Apparel

Lifestyle Outdoor: 5 Brands Doing Blue Jeans Differently

This list of new blue jeans highlights unique jeans brands. Some have a sustainable story, others are made for outdoor adventure. They all have something…

Written by Nate Mitka September 18, 2018

Buy It for Life: Iconic Gear That Hasn’t Changed

Sometimes a piece of gear comes along that’s so good, messing with it will only make it worse.

Written by Aaron Bible September 18, 2018

Athleta Spent 2 Years Perfecting My New Favorite Underwear

Athleta said its new performance underwear line took two years to develop. I reviewed all three styles to see if the extra research and development…

Written by Julie Kailus September 06, 2018

American Giant Launches Blue Jeans Made in the USA

Denim jeans are arguably the most American garment. And now, once again, a brand is manufacturing them in the USA.

Written by Sean McCoy September 06, 2018

Lifestyle Outdoor: 6 Eco-Friendly Hemp Shirts

This week, Lifestyle Outdoor looks at a natural, eco-friendly material: hemp. With its softness, durability, and ability to grow like crazy, hemp is on the…

Written by Nate Mitka September 04, 2018

First Look: Sitka Early Season Whitetail System

Our contributor, a Kansas whitetail enthusiast, takes a first look at the Sitka Early Season Whitetail system.

Written by Joel Mason August 30, 2018

Vollebak Launches World’s First Graphene Jacket

It’s waterproof, transfers warmth to cold spots, and naturally charges up heat stores — not to mention it’s the strongest material on Earth. So Vollebak…

Written by Rick Stella August 21, 2018

My Favorite Women’s Activewear That’s Great for Hunting

Finding more neutral-colored athletic apparel that works for hunting trips isn’t impossible. Check out our picks for nonhunting women’s activewear that’s also great during the…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 21, 2018

Kelly Slater and Outerknown Ride the Wave of Eco-Fashion

The environment, specifically the ocean, has given a lot to pro surfer Kelly Slater. So he co-created Outerknown to give back to nature.

Written by Mike Misselwitz August 15, 2018

‘Parks Project’ Gear Boosts National Parks With Huge REI Rollout

Get Parks Project’s summer 2018 collection at one of REI’s brick-and-mortar locations and help support national parks in the process.

Written by Rick Stella August 15, 2018

Reebok’s Sports Bra ‘Senses’ Motion, Reacts With More Support

Reebok, a brand known for shoes, spent two years refining the new PureMove Bra. It’s available to the public in three days for $60. But…

Written by Julie Kailus August 14, 2018

Customizable Bra Aims to Make Athletes Feel Like Wonder Woman

Shefit is trying to overhaul how women fit and function in a sports bra for the next generation. The brand has patented a technology that…

Written by Julie Kailus August 08, 2018

Patagonia Running Vest Blurs Line Between Shirt & Pack: Review

The Slope Runner Vest 4L feels like another piece of clothing. But it fits jackets, water bottles, filters, and food no problem. We went on…

Written by Nate Mitka July 27, 2018

From Hats to Shirts: Headsweats Launches Performance Tees

Headsweats has long dominated in the made-for-sports hat category. After a recent acquisition, the brand moves aggressively into tech shirts.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 19, 2018

(Re)Green Is the New Black: GoLite’s 100% Recycled Jacket

Plastic bottles made into chic windbreakers? Be green and look stylish in the upcoming GoLite ReGreen Jacket.

Written by Molly Hurford July 18, 2018

Hydration Pants: Ultimate Direction Reveals ‘HydroLight’ Series

The Ultimate Direction HydroLight series integrates water bottle holders and pockets into shirts and shorts for runners who want to say goodbye to running vests…

Written by Nate Mitka July 17, 2018

Canada Goose Expands Waterproof 3-Season Line

A new breathable membrane and stealthy design make the latest from Canada Goose stand out. GearJunkie got a first look at the company’s 2018 line.

Written by Sam Salwei & Luz Raquel Hernández-Cruz July 17, 2018

Wild Kits: The History of Cycling Apparel

From dun-colored wool to eye-searing Lycra, cycling apparel has seen a significant evolution. But how did we get here?

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 13, 2018

Hiking Insulation: 8 Great Layers for Summer

While layering in the winter is a no-brainer, desert evenings and high-elevation pursuits in summer still require solid insulation. We picked eight warm-weather layers that…

Written by Peter Reese July 12, 2018

Why Core Bike Brand 7Mesh Teamed With lululemon

One year ago, lululemon bought a minority stake in a tiny premium cycling apparel maker, 7mesh. And now this pairing is coming to stores across North America.

Written by Julie Kailus July 09, 2018

Meet the Monster Truck Designer Making Some of Our Favorite Art

Launched this month, Trail Threads offers some wild and funky designs rooted in the outdoors lifestyle.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 27, 2018

Sitka Sights Past Hunting: Nimbus Jacket Review

Sitka branched outside of its hunting market with the Train, Travel, and Work line. We reviewed the Nimbus Jacket, a lightweight and windproof option for…

Written by Jessica DeLorenzo June 22, 2018

Polartec ‘Cracked the Code’ on 100% Recycled Insulation

Polartec says it has finally achieved a fully recycled Power Fill insulation product.

Written by Julie Kailus June 13, 2018

Dovetail Launches ‘Exclusively Women’s Workwear’ Brand

Tradeswomen rejoice: For the first time, there’s a line of durable and stylish workwear made specifically for women.

Written by Mallory Paige June 12, 2018

Used Gear Trend? The North Face Launches Refurbished Collection

The North Face wants to reduce the amount of textile that winds up in landfills with its Renewed Collection.

Written by Nate Mitka June 08, 2018

5 Days Trekking. 100-Degree Heat. 1 Outfit.

How does Columbia’s hot-weather clothing stack up against summer in the Utah desert? Two adventurers hit a scorching trail to find out.

Written by Sponsored Post June 04, 2018

Trekking the White Rim Trail in July: The Best Bad Idea

Want to see what goes wrong when two very funny friends hike across Canyonlands National Park in the middle of July? Thought so.

Written by Sponsored Post June 01, 2018

Treasure Hunt: Brand Hides ‘Gear for Life’ Discount Card

Vollebak makes some of the world’s most extreme outdoor gear. And you can win all of it if you’re willing to tackle an ‘extreme’ journey…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 22, 2018

Family, Pride, Fairness: The Surprising Story of Nepal’s ‘Toque’ Hats

I traveled to the ancient streets of a UNESCO World Heritage site to see where Sherpa Adventure Gear makes its hats and meet the people…

Written by Christophe Noel May 22, 2018

Save Big: 70% off Cycling, Running & Training Gear from REI

Don’t let the 70 percent off tag discourage you. We sifted through REI’s most heavily discounted products and found the best picks – all of…

Written by Sponsored Post May 19, 2018

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