"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I wear the Swift Lite Brimmer on everything from fast hikes to paddle days. It’s super breathable with just enough structure in the brim, and I love how light it feels. Packs flat, dries fast, and doesn’t...
"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:""These gloves check all the boxes—durable, breathable, and the bar feel is unreal. I’ve ridden them through wet roots and loose switchbacks, and the grip stays consistent. The fit is snug without restricting...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I rely on the Swift Lite Brimmer for sunny trail days or paddling trips—it stays put, keeps my face and neck shaded, and vents really well even when I’m sweating. It’s so light I forget I’m wearing it,...
"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:""I wore the Eclipse Sun Tank on a multi-day desert trip and it crushed it. It’s super soft, dries fast, and the UPF 50+ gave me confidence in full sun. Bonus—it doesn’t get funky after long days thanks 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...
"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 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 the Eclipse Sun Tank on a multi-day desert trip and it crushed it. It’s super soft, dries fast, and the UPF 50+ gave me confidence in full sun. Bonus—it doesn’t get funky after long days thanks to...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This is the kind of fleece I wear all the time—trail runs, hikes, and even work-from-home days. It’s lightweight, super breathable, and the ActiveTemp keeps me comfortable whether I’m moving or chilling.""The...
"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...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wear the Astroman Full-Zip Sun Hoodie on any exposed hike or climb. It’s breathable, doesn’t cling when I sweat, and the full zip makes it super easy to throw on or vent. The new zip pockets are a nice upgrade...
"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 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: ""I’ve put the Cloudchaser Bibs through wet storm days, windy ridgelines, and warm spring tours. The swing hatch is a game changer, and the stretch panels and articulated fit make long climbs way more comfortable....
"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:""This is the kind of fleece I wear all the time—trail runs, hikes, and even work-from-home days. It’s lightweight, super breathable, and the ActiveTemp keeps me comfortable whether I’m moving or chilling.""The...
"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...
Riding off-road is no joke—the falls are rocky, brush reaches into the trails—and Outdoor Research went all in on durability in these shorts. The Freewheel Ride Short is an essential piece of apparel for singletrack, gravel, and park riding due to...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""On bitter cold days, this is the parka I reach for. It’s insanely warm without feeling overly bulky, and the length makes a huge difference when the wind kicks up. The hood is plush and stays put, and I love...
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:""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,...
The Deviator Wind Pant moves with our body when we're on the run while regulating our temperature with Outdoor Research's ActiveTemp Treatment, which wicks moisture and dries quickly to keep us comfortable during high-output pursuits in cool weather....
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...