures. While Black Diamond has made the Alpenglo Hoody as a climbing piece, I’ve loved taking it on…
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It would seem that just about any manufacturer could deliver a well-performing long-sleeve shirt for a variety of conditions. But in practice, there are enough variances…
I gravitate to hoodies. And, jackets should all have hoods, in my opinion. The North Face has several options when it comes to a little more…
Funny things happen as you age. Not only do you get more wrinkles to showcase the experiences you’ve overcome, but both style and gear choices follow…
Headquartered at the base of Utah’s Wasatch Mountains, Black Diamond has a bead on the type of apparel used by adventurers here in Utah and beyond.…
The world loves merino, and Ibex lives and breathes it. They’ve been putting out high-quality merino layers since 1997 (with some hiccups around 2018 when the…
Growing up, I kept an ancient Coleman cooler in the car for the tail end of long trips. I knew I’d get back, greeted by melted…
Artilect is a pretty young brand. They only launched their first lineup in 2021, but you wouldn’t know it looking at the quality materials and design…
With a long history of well-designed running vests, packs, belts, and handhelds, Nathan has recently tried their hand at a running sling. The concept is a…
Black Diamond pitons were the foundation of American aid climbing, and from invention to today, no company makes a better all-around cam. Yet, it’s easy to…
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…
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…
There was a time when I thought that lined pants were only for use by ranchers in desolate, frozen places like the Dakotas. It turns out…
The original Stretch Ozonic jacket is a long-time fan favorite in Mountain Hardwear’s selection of shells and rain gear. It’s generally renowned for its light weight,…
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…
Fleece jackets always conjure up images of the 90s for me. Patagonia’s classic Synchilla was in full swing with no sense of retro irony, and everyone…
The synthetic insulating hoodie world is a pretty competitive space. There are some really strong jackets out there from basically every big name company. Outdoor Research…
Every year, we have a few companies that approach us to ask if we’d like to highlight their products around the holiday season. Usually they’re some…
Miir has expertly positioned itself at the intersection of beauty and philanthropy. Their functional designs are aesthetic and durable, and as a certified B-Corp company, Miir has…
Outdoor gear companies have found a unique corner in contemporary street style. More and more outfitters are taking the stylistic attributes of technical gear and applying…