"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....
We've all worn annoying, downright irritating boxer briefs that require constant adjustments, causing others to give us the look as we try to re-adjust our situation. Alleviating these fitment issues while we're working out, hiking, and just running errands,...
"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 Cirque III Pant matches the energy of technical summits. The tough yet breathable fabrication resists tears and abrasions against rock and ice while also resisting winds and moisture to prevent our bones from getting chilled...
"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...
Equally comfortable pounding out miles on our favorite trails and as a first layer of defense out on the skintrack, the Echo Hoodie is among our top picks for versatile performance layers. The fully-recycled synthetic fabric features AirVent mesh technology...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I've been wearing the Townsend Down Jacket on my daily winter commute and it nails the balance between street style and real warmth. The 700-fill down is impressively lofty, and the water-resistant shell holds...
When the day calls for us to be out in the sun all day, we reach for the Outdoor Research Astroman Air Sun Hoodie to beat the heat. Featuring a recycled polyester and spandex fabric, the Astroman Air Sun Hoodie is stretchy, moisture-wicking, and quick-drying,...
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...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“This is one of those beanies I keep in my pack year-round. It's light, super breathable, and just warm enough for hiking, ski tours, or hanging out by the fire.”Whether we’re setting out for a chilly trailhead...
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’ve worn the Timberline Short on hot, dusty hikes and they’re super breathable without sacrificing durability. The stretch is spot-on for scrambling and sitting around camp, and the pocket setup is legit—especially...
It’s cozy, warm, moisture-wicking, and features UPF 30. The Outdoor Research Trail Mix Cap is the perfect cap for outings when the temperatures are starting to dip. Whether we’re hiking, climbing, fishing, or mountain biking, the cap keeps our heads...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I always keep the Helium UL Pant in my pack for alpine days and thru-hikes. It weighs next to nothing, packs into its own pocket, and gives me full waterproof protection when the weather shifts. Super easy to...
"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...
Who doesn't love a trucker? The Outdoor Research Advocate Trucker Hi Pro Cap earns a spot in any outdoor wardrobe thanks to the breathable cotton panels, durable polyester mesh, and accessible snapback closure.
Weighing just a few ounces and packed with highly compressible down, we can't find a reason not to bring the Coldfront Down Mitten with us everywhere we go in the winter months. Whether we're warming up in the tent or scraping the car, this mitten provides...
"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...
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:""I use the Alpinite GORE-TEX Glove for everything from ice climbing to stormy backcountry tours. The fit gives me great grip and feel without sacrificing warmth, and I can still operate my phone when I need to....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This fleece quickly became one of my most worn pieces—I layer it under shells, wear it solo at camp, and throw it on for early dog walks. The ActiveTemp tech helps keep my temperature in check when I’m on...
From the snowy mountain to the rainy trail, the Outdoor Research Headwall GORE-TEX 3L Jacket provides the weatherproofing necessary to keep us dry and happy during our next outdoor adventure. The 3-layer GORE-TEX shell and fully taped seams keep water...
"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:""I’ve kept the Helium UL Pant in my summit pack all season. It's insanely light but still holds up against full-on mountain weather. I love how it slips easily over trail shoes or boots thanks to the ankle zips...
When temps aim to numb and gusts feel razor sharp, we kit up with the Outdoor Research Snowcrew Down Jacket. The responsibly sourced down holds in our body heat without weighing us down, while the breathable membrane blocks out wind and moisture, keeping...