Activewear

Testing Dynafit’s 2016 Head-To-Toe Backcountry Ski Kit

Already a well known brand in Europe, backcountry ski pioneer Dynafit is pushing hard for the US market. We tested their skis, boots, bindings, and…

Written by Aaron H. Bible February 16, 2016

High-Output: 2016 Arc’teryx Atom SL Jacket Review

From peak-bagging to cool weather hiking, the Atom SL from Arc’teryx is a step forward in insulted wind shell technology.

Written by Eric Lemke December 30, 2015

Warm-Weather Wool: Icebreaker Merino Shirts

We put Icebreaker’s hot-weather wool, the Cool-Lite line, to a sweaty test this summer. Review of Icebreaker Cool-Lite clothing.

Written by Patrick Murphy October 05, 2015

Fabrics & Fly Fishing: A Day With Mountain Khakis

When I took a meeting with Mountain Khakis co-founder Noah Robertson in Jackson Hole, he locked his cell phone in the truck, grabbed a fly…

Written by Jake Ferguson September 28, 2015

Year Of The Package: Men’s Underwear Redefined

Men’s underwear got an upgrade in 2015, so we tested and reviewed four pairs of “the most comfortable underwear out there.”

Written by Jake Ferguson July 30, 2015

Summer Hiking Gear From Huckberry & GearJunkie

Huckberry and GearJunkie have partnered to bring you a selection of handpicked gear for day hikes and summer adventures.

Written by Jake Ferguson July 27, 2015

Jacket Smackdown: Down Vs. Synthetic

Two top models — one down, one synthetic — go head to head on Mount Rainier.

Written by Steve Graepel May 04, 2015

Huckberry/GearJunkie: Spring Shop

GearJunkie has partnered with Huckberry to bring you a curated selection of the best outdoor gear for your next rainy day adventure.

Written by Jake Ferguson April 23, 2015

Dress Right: 13 Essential Pieces For Backpacking

Andrew Skurka explains his system to use just 13 items of clothing for outdoor comfort in any 3-season condition.

Written by Andrew Skurka March 26, 2015

Premium Wool: ‘Kodiak Expedition’ Merino Hoody

The hoody is a go-to for all temps and activities.

Written by Eric Lemke March 11, 2015

Lotion Up! Neck Warmer ‘Moisturizes’ Skin

The Roxy Enjoy And Care line of clothing and accessories are intended to moisturize skin while keeping you warm. But does it work? Our writer…

Written by Mallory Paige February 09, 2015

Membrane ‘Embedded’ In Merino Wool

Voormi has created a new way to manufacture wool that puts waterproof membranes right in its American-made fabric.

Written by Sean McCoy January 30, 2015

Review: Patagonia Nano-Air Jacket

Super breathable, warm and quick drying, the Patagonia Nano-Air is one of the best all-around insulating jackets we have reviewed.

Written by Steve Graepel October 27, 2014

$1,000 Shorts Coach Your Workout

For $650, these shorts better be smart! And they are, reading heart rate, “muscle load” and more. Myontec Mbody are some high tech, high priced…

Written by Steve Graepel October 20, 2014

Never-Die T-Shirt (Tested For 5 Years)

This Ibex shirt has been beaten through hundreds of days of adventure races, runs, bike rides and ski trips — and it just won’t wear…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 10, 2014

Running Shorts, Capris Made In USA

The Washington startup Yesler makes athletic apparel in the United States.

Written by Sean McCoy September 30, 2014

50 Outdoor Adventures, 1 Pair Of Do-All Pants

When you need one single pair of pants that can do just about anything in the outdoors, the Eddie Bauer First Ascent Guide Light Pant…

Written by Sean McCoy September 11, 2014

Stink Test: ‘Polygiene’ T-Shirt Test

Polygiene is an effective tool in the quest for stink-proof clothing.

Written by Steve Graepel May 22, 2014

Columbia Sportswear Puts On Yoga Pants, Buys PrAna for $190 Million

A giant of outdoor apparel has purchased yoga and climbing clothing maker PrAna.

Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2014

Are You Man Enough? Patagonia Launches ‘Technical Knickers’ (we test them out)

When faced with cool weather or brushy hikes, knickers are a good in-between option.

Written by Sean McCoy April 23, 2014

Active Lifestyle Luxury Goods, All Made In USA (major trend in 2014?)

Made in America: We talk with the owner of American heritage brands Shinola and Filson.

Written by Tom Puzak April 22, 2014

‘How To Dress For Extreme Cold’

Our editor gives some basic tips on surviving out-of-this-world cold.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 21, 2014

Urban Cycling Brand Launches Line For Mountain Bikers

Mission Workshop is a San Francisco brand rooted in urban cycling. This month it launched a new line called ACRE with hydration packs and apparel…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling October 30, 2013

Reveiw: Packable Patagonia ‘Houdini’ Jacket Gets Rain Test

Our review of Patagonia’s Houdini Jacket found it light, packable, water-resistant, and highly breathable and appropriate for rainy, cool weather or as an emergency shell.

Written by Sean McCoy September 11, 2013

Cold Weather Kit: Head-to-toe winter biking gear breakdown

Snow, ice, wind, slush, dark commutes and distracted drivers. . . winter biking in a city can be tough. Our assistant editor reviews products she…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling March 04, 2013

Gore jumps into ‘Compression’ game with Running Shirt

You know Gore from its waterproof-breathable shell jacket fabrics. But the materials behemoth has its own house brands for running and biking, and for this…

Written by Patrick Murphy February 13, 2013

Winter Bike Commuting: Head-to-Toe Gear Breakdown

Who says you can’t bike commute all year ’round? We sought out specialty cold-weather cycling gear to keep us pedaling in the most frigid conditions.…

Written by Patrick Murphy January 16, 2013

Never-Die ‘Capilene’ Top Endures Near 2 Decades of Wear

After almost 17 years of wear, contributor Sean McCoy figured it was time for a small paean to his long-enduring Patagonia Capilene crew top. The…

Written by Sean McCoy July 30, 2012

Stink Test: Never-Washed T-shirt worn for Months

With a special anti-microbial fabric, our writer braved nearly six months of no-washes-allowed use in the Rab MeCo shirt. Here are his results from the…

Written by Sean McCoy July 11, 2012

Magic Material? Clothing Said to ‘Cool Wearer With Sweat’

With requisite bombast, at a press conference this weekend Columbia Sportswear debuted a fabric technology purported to offer “a whole new category of clothing” that…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 09, 2012

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