"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""These gaiters are a must when I'm hiking through brushy trails or kicking up gravel. They keep dirt and pebbles out of my boots and fit easily over everything from trail runners to mid hikers. They're light enough...
"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 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 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....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I bring the Stowe Aerogel Glove on every winter trip where weight and warmth matter. It’s shockingly warm for how compact it is, and the Aerogel insulation really works—my hands stay comfortable even when...
"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 throw the Eclipse Sun T-Shirt on for long hikes, trail runs, and even travel days. It dries fast, never feels clingy, and the UPF 50+ coverage means I don’t have to lather up as much on the go.""When the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This jacket is in my pack year-round. It's breathable enough for moving fast on the skintrack and warm enough to wear around camp. I also appreciate the sleek fit—great for layering under a shell without bulk.""We...
"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:""I’ve worn the Timberline Pant on everything from wet trail days to dry, rocky scrambles. The fabric is super durable but has enough stretch to stay comfy all day. The fit is dialed, and I really appreciate the...
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,...
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:""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...
We like the Outdoor Research Cirque Lite Pant because we it keeps us from shying away from adventures in a little weather. These pants pretty much live in our pack so that we can always add some warmth and coverage at the tail end of our missions.
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This sun hoodie is my go-to for long days in the sun. The ActiveIce™ technology actually cools as I sweat, and the UPF 50+ protection gives me peace of mind on exposed trails. It’s lightweight, breathable,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I keep the Coldfront Down Beanie in my pack because it delivers instant warmth when temps dive. The 650-fill down is super lofty for the weight and feels like putting on a miniature puffy jacket. It packs tiny,...
From the weekly grind through our weekend play, the Coldfront Jacket is there protecting us from frigid temps. Filled with both down and synthetic insulation, this puffer is doubly armored to fight old man winter. For that triple-threat status, its tightly...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“This hoodie is lightweight, warm, and incredibly versatile. Whether layering it on frosty mornings or wearing it solo during shoulder season adventures, the eco-friendly insulation makes it a feel-good choice...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I like the Tokul Beanie for days when I’m moving a lot—it’s breathable, low profile, and doesn’t feel too hot when I start hiking or working around camp. The shorty fit looks clean, and the ribbed cuff...
With good conditions bad weather comes. We enjoy the first and fight the second with the help of the Outdoor Research Snowcrew Down Jacket. Boasting lofty down insulation around our core, synthetic insulation in areas more vulnerable to moisture, and...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""These gaiters are my go-to for alpine treks and winter backcountry missions. The slimmer fit works perfectly with modern boots, and the GORE-TEX construction keeps my feet dry in deep snow or wet conditions. The...
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...
Hiking in wet weather calls for a bit of extra protection. The Outdoor Research Seattle Rain Hat is one of our favorite hats to wear when hiking in the rain. The 3L GORE-TEX membrane ensures the water doesn't get through and keeps everything underneath...
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: ""This pack surprised me—lightweight but burly. I’ve used it for everything from trail runs to alpine scrambles. The daisy chains and padded top pocket make organizing gear easy, and it handles wet weather...