When it comes to making high-quality outdoor gear for use on our adventures, Arc’teryx Jacket with Gore-Tex Pro has always been at the top of the list in terms of fit, function, and durability. The company has made a reputation for creating some of the best performance products on the market, maintaining a laser-like focus … Read more
Saxx New Frontier 2n1 Shorts review One of the best parts about the return of spring—and eventual return of summer—is the warmer temperatures. That means we can put away the long pants and break out the shorts for use on our outdoor adventures. Of course, just like any other piece of outdoor gear that we … Read more
Recently I reviewed the Silencr pant from Kühl, coming away very impressed with their all-around comfort and styling. One of the things that impressed me the most about that product was its durability, even for a relatively lightweight garment. As good as the Silencr is in that category, however, it will be tough to find … Read more
Kühl Burr Jacket : A couple of weeks back, I posted a Kühl Silencr pant review, giving it high marks for comfort, style, and durability. In that review, I also mentioned that Kühl had hooked me up with its Burr Jacket as well, but up until then, I really hadn’t had much of a chance … Read more
Kühl Silencer Pant : For years I’ve been hearing about a company called Kühl from some good friends who swear by the outdoor apparel it makes. Based on their first-hand accounts of the products, I gathered that the Kühl’s clothing was comfortable, durable, and attractive, but I hadn’t had the chance to try any of … Read more
Way back in the late fall I received a new jacket to test from Dakine, a company I am more likely to associate with backpacks rather than apparel. When I took the jacket out of the box however, I was quickly impressed with its classic good looks and impressive build quality. The new Reverb GTX … Read more
Over the past decade or so the outdoor industry has been in an arms race of sorts when it comes to making the most breathable, most water-resistant, and most durable fabrics. As a result, the gear we use has gotten much better, but it has also become more complicated and expensive too (Arc’teryx Stryka Hoody). … Read more
Mammut Broad Peak Light Jacket If you’re an outdoor enthusiast who spends any time in colder conditions, chances are you view a down jacket the same way you do a comfortable pair of jeans. It is a downright essential part of your wardrobe and you can’t imagine how you’d ever get along in life without … Read more
A lightweight rain jacket that performs extremely well breathes nicely, and doesn’t take up much room in your pack is one of the Holy Grails of outdoor gear. Sure, it’s easy to find a rain shell that repels moisture, but most don’t offer a high level of breathability, which causes the wearer to overheat quickly … Read more
CARGO PANT : When it comes to selecting the proper gear for travel, overall comfort is probably at the top of the list of the things that we look for. Next up for me however is versatility, as any piece of clothing that I bring on a trip has to be able to pull double-duty … Read more