The Shimano RX801 Wide takes all the best features from Shimano’s high-end road and mountain shoes and pulls them into a super light gravel racing shoe made to push the pace. The RX801 Wide features Shimano’s a super stiff carbon composite sole to...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “I like using this as a lightweight sun layer for hikes and long days outside. It’s breathable and dries quickly when I start sweating on climbs, and the hood adds extra coverage for my neck and ears when the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This is one of my favorite insulated layers for active days. It stretches enough to move naturally while climbing or hiking, stays warm without overheating, and layers cleanly under a shell when the weather turns....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve used this jacket on some bitterly cold alpine mornings, and the loft starts working immediately. The Diamond Fuse shell feels light but holds up against pack straps and rough transitions, and the hood...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Fox Racing Union BOA is the trail shoe I recommend when someone wants genuine performance without giving up walkability. The dual BOA Li2 system dials in fit across two zones independently so the shoe stays...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Physis is a top choice for riders who demand durability and performance. The dial system provides a precise fit, while the carbon sole delivers excellent power transfer. Plus, the impact protectors make it...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This is the Timberjack I recommend to riders who want simplicity done right. The geometry feels confident without being overwhelming, the Deore drivetrain is reliable, and the 29er wheels roll fast while still...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This sun hoodie is a game-changer for desert hiking and high-altitude adventures. The UPF 50 protection is serious business, and I love how the three-piece hood covers my neck completely. The thumbhole cuffs stay...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""These pants handled everything from icy groomers to deep storm days. I love the thigh vents—they dump heat fast without letting in snow—and the adjustable waist sits just right with no bulk. The kick patches...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The MHW 90s Type Tilt Graphic T-Shirt is the kind of tee that gets better the more you wear it. The cotton jersey is soft and substantial without feeling stiff, and the retro back graphic by Antonio Aiello is...
The Mountain Trainer 2 Mid GTX Backpacking Boot brings all of the features we loved from the first generation boot, in a 15% lighter package to solidify this boot in the ultralight backpacking category. The GORE-TEX waterproof lining gives us confidence...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I reach for this on cool hikes and early summit starts. The grid fleece traps heat without feeling heavy, and it breathes well when I’m working uphill. The half-zip makes it easy to vent, and the scuba hood...
With a nod to history but a distinctly modern set of features, we trust the Danner Mountain Pass Shearling Boot on hikes and travel days alike. From the waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX reinforced leather upper to the Vibram Ketterlift Thin that provides...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This jacket is my go-to for wet and unpredictable conditions. The Pertex® Shield fabric keeps me completely dry without feeling stuffy, and the mapped lining balances warmth and breathability. I love how it packs...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I built up the Ripley AF frame as my go-to trail rig. It’s snappy, climbs efficiently, and feels incredibly stable on flow trails and techy sections. The DW-Link is what really sets it apart—it keeps traction...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This bag lives on my handlebars now. It’s the perfect size for snacks, tools, or an extra layer, and I love that I can unclip it and use the shoulder strap when I stop for coffee. The tarp liner is super easy...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This jacket is my go-to for unpredictable weather. It’s super light, packs down into its own pocket, and provides just the right amount of wind resistance without overheating. Whether I’m on a high-alpine...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Chillaction Tank is my go-to for warm climbing days when I want something that moves with me and doesn't feel sticky in the heat. The peached interior is genuinely soft against the skin, and the racerback...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I bring the Stretchdown Light Vest on every trip—it’s the perfect layering piece. Super light and warm without restricting my movement, plus it packs down small into its own pocket. It’s my go-to for climbing...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Ripmo Deore is my go-to when I want to ride absolutely everything—tech climbs, flowy descents, steep drops. The DW-Link suspension keeps it composed on the ups, and the long-travel fork plus coil-compatible...
We leave the Stretch Ozonic Pant right at the top of our pack just in case we run into shoulder season sprinkles on our trek. The Dry. Q 2. 5L membrane offers highly-rated waterproofing, yet feels super lightweight and breathable when we’re on the move,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden this build hard on fast XC tracks and technical singletrack, and it feels incredibly efficient without being harsh. The X0 Eagle Transmission shifts flawlessly under load, and the Fox Factory suspension...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I throw on this fleece anytime the temps dip—it’s just the right weight for cool mornings, shoulder seasons, and layering under a shell when the wind picks up. It’s soft, classic, and feels like a nod to...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I wear these bibs when conditions are deep, cold, or unpredictable. They breathe well on the skintrack, vent fast when I need it, and stay completely dry on the descent. The mobility is excellent for a bib this...
The Specialized Recon 1. 0 Mountain Bike Shoe is a lightweight performance cycling shoe with a dirt-focused design and off-bike capability. The durable synthetic upper stands up to repeated abuse from rocks and bushes, and the triple hook-and-loop strap...