"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This is as race-ready as it gets. The XX SL Transmission shifts flawlessly under power, and the Flight Attendant suspension automatically adapts to the terrain so I can stay focused on the effort. The Reynolds...
"The Free Element Hooded Jacket packs ThermoCloud synthetic insulation into a shell that stays lean instead of puffy. The all-over sheet insulation holds consistent warmth without the loft of a bulkier synthetic piece, so it slides under a hardshell without...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been impressed by how this coat balances warmth with movement. The long cut feels cozy on cold mornings, but the side vents keep it from feeling restrictive. The pockets are genuinely useful too—plenty...
Designed with adventurous trail riding in mind, the Five Ten Trailcross Mid Pro Mountain Bike Shoes blend a lightweight yet durable hiking-friendly build with a grippy Stealth rubber outsole that provides positive traction on flat pedals. The result is...
When we are itching to shred the bike park but the lifts have yet to open up from the winter, we whip out the Ibis HD6 and get after it. The HD6 is Ibis's longest travel bike and is a bred race machine designed for tackling the steepest descents while...
"The Santa Cruz Blur Deore picks up 10 additional millimeters of travel this generation, and the extra travel arrives with a more progressive leverage curve that ramps up support through the last third of the stroke. Santa Cruz opened up the geometry,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Nomad has always had a cult following, and this generation earns it. The redesigned VPP suspension climbs better than you'd expect from a 170mm bike and absolutely devours the rough stuff on the way down....
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“I love these for long hiking days because they’re basically two pieces in one. The zip-off legs are smooth and easy to use, the stretch fabric never feels restrictive, and the adjustable belt helps fine-tune...
"The Blur 90 rides on the most aggressive geometry the Blur platform has carried yet: a slacker head angle, steeper seat angle, and longer reach let it hold a line through rougher terrain than the outgoing Blur could manage. Rear travel grows to 120mm...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve found these ideal for mid-distance trail runs where terrain constantly changes. The CORE Plus foam feels responsive without being overly soft, and the 8mm drop keeps transitions smooth on climbs and descents....
"Santa Cruz moved the Bronson's VPP suspension link lower and further forward, a change built to optimize anti-squat through the pedal stroke. The result is 150mm of travel that stays quiet over square-edge hits and delivers more traction than the previous...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This jacket is a minimalist’s dream. It's insanely light, packs small, and punches way above its weight when it comes to weather protection. I love the asymmetrical cuffs and how the hood cinches without messing...
"Santa Cruz retuned the Nomad's VPP suspension, reducing anti-rise to cut brake dive and reducing anti-squat to put more traction to the ground under power. The result is a bike that stays composed when the brakes are on and soaks up square-edge hits...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“I wear these when I want a pant that moves naturally but still feels durable. The integrated belt is super handy, the elastic waistband never digs under a pack, and the fabric dries fast when conditions shift....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Columbia Echo Mountain Hip Pack has become my default grab for shorter trail days and errand runs because it carries more than it looks like it should and stays completely out of the way while doing it. The...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore this on an early morning climb approach in the Wasatch when the temperature dropped fast, and the trim profile let me layer it right under my harness without feeling bulky. The stretch fabric moved with...
As soon as the snow melts, we can't wait to grab our pack and start hiking again. This year, we trust the Columbia Newton Ridge Plus Waterproof Amped Hiking Boot to help us check off our list of hikes near and far. Built with sturdy leather uppers,...
"The Apres Pro Fleece Hoodie turns midweight fleece into a legitimate cold-weather layer, not just a coffee-shop throw-on. Brushed-back recycled polyester traps more warmth than a typical midlayer, while a boxy, relaxed fit and full-coverage hood keep...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I keep the Mountain Classic Anorak stashed in my daypack year-round. It's so lightweight and easy to pull over a hoodie or tee, and I love how it blocks wind without feeling clammy. The fact that it stows into...
"The Warp Factor 3L Hooded Jacket skips insulation on purpose, built as a true 3-layer shell that moves heat and moisture out instead of trapping them in. Recycled nylon ripstop stands up to waterproof weather protection while staying breathable enough...
Plusher Long-Sleeve Shirt - Men's
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“I wear these when I want a pant that moves naturally but still feels durable. The integrated belt is super handy, the elastic waistband never digs under a pack, and the fabric dries fast when conditions shift....
"The Apres Pro Fleece Hoodie turns midweight fleece into a legitimate cold-weather layer, not just a coffee-shop throw-on. Brushed-back recycled polyester traps more warmth than a typical midlayer, while a boxy, relaxed fit and full-coverage hood keep...
Completely redesigned to be our partner in crime on our speediest of singletrack missions, the Five Ten Kestrel BOA Mountain Bike Shoe is lightweight, durable, and downright comfortable. Made from recycled materials, the abrasion-resistant and hyper-breathable...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I bring this on every mountain day, no matter the season. It’s warm for the weight, packs into nothing, and layers under a shell without feeling bulky. It’s one of those pieces you forget you packed—until...