Layering for a cold ride always requires a bit of mental math. Based on the temperature, wind and cloud cover, it takes me a bit to…
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“Wow, this jacket is so comfortable,” says everyone who tries on the Marmot Alpha 60 Jacket. In fact, the cozy, furry exposed Polartec Alpha insulation truly…
I’m enamored with some of my favorite long-sleeve running shirts. It’s always nice to head out on a chilly day and know that it’s going to…
As one of the early-adopters of Polartec’s new Power Air fleece, the Adidas Terrex Power Air makes fleece easier to live with while retaining excellent breathability…
The Outdoor Research Ascendant Hoody has been impressive — and not just from one of us, but two independent reviewers agree that it’s a remarkable mix…
The remarkable comfort, versatility, and breathability of the Patagonia R1 makes it a household name in the world of alpinism, and I find it quite deserving…
You’re out on a climb, starting to get high up and you reach a good place to build an anchor and bring your partner up. The…
The CoEfficient Hoody from Black Diamond is a bit of a legend in the fleece world. It’s instantly recognizeable at crags all over the place, and…
If you haven’t heard of Westcomb before, it’s time to become acquainted. This Canadian brand creates top-notch (and I mean really top-notch) technical garments to keep…
If Active Insulation is space travel, then the Rab Alpha Direct is the first moon landing. There have been lots of good efforts in the field,…
There are few legendary names in North American outerwear. When two of them team up, great things are bound to happen. Enter the Stratum Zip, the…
The market for high performance baselayers is pretty crowded these days, with a bewildering assortment of pure fabrics and blends with various treatments or paint-on silver…
When the right combination of fabrics combine, the results are like magic. In this case, Sugoi has employed top-shelf Polartec Alpha insulation and mixed it up…
Outdoor Research is well known for their shells, which often compete for top honors as some of the best shells in the industry. Their insulation game…
Westcomb has been on a roll lately with several innovative designs and a dedication to manufacturing all their products in their Vancouver-based facility. The Tango Hoody…
Some of the most iconic “outdoorsy” jackets are fleece jackets, but the Patagonia Piton Hybrid is a great example of what can be done with modern…
A versatile cycling shell comes in handy year-round. And, one of the most important factors in an all-season shell is its breathability. The new Sugoi RSE…
This spring, we’ve been reviewing a handful of rain shells with a variety of materials and construction. After giving them each the individual beat-down, it’s time…
Rab may not be the biggest name around the United States, but this English company is making some really solid technical gear. Since their founding in…
An unreal feat in the outdoor industry, Westcomb has gone from concept to launch of an entirely-new and innovative shell in 90 days. The new Shift…