Apparel

Comfy, Tough, Affordable: Carhartt Rugged Flex Utility Pants Review

Don’t let the soft feel, flex, and slim fit of the Carhartt Rugged Flex Utility Double Front Pant fool you. They’re designed to put in…

Written by Nick LeFort April 09, 2024

Overalls Are My New Favorite Outerwear, Thanks to LIVSN

LIVSN Flex Canvas overalls aren’t just pants with shoulder straps (as I once thought). They’re a bomber outerwear system.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 05, 2024

Mullet Hoodie Is Tough Up Front, Stretchy in Back: Outdoor Research Deviator Review

New insulation materials and a smarter body-mapped layout give the Outdoor Research Deviator Hoodie stop-and-go softshell more business up front, more party in the back.

Written by M.T. Elliott April 04, 2024

Layer Up With Helly Hansen for Year-Round Performance Apparel & Gear

Helly Hansen is celebrating the transition to spring with a rundown of its latest performance apparel and gear.

Tank Top Running Vest: Ultimate Direction Xodus Fits Like No Other

The Xodus Vest reinvents the running vest by packing tons of accessible pockets and a no-bounce fit into a unique tank top shape that’s sure…

Written by Sam Schild April 02, 2024

Best Bang for Your Buck: DSG Bexley 3.0 Ripstop Tech Hunting Pants Review

Light, cheap, durable: pick two. Unless you’re talking about the DSG Bexley 3.0 Ripstop Tech Pants, the warm-weather unicorn that left me eating my words…

Written by Andrea Wilson March 27, 2024

Synthetic Puffy With Breathable Gills: Orage Morrisson Gilltek Hybrid Jacket Review

The Orage Morrisson Gilltek Hybrid Jacket is designed with mesh vents between the baffles that ventilate the puffy and regulate the wearer’s temperature during high-output…

Written by Will Brendza March 27, 2024

Filson Launches ‘Ultralight’ Jacket and It Costs Less Than a Nano Puff

With a build spec that competes with Patagonia’s flagship midlayer, Filson’s new Ultralight Jacket surprises on price.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 27, 2024

8 Years and Counting: 1620 Work Pants Are Tough as Nails

The Double Knee Utility Pant 2.0 is water-resistant, durable, and flexible, and it has a pocket right where you need it. What’s more, they’re made…

Written by Nick LeFort March 26, 2024

Safe for Sweat: Arc’teryx Cerium Down Jacket Is Ideal for High Output

With a refined fit from previous versions, and Arc’teryx “down composite mapping” the Cerium Hoody is one of the most comfortable and technically adept down…

Written by Nate Lemin March 15, 2024

Snow Peak Unveils Its First-Ever GORE-TEX Collection, Made With 100% Recycled Polyester

The offbeat brand from Japan takes a big step toward courting the mainstream casual camper with its first weatherproof GORE-TEX collection.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 15, 2024

OR’s Most Eco-Friendly Shell Has a Trick Up Its Sleeve: Outdoor Research Aspire II Jacket Review

The Outdoor Research Aspire II Jacket is not only taking major strides in sustainability, but it’s also pushing the envelope on innovation with its TorsoFlo…

Written by Rebecca Ross March 14, 2024

Serious Warmth Without the Weight: Sitka Kelvin Aerolite Jacket Review

Big warmth in a small package. The Sitka Kelvin Aerolite Jacket is a solid choice for backcountry hunters who aren’t looking to add weight to…

Written by Josh Kirchner March 06, 2024

The Bra That Goes With Me Everywhere: Lululemon Energy Bra Review

One of the most well-rounded sports bras I’ve ever tried, I’d take the Lululemon Energy Bra with me to the far reaches of the earth.

Written by Lily Ritter March 04, 2024

All-in-One Hiking Daypack, Baby Carrier, Diaper Bag: Hatcher Pack Adventure Bag Review

The Hatcher Pack Adventure Diaper Bag is the diaper bag and baby carrier duo adventurous parents of small children have been looking for.

Written by Lauren Loria-Corbat February 22, 2024

500 Miles, No Stink: Burgeon Highlander Hoodie Review

A microgrid synthetic fleece hoodie that’s breathable, durable, warm, and affordable from a small mountain brand focused on environmental impacts. Meet the Burgeon Highlander Hoodie.

Written by Guinevere Drabik February 21, 2024

You Won’t Find a Warmer Kids’ Snowsuit: Reima Stavanger Snowsuit Review

The Reima Stavanger snowsuit is the one my 6-year-old daughter needs for rugged durability and insane warmth on wintry adventures.

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort February 16, 2024

Save Up to 60% During the Backcountry Semi-Annual Sale

This sale is prime time to find popular goods from top brands like Black Diamond, Outdoor Research, and Backcountry.

REI Seasonal Sale: Save Up to 50% on Past-Season Clothing, Gear, and Footwear

Now is your chance to snag deals on discontinued gear and apparel styles from top brands.

Versatile Winter Jacket Takes a Beating and Keeps Performing: TREW Gear Cosmic PRIMO Jacket Review

TREW remade its classic Cosmic jacket with a new eco-friendly fabric called PRIMO that still offers unmatched weatherproofing, so you can feel good about feeling…

Written by Eric Phillips February 13, 2024

Lift Off! Why Columbia Going to the Moon Will Make History — And the Future

Columbia Sportswear is going to the moon as a key component of the Nova-C lunar lander. Why it’s a big deal for space, brands, and…

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 12, 2024

Valentine’s Day Sucks, but These Outdoorsy Gifts Show Love

Forget about roses — nothing says love like a well-stocked gear closet and a weekend spent outdoors.

Written by Mary Murphy February 09, 2024

Waterproof Down Warmth, Fleece-Lined Comfort: Kids’ L.L.Bean Down Jacket Review

L.L.Bean’s Down Jacket is our daughter’s daily driver for its cozy warmth and lightweight design that doesn’t weigh her down.

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort February 08, 2024

Filson Finally Announces Women’s Apparel … Coming Soon

When GearJunkie editors heard of a new “first” for Filson, our collective jaws dropped.

Written by Mary Murphy February 01, 2024

High-Output Activity Hardshell for Anything but Climbing: Arc’teryx Beta AR Jacket Review

From high-aerobic activities like cross-country skiing, all-day endeavors such as backcountry touring, and everyday outdoor excursions with kids, the Arc’teryx Beta AR is the perfect…

Written by David Gladish January 31, 2024

Serious Pants for Serious Bowhunters: Sitka Gear Intercept Pants Review

Spot-and-stalk bowhunters would do themselves a disservice by not checking out the Sitka Gear Intercept Pants for highly technical hunts.

Written by Josh Kirchner January 29, 2024

Sustainable Bibs That Will Fit Almost Anyone: TREW Gear TREWth PRIMO Bib Review

When the snow gets deep, the TREW Gear TREWth PRIMO Bibs excel. Matched with new 100% recycled fabric and extended sizing, there’s a whole lot…

Written by Eric Phillips January 26, 2024

Unique, Functional, and Downright Cozy: WeeDo OhDeer Deer Snowsuit Review

With extra padding and durability added to high-use areas like the knees, elbows, and butt, the WeeDo OhDeer Snowsuit is as comfortable and durable as…

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort January 26, 2024