"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""These pants are built for every leg of your adventure—stretchy enough for tough hikes, quick to zip off when it gets warm, and the secure waistband stays put with or without a pack. The fit is dialed for moving...
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,...
Hyperlite Mountian Gear's DCF8 Drawstring Stuff Sack stores backpacking essentials, stows camping food, and separates dirty clothes from clean. Although not submersible, the sack's Dyneema fabric keeps water and mud in, or out, and it's remarkably durable...
There's a certain side of a mountain with a perfect camp site that only you know about, so head out this weekend and bring along the Columbia Steens Mountain Full-Zip 2. 0 Fleece Jacket to keep you toasty by the fire. An outdoor staple for a reason, this...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“This hits that sweet spot of warmth, durability, and packability for true alpine use. The Diamond Fuse shell is tougher than it looks, the insulation lofts beautifully, and the synthetic cuffs are a thoughtful...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“I wear these nonstop because they’re insanely comfortable and ridiculously versatile. The stretch fabric moves with me on hikes or travel days, and being able to convert them instantly with the ankle zipper...
We trust the Columbia Newton Ridge Plus WP Amped Wide Hiking Boot to help us get after our hiking bucket list once winter gives way to spring. Built with sturdy leather uppers, the Newton comes accented with rubber and mesh for extra durability and ventilation,...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“I wear these nonstop because they’re insanely comfortable and ridiculously versatile. The stretch fabric moves with me on hikes or travel days, and being able to convert them instantly with the ankle zipper...
When an overnight storm presents blower powder conditions we first check the avalanche report, then we pull on our Helly Hansen Odin Mountain Infinity 3L Shell Bib Pant. These pants balances a lightweight design and excessive freedom of movement with...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I like this as a go-to layer for cool mornings and changing conditions. The merino blend regulates temperature really well—I stay warm at the trailhead but don’t overheat once I get moving. It dries quickly...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I picked this up for a young hiker in my family who never slows down regardless of the weather, and the Hydroplus shell has held up well through everything from drizzly school mornings to muddy trail days. The...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve worn the Stretchdown Light Snap Jacket on everything from morning hikes to post-climb hangs. It’s warm but never bulky, and the stretch fabric makes it so easy to move in. Its snap closure is super convenient...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This tee fits just right—easy-going and slightly slouchy, with a sturdy jersey fabric that feels great. The center-back graphic is a cool surprise, and the pocket keeps it casual. I reach for it year-round.""Whether...
The Columbia Toddler Steens Mountain II Fleece Jacket provides excellent warmth and mobility for chilly play dates at the park, brisk camping trips in the spring, and frigid snow days with a winter jacket on top.
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This jacket is like wrapping up in a warm cloud. The Polartec High Loft fleece traps heat without feeling stuffy, and the stretch panels help it move with you whether you’re hiking, belaying, or just kicking...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This jacket is a staple for every season—super soft fleece, lightweight enough for layering, and tough enough for playground roughhousing. My kids reach for it every day and it washes up good as new even after...
The Mountain Trainer 2 Mid GTX Backpacking Boot keeps us supported and comfortable throughout our long hikes into the wilderness of our own backyard. Its GORE-TEX lining provides a breathable feel, while the Vibram rubber keeps traction on a variety of...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve used the Bergtagen 130 Insulation Jacket as a belay layer on cold alpine missions and love how easily it pulls on over a shell. The Primaloft insulation keeps me warm even when things get damp, and it’s...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This coat is built for serious winter conditions. The sherpa lining adds a whole new level of warmth and softness, and the DownTek fill handles snow and slush like a champ. The length keeps more of me covered,...
Our comfiest lounge crew for shiver-free hangs around your tent, camping stove, or aprs-anything back home, the Chill Action Crew is just thatequipped to provide major chill action with its intensely soft peached jersey fabric that's so nice, so luxurious,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This shirt is my go-to for all-day sun—cool on the skin, doesn’t stink after a sweaty day, and those pockets are clutch for stashing snacks or maps. Love the no-fuss style and the comfort that actually lasts.""When...
The Columbia Toddler Steens Mountain II Fleece Jacket provides excellent warmth and mobility for chilly play dates at the park, brisk camping trips in the spring, and frigid snow days with a winter jacket on top.
For campers and climbers who are always on the move and always shifting focus, count on the all-around down bag that can keep up. Made with a footbox that follows a more natural position, high-performance insulation, and contact-capable materials, it...
"The Summit Grid 1/2-Zip Hoodie uses a center front half-zip for quick venting and easy on/off, so temperature swings on a multi-day trek don't mean stopping to change layers. A lightweight, packable grid fleece keeps pack weight down on everything from...
The Columbia Toddler Steens Mountain II Fleece Jacket provides excellent warmth and mobility for chilly play dates at the park, brisk camping trips in the spring, and frigid snow days with a winter jacket on top.