"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I bring the Helium UL Jacket on every trip where weight matters but storms are still on the table. It disappears into my pack until I need it—then delivers full waterproof protection in seconds. The hood stays...
"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’ve used the Snowcrew Leather Gloves on a few cold ski tours and in the resort, and they’ve held up great. The goat leather palms give me solid grip on poles and chairlifts, and the fleece lining inside feels...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “I keep these gloves around for all the in-between winter jobs—scraping ice, changing a tire, buckling boots, or hauling gear. The leather holds up to abuse, and the lining stays warm without getting clammy....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This softshell is my go-to for cool-weather hikes and shoulder-season adventures. The stretch fabric moves with me, and the wind- and water-resistant material keeps me comfortable in changing conditions. The brushed...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve used these on everything from muddy alpine hikes to desert scrambles. They’re so light you forget they’re there, but they do an awesome job keeping grit and water out of your boots. The NetPlus fabric...
A good insulating layer like the Outdoor Research Coldfront Down Hooded Jacket is one of the most important parts of our adventure wardrobe. This classic puffy jacket boasts a fully abrasion-resistant face fabric covering all of the lofty and warm down....
Flashy and fun, the Outdoor Research Coldfront Down Plus Jacket keeps us warm during our adventures around town or in the foothills. This jacket boasts a Pertex Quantum Eco face fabric that encourages rough daily wear, as well as down insulation that...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore these on a sweaty trail run into town and the drop-in thigh pockets held my phone and keys without any bounce. The high-rise waistband stayed put through every hill climb and never once needed adjusting.""The...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""These pants are a lifesaver when the skies open up on trail. I love that the ¾ zips make them easy to pull on without removing boots, and the venting keeps me from overheating on humid days. They’re lightweight...
"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...
Whether its an adventure in the mountains or a cold-weather hike, the Outdoor Research Deviator Wind Vest is a versatile layer that always seems to be with us. The polyester shell fabric is stretchy and durable and is coated with a PU treatment to shed...
"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...
The Outdoor Research Super Alpine Down Parka is built to provide superior warmth and durability for all of our cold-weather adventures. This piece brings the heat with an 800-fill down and protects that lofty filling with a super durable Pertex Quantum...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore these on a scramble-heavy weekend and the articulated knees never once got in the way of a high step. The hidden zip pocket in back held my car key through the whole hike without me thinking about it once.""A...
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:""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: ""I break these out on single digit, stormy ski days. Between the down fill, GORE-TEX membrane, and plush lining, they keep my hands dry and warm no matter how bad it gets. I also love that the leather palms give...
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: ""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...
Whenever there's a bite in the air, we pull on the Outdoor Research Trail Mix Ubertube before setting out. The lightweight fleece construction shields our neck and face from icy gusts without causing us to overheat when chasing powder and bagging peaks.
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,...
The Cirque III Pants feature a newly updated fit and feature set, bluesign® approved materials, thermoregulating ActiveTemp™ technology, and movement-mirroring stretch for durable, breathable, and weather-resistant 3-season alpine performance.
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This is one of the warmest ultralight layers I’ve ever used. It’s super packable, and the weather resistance holds up surprisingly well in windy conditions. I love it for cold belays, alpine starts, or stuffing...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore these on a sweaty trail run into town and the drop-in thigh pockets held my phone and keys without any bounce. The high-rise waistband stayed put through every hill climb and never once needed adjusting.""The...