Apparel

Buy Jorts, Win a Westfalia: Ripton & Co. Launches Big Giveaway

Yes, you read that right. Buy any product from Ripton & Co. before December 12 and you could win a VW Westfalia Van.

Written by Will Brendza December 03, 2022

First Lite Tested Its Specter Camo for Whitetail Habitat in Every Season

First Lite spent 3 years tinkering with Specter, its whitetail-specific camouflage pattern. The pattern aims to break up hunters’ silhouettes from near and far.

Celebrate National Sock Day With Savings on Some of Our Favorites

National Sock Day is December 4. What better way to celebrate than scoring a discount on top-rated socks?

Written by Harley Schafer December 02, 2022

Arc’teryx Beta LT Jacket Hadron Review: A Bomber Rain Shell You’ll Never Have to Replace

The Beta LT Hadron Jacket by Arc’teryx is a shell that checks every box for a functional, lightweight rain jacket — and it could last…

Written by Will Brendza December 02, 2022

Taco Bell Artist Turns Her Special Sauce Into Climbing Apparel

Leslie Kim founded the climbing apparel brand Dynamite Starfish in 2015. Since then, she’s brought a community of climbers together with her art and given…

Written by Gabriela Daugherty November 30, 2022

The North Face Summit Series Could Change Your Winter Layering Strategy

The North Face Summit Series winter apparel emphasizes breathability and warmth during heart-pumping efforts. It could change how you layer.

Watch ‘Chillest Humans’: Behind the Lens in the Backcountry

Spending any amount of time in the backcountry in the snow, ice, and cold can provide a unique challenge to capture its beauty. For filmmakers…

Marmot West Rib Parka Review: 35 Days in Alaska

I put the Marmot West Rib Parka through a 35-day test in Alaska’s high ranges.

Written by Christian Black November 23, 2022

Columbia ‘Clone Wars’ Collection: See the Limited Edition Parkas, Hoodies & More

The countdown is on! Columbia Sportswear will add a limited-quantity collection that’s inspired by the Star Wars ‘Clone Wars’ theme.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 20, 2022

Avi Dog Calendar, Sailing Solar Panel, Urban Winter Running Jacket, and More Emerging Gear

Take a peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss November 17, 2022

‘Chillest Humans’: Meet America’s Toughest Race Director

The 20-year veteran of adventure racing has been known throughout his career to see through the storm. In the role of race director, he brought…

Rab Unveils ‘Nutrition Label’ for Sustainability: Material Facts

Rab’s ‘Material Facts’ targets consumers with a familiar format to communicate recycled material, fluorocarbon content, and production location.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 15, 2022

Winter Ultras: The ‘Chillest Humans’ Train and Race in the Coldest Weather

Winter ultrarunning combines the challenges of endurance racing with the season’s weather and extreme cold. To win, or even finish, takes perseverance and a little…

Ortovox Fleece Light Jacket Review: The Only Ultralight, Breathable Midlayer You’ll Ever Need

From backpacking to backcountry skiing, this merino light wool fleece offers up a hard-to-find mix of comfort, technical performance, sustainability, and style.

Written by David Young November 14, 2022

This Mom-and-Pop, Direct-to-Consumer Wetsuit Brand Won’t Break the Bank

For any surfer who lives a few clicks north or south of the equator, a wetsuit is the most important piece of gear after the…

Cotopaxi Hires Private Security to Reopen San Francisco Store

The Bay Area location closed on Oct. 18 due to ‘rampant organized theft’ and safety concerns. Now, it reopens under tighter surveillance.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 11, 2022

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Winter Layering Set From Ibex

This week, four lucky winners will each receive a set of winter layering essentials from Ibex, including hoodies, base layers, and neck gaiters.

After 30 Years Unchanged, The North Face Debuts Redesigns ‘Icons RMST’ Line

More than 32 years after launching its Expedition System of clothing, the brand’s most significant innovations finally get an upgrade.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 10, 2022

Sitka and Black Diamond Join Forces for New Snowboard Kit

Sitka Gear and Black Diamond have collaborated on a snowboard kit that crosses genres. The result is the Mission Outerwear Kit.

Written by Sean McCoy November 08, 2022

5 Great Places to Rent Ski Apparel for This Season

Already have the ski and snowboard rentals taken care of — but not the outerwear? Don’t worry, we got you covered.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 07, 2022

Need Inspiration for Adventurous Gifts? Explore REI’s Gift Center

Navigating the thousands of possible gifts for outdoor enthusiasts in your life can be overwhelming. The REI Co-op Gift Center aims to ease your burden.

Built to Keep You Moving: Mountain Hardwear Kor AirShell Warm Jacket Review

When leaves start to change and cooler weather takes hold, the art of layering becomes key in outdoor adventure. Uncovering ingredients in the perfect layering…

Written by Katie Botwin November 04, 2022

Hit the Slopes With Helly Hansen’s New Fall/Winter Collection

Helly Hansen keeps you comfortable and protected whether you’re on the bunny slope or off piste. Check out the best of its Fall/Winter line.

Style and Function: Our Top Gift Picks From lululemon

Lululemon is here to provide quality athleisure wear for the people in your life who are always on the go.

Gift the Best Travel Backpack, Vibrant Winter Apparel, and More From Cotopaxi

Cotopaxi gear is known for its bright colors and unique patterns. Those visual cues showcase the brand’s use of scrap fabrics that might otherwise end…

Backcountry Winter Gear Favorites: Prepare for the Slopes (and Après)

This Backcountry gear can help you hit the slopes with the upper hand against the elements this winter.

Need a Go-To Fall Fit? Show a Little Shin, Steve Irwin Style

Wearing boots with shorts is no longer just for backpackers, contractors, and two-steppers: this is a verifiable fall weather fit, and you should try it.

Written by Nathan Lemin October 31, 2022