Apparel

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 GJ Staff October 31, 2022

First Lite Western Big-Game Pants: Find the Right Fit for Your Hunting Season

First Lite hunting pants come in several camo styles and different cuts to fit the conditions of your season.

REV’IT! Dirt Series Review: The Complete All-Weather Off-Road Moto Riding Gear System

For all weather conditions, the REV’IT Dirt Series Off-Road Collection might just be the holy grail of motorcycle riding gear.

Written by Andy Cochrane October 24, 2022

Enter the ‘Whitespace’: Shaun White, Backcountry Launch Snowboard Gear Brand

Whitespace is Shaun White’s latest venture, a namesake brand he’s launching with plans to make snow apparel so fly it can be worn out on…

Written by Will Brendza October 17, 2022

Duck Camp’s Contact System Review: A Hunting Setup Built for Versatility

Duck Camp’s Contact System is a versatile camo system designed for a range of hunting pursuits in varying environments.

Written by Douglas Spale October 14, 2022

Free Gear Fridays: First Lite Hunting Kit of Your Choice!

This week, three lucky winners will a prize package from First Lite. Each winner will have the choice between three First Lite hunting kits.

ENVE Launches Ride-Lifestyle Apparel Collection

Surprisingly, ENVE’s new threads aren’t for riding. The brand now offers hoodies, jackets, shorts, jackets, T-shirts — even a poncho.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 14, 2022

Ibex Springbok Running Collection Review: Run Comfortably in Ultralight Wool-TENCEL Blend

Ibex’s calling card is its focus on making merino wool clothing. But for its most recent apparel, the Ibex Springbok, it turned to a 50/50…

Written by Mary Murphy October 13, 2022

Something to Feel Good About: Your BUFF Neck Gaiter Actually Came From a Village

The BUFF is the Kleenex of neck gaiters. It’s easy to assume it’s made by the millions in an automated factory in Asia.

Written by Seiji Ishii October 11, 2022

Finders Keepers: Brand Will Drop $10,000+ in Apparel ‘Somewhere on Earth’

Unorthodox outdoor brand Vollebak is giving away a bunch of gear to help you live through the end of the world.

Written by Andrew Marshall October 07, 2022

Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Light Shacket Review: The Shacket Trend Is Worth Trying

Just in time for those cool fall days, Mountain Hardwear’s Light Shacket is one versatile layer that offers lots of warmth, too.

Written by David Young October 07, 2022

Airblaster Women’s Sassy Beast Jacket Review: Plenty of Protection for the Stormiest Days

The women’s Airblaster Sassy Beast Jacket is thoughtfully designed with playful aesthetics and pairs perfectly with the Airblaster Sassy Hot Bib for snowboarding at the…

Written by Morgan Tilton October 06, 2022

ARTILECT A/SYS 1 Wool Base Layer Review: Optimized Layering for Chilly Adventures

ARTILECT sprung up as a new brand in January 2022 and already is bringing some awesome apparel to market — like base layers made with…

Written by Mary Murphy October 05, 2022

Airblaster Women’s Sassy Hot Bib Review: Warm and Comfortable, Lap After Lap

The Airblaster Sassy Hot Bib is a functional, comfortable, and fun snowboarding bib for resort laps and lady shredders.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 05, 2022

First Look: Jones Snowboards Women’s Shralpinist Stretch 3L Jacket Review

The iconic snowboard and backcountry brand debuted its first-ever lineup of apparel for female snowboarders and splitboarders. Here’s a premiere look at the collection’s inaugural…

Written by Morgan Tilton October 03, 2022