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:""I loaded a card and my ID into the back pocket for a farmers market walk after a run and never noticed them bouncing. The next to skin fit felt secure through the whole errand without ever riding down.""Pockets...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve put this shell through storm cycles and spring skins, and it punches above its weight. Pertex Shield keeps driving snow out, the tricot backer feels comfortable over layers, and the pit zips dump heat...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This piece checks all the boxes for a midlayer—it’s breathable, warm, and crazy comfortable. I wear it for everything from backcountry skiing to road trips. The merino-poly blend keeps it from getting stuffy...
We do one thing when winter comes along in our region—we chase powder. That requires a pant that can keep up with our rampant searches deep into the hills or at the local resort. That pant is the Snowcrew Pant from Outdoor Research. Fully waterproof,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore these on a full day of skin track laps, and the mechanical stretch let me kick turn without ever fighting the fabric. The beacon pocket with its dedicated clip meant I never had to think twice about where...
Rainy days can't dampen our plans or style, thanks to Outdoor Research's Aspire 3L Trench. The understated design and internal waist cinch give us a flattering silhouette that goes with everything, while the AscentShell Dry membrane shuts out rain and...
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 wore the Archangel Bibs on a full day of ski mountaineering—crazy winds, full whiteout, and these things held up flawlessly. They’re super breathable when I’m moving hard uphill, but the GORE-TEX Pro shell...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""On frigid days at the resort, I always reach for these mitts. They trap warmth better than gloves, and the Ventia insert really keeps out snow and wind. Plus, the grip on the palm makes handling poles super easy.""...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore this on a cool morning bouldering session and it moved with me on every reach, no bunching or restriction. It's soft enough that I kept it on for coffee afterward and forgot I was still wearing my climbing...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like these shorts for anything active in warm weather. They’re lightweight, stretchy, and tough enough for scrambling or hiking, and the integrated belt keeps the fit secure when I’m moving fast on the trail.""When...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “I grab this parka when I want serious warmth without feeling weighed down. The longer length makes a noticeable difference on windy, cold days, and it’s easy to dial in the fit with the adjustable hem. It’s...
"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 is the beanie I count on when the wind cuts deep. The WINDSTOPPER® tech keeps my head warm even on exposed ridgelines, and the close-to-head fit layers easily under a hood or helmet without shifting around.""We...
"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...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I use the SkyChaser Jacket on fast alpine pushes when every ounce matters. It breathes way better than expected and moves well with the stretch shell. Packs tiny, performs big—my go-to for summit days.""We...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wear these on the coldest bluebird days when I still want full dexterity for adjusting my goggles or zipping a pocket. The stretch fabric moves with my hand, and I'm never fumbling to use my phone at the lift...
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...
The legacy Outdoor Research Crocodile Classic Gaiters are back for more seasons of high-mountain expeditions. The fitted, adjustable, over-the-calf design offers reliable coverage, bolstered by 3-layer GORE-TEX fabric and durable Cordura reinforcements.
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...
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...
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...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I keep this beanie in my pack for every cool weather hike since it dries out fast if it gets damp from sweat. The tall folded cuff means I can adjust the fit depending on how cold the trail gets.""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...