"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""These are my favorite shorts for summer climbs and hikes. The Ferrosi fabric stretches just right, dries fast after river crossings, and feels super light. The 10-inch inseam gives enough coverage without being...
The Outdoor Research Deviator Fleece 1/2-Zip is a versatile layering piece that we like as an outer layer or a mid-layer to slip under our shell for added warmth. The ActiveTemp treatment helps moderate our moisture and temperature when we're actively...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I keep the Quadrise Trucker Lo Pro Cap stashed in my pack—it’s my go-to for post-ride hangs, crag shade, or just covering up trailhead helmet hair. Breathable mesh and a comfy sweatband keep it functional...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This jacket is my go-to for fast-moving adventures. The wind-resistant front keeps me warm on gusty ridgelines, while the laser-perforated back dumps excess heat as I push the pace. The stretch fabric moves effortlessly...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Ferrosi Hooded Jacket on a few long spring hikes and ended up leaving it on almost the entire day. The stretch fabric moves easily while climbing or scrambling, and it breathes well enough that I never...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I wore these for back-to-back storm days at the resort and my hands stayed dry and cozy the whole time. They’re warm, grippy, and have great wrist cinches to keep snow out—solid pick for resort days."" When...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This jacket strikes that rare balance—light and packable but still tough enough for storm days. Whether I’m skinning up or lapping lifts, it holds up to the weather and vents heat fast when I need it.""From...
Light on weight, completely waterproof, and perfectly packable, the Outdoor Research Aspire Jacket shows us there's no reason not to toss it into our pack for any and all adventures. We love its breathable and easy-to-vent weather protection on backcountry...
Fewer pants excel at the crag or on the trail in the shoulder season like the Ferrosi Convertible Pant from Outdoor Research. Not only do these drawers wick away moisture, but once things heat up they stay true to their name and we can switch from pants...
On both the approach and the send, the Outdoor Research Ferrosi 7in Short keeps us light and free. The stretchy material gives our hips full range for high steps, stems, and drop knees, as it wicks away moisture and dries off quick to keep us cool. With...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This piece is seriously burly. I’ve worn it for everything from hauling gear to chilly campsite cookouts. The bonded wool fleece feels great, and the Cordura reinforcements take a beating without showing wear....
Warm up your paws on the mountain with Outdoor Research’s Carbide Sensor Mitt. With toasty VerticalX insulation, the Carbide Sensor is perfect for cutting out the cold and amping up warmth when the mercury dives down, while a robust GORE-TEX shell cuts...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “This is one of my favorite active layers because it adapts so well to different outputs. I wear it under a shell for ski days and on its own for hikes and approaches. It traps heat when I slow down, breathes...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I wear these shorts almost every day in the summer. They’ve handled scrambling in the Cascades and long days in the saddle. Super comfy, tough, and breathable, and the zip pocket is perfect for my keys or cards.""When...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“This hoodie is perfect for cool-weather layering or wearing on its own. The Polartec fleece is warm but breathable, and I love the added durability of the Ferrosi overlay—great for active use.”The Polartec...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""These are my favorite shorts for summer climbs and hikes. The Ferrosi fabric stretches just right, dries fast after river crossings, and feels super light. The 10-inch inseam gives enough coverage without being...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I love using the Ferrosi Trail Gaiters on dusty and rocky trails where keeping debris out of my shoes is key. They’re lightweight and breathable, so I barely notice them, but they still offer great protection....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This is my go-to shell for wet-weather hikes and summer thunderstorms. The full-length side zips are a lifesaver for venting heat, and the fit is versatile enough for layering without feeling bulky.""The Outdoor...
Powder chasing in brutally cold and whiteout conditions calls for us to throw on the Outdoor Research Snowcrew Bib Pant. Fully waterproof, highly breathable, and toasty warm, the Snowcrew Bib Pant keeps us ready for the deepest days of the year. Adjustable...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This is the tee I grab for long summer hikes and travel days. The Eclipse Sun T-Shirt feels soft like a favorite casual shirt, but it performs like a tech layer—quick-drying, stretchy, and the odor control really...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This tank is my go-to for hot trail days or long runs. It’s so light it feels like I’m wearing nothing, and it dries fast even when I’m really pushing. I love that it doesn’t get clingy when I sweat and...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Aspire 3L Jacket is my go-to for rainy adventures. The AscentShell Dry 3L fabric keeps me dry without feeling stiff, and the stretch lets me move comfortably on the trail. The TorsoFlo™ venting is a game-changer,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I've worn the Ferrosi Pant on everything from brushy approach trails to sport climbing days, and they handle both without skipping a beat. The stretch moves naturally through high steps, and the DWR sheds morning...
When the way to the peak requires us to utilize all our hard skills and embrace harsh conditions, we pack along Outdoor Research's Headwall GORE-TEX 3L Pant. The separating side zips make it easy to zip this pair on once we reach the headwall. As we climb,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been riding in the Powderverse Pants all season, and they’re solid. The seat insulation helps on cold chairlifts, the thigh vents dump heat fast, and the fit works great with layers. Plus, having a avy-equipment...