"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I keep this fleece in my pack for cool mornings and breezy summit breaks. It’s lightweight but surprisingly warm for its weight, and the half-zip makes it easy to dump heat on climbs. The elastic-bound hems...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like this hoodie for hot days when I want sun protection without overheating. The fabric is super lightweight and breathable, and it wicks moisture when I'm sweating on a hike or splashing around near the water.""Why...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been running this shoe through rolling singletrack and loose climbs, and it hits that sweet spot between a runner and a hiker. The FloatPro foam stays lively over long miles, and the Vibram outsole grips...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like this hoodie for hot days when I want sun protection without overheating. The fabric is super lightweight and breathable, and it wicks moisture when I'm sweating on a hike or splashing around near the water.""Why...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“I keep this half zip in my pack year-round. It’s super lightweight, feels soft right away, and adds just enough warmth for early starts or cooling evenings. The mock neck and elastic bindings help seal in heat,...
If our kids are on a quest for outdoor nirvana like us, we might as well hook them up with the Darn Tough Question 1/4 Lightweight + Cushion Sock. The merino wool blend balances the miraculous moisture- and temperature-regulating qualities of merino wool...
The Columbia Infant Boys' Steens II Mountain Fleece Jacket is simple in design for warmth on walks around the neighborhood or layering for cross-town trips to Grandma's house. Its polyester MTR filament fleece fabric is warmer than average fleeces, and...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Olympus 7 Mid GTX Hiking Boot through a muddy, rain-soaked weekend on the trail and the GORE-TEX membrane kept my feet completely dry the whole time. The mid-height collar gave me real ankle support...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like this piece for cold hikes and active days when I don’t want a stiff puffy. The stretch fabric really makes a difference when reaching overhead or scrambling, and the Stretchdown baffles keep the insulation...
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:""This shell stows down tiny but delivers when wind picks up—super easy to adjust the hood and stash essentials in the pockets. I grab it for every summit push or trail run.""When weight and adaptability matter,...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“I keep this half zip in my pack year-round. It’s super lightweight, feels soft right away, and adds just enough warmth for early starts or cooling evenings. The mock neck and elastic bindings help seal in heat,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been running and cross-training in these shorts nonstop. They’re super lightweight and wick away sweat better than anything else I’ve worn.""Whether we’re grinding through reps or hitting the trail...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Arctic Crest Sherpa is the fleece I keep coming back to on cold trail days because the Omni-Heat Arctic technology genuinely outperforms anything else at this weight. Outside Magazine called it best for frigid...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I keep this anorak in my daypack every spring and fall—it’s super lightweight, sheds wind and drizzle, and packs down into its own pocket. Plus, the heritage style with the Katahdin logo is just plain fun.""...
The Columbia Infant Boys' Steens II Mountain Fleece Jacket is simple in design for warmth on walks around the neighborhood or layering for cross-town trips to Grandma's house. Its polyester MTR filament fleece fabric is warmer than average fleeces, and...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Olympus 7 Mid GTX Hiking Boot through a muddy, rain-soaked weekend on the trail and the GORE-TEX membrane kept my feet completely dry the whole time. The mid-height collar gave me real ankle support...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This hoodie is everything I want in a kids’ layer—super soft, breathable, and durable enough for serious playground time. The REPREVE fleece is warm but never bulky, and my kid loves the fun colors. Great...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like this hoodie for hot days when I want sun protection without overheating. The fabric is super lightweight and breathable, and it wicks moisture when I'm sweating on a hike or splashing around near the water.""Why...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This pullover nails the vibe—super soft, lightweight, and just enough insulation for cool weather. I’ve been tossing it over tees for camp mornings or layering it under a shell when storms roll in. The snap...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This tee is a great mix of durability and comfort. The heavyweight cotton feels substantial without being too stiff, and the garment-dyed finish gives it a naturally soft feel. The bold graphic adds a fun outdoor...
You can tell a lot about a woman by the socks she wears, which is why we're wearing the Smartwool Hike Light Cushion Mountain Moon Crew Socks. These hiking socks keep our feet comfortable in all temperatures with a merino wool blend that feels soft against...
On the longest days of the year, we require sun protection that doesn't wear out, so we don the Crater Lake Short-Sleeve Top before hitting the trail, river, or city. The performance fabric is rated UPF 50+ so that we don't have to fuss with sunblock...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I pulled this on for a long desert hike and ended up wearing it the whole trip. It’s super light, breathes well when you’re working hard, and the UPF coverage makes a big difference when the sun is relentless....
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...