Mountain Khakis is a purveyor of high-quality casual attire engineered for exceptional mountain living. In my opinion, the Mountain Khakis Women’s Cora Dress is the perfect summertime dress for fun in the mountains (and...
Feel the “oo,” indeed. A tag that arrived along with the Oofos footwear I received exhorted me to do just that. Except I didn’t see the tag until I’d already slipped my feet into...
If you’re looking for a hiking shoe built for anything from challenging, rocky terrain to brisk urban trekking, the Vasque Inhaler GTX is for you. This is a good looking, fairly lightweight shoe with...
For the uninitiated, let’s make something clear at the outset: There’s a compelling health case for compression socks. Not only do they enhance everyday circulatory function, they help ward off problems such as deep...
Fascia is connective tissue that provides support and protection for the body’s musculature. When the body’s systems are at peace, the fascia that surrounds muscles enhances mechanical function. But, as endurance athletes are well...
The ASICS GEL-Noosa Tri 10 running shoes are designed to give triathletes and runners a little extra boost to pick up the pace. That’s exactly what I did every time I wore these...
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 17 When it comes to running shoes, I’m extremely picky. I train hard whether it’s for a race or to meet personal fitness goals. That means my running shoes have to be...
If you’re looking to add an extra boost to your workout, then the Survival Strap Active Edge Fishtail Bracelet might do the trick. I tested the bracelet for several weeks, including during endurance and...
The Adidas W Hiking Heldinnen Jacket is a jacket designed to keep the body warm in cold and snowy climates. With down-filling, a hood, inner sleeve cuffs, and a polyester outer shell, it will...
A great hiking and trail running shoe needs grip, traction, stability, and sturdy material to keep feet protected in all types of conditions. It also doesn’t hurt if the shoe is attractive. In my...
Sometimes staying hydrated requires something more than water but without the calories, sugar, or artificial sweeteners contained in many sports drinks. Enter Nuun Electrolyte Enhanced Drink Tabs. These tabs have less than 10...
If you’re like me, your stopwatch is so much more than just a time and date indicator. It’s your everyday running companion. It’s a pace monitor when training, makes the perfect alarm clock when...
Good hydration and outdoor sports go hand in hand. Regardless of whether temps are in the triple digits or below freezing, your water bottle has to deliver palatable fluids. The 20 oz. Nathan Sports...
With daylight in shorter and shorter supply this season, early-morning and late-evening training sessions can become dangerous without the right gear. One of the best ways to stay safe while running, biking, or walking...
Thomas Bates Pet Collar and Leash My German Shepherd mix is one of those dogs who very much goes his own way. I’ve seen plenty of dogs walk contentedly off-leash beside their people, never...
