Performance apparel reviews
First Thoughts On The 37.5 Technology The normal core temperature in my world (the United States) is considered to be 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. In scientific and medical terms that’s an approximation and considered mid-range....
IceBreaker Natural Merino Wool Initial Thoughts For this review, what I have here is an assembly of some impressive apparel products from IceBreaker. I intend to discuss the pieces and versatility of the IceBreaker...
FORLOH is a technical outdoor brand that launched in 2020, with gear and clothing that is 100% made in the USA. Based in Whitefish Montana, FORLOH uses a “no-concessions” approach to product development and...
Crisp air, changing leaves, apple cider and those cooler temps are just a few of the reasons fall is a favorite season for many. As we bid farewell to another great summer, we’re excited...
Late summer is still hot in the mountains of Colorado. With temps in the 90’s, playing in the outdoors takes a little upfront thought. Luckily many companies like KUIU are adapting their apparel line...
Summer is off to a great start with lots of fun in the sun and some great new warm weather apparel to try out. This summer I have been all over the Bamboo Lightweight...
Finding a way to stay warm during the colder months can be tough, especially when you live in an area that has more than a few weeks of unforgiving cold. If you want to...
As the saying goes, “There is no such thing as bad weather….only bad clothing”. So how do you keep your temperature right on your adventure, ski outing, hike or run? By layering. When you...
Initial Take On The Jack Wolfskin Hybrid Jacket It’s stylish, warm, and very lightweight. “Puffy” jackets have always been light and fluffy, but this Jack Wolfskin Hybrid Jacket upon first impressions seems to be...
First Thoughts On An Amazing Underwear Roundup Now, I know you saw that title, and thought, “oh yeah, I’ve got to check out those undies”? Or maybe not. My wife thinks I’m sexy, and...
Le Bent is an Australian outdoors/alpine apparel company that focuses on next-to-skin items comprised of their signature blend of merino wool and rayon from bamboo. It may sound like an odd combination (it did...
ElevenPine is an emerging Boulder, CO-based athletic apparel company that is revolutionizing the cycling and fitness industries while ridding cafes and breweries of spandex-clad crotches. For 2019, ElevenPine introduces their newest and most versatile...
While the “World’s Greatest Dad” coffee cup makes for a great pragmatic Father’s Day gift. Why not change it up this year and grab your Dad, Husband, Grandfather, or Father-in-law something that will fit...
Over the past couple of years sun shirts have become popular outdoor apparel. The development of the sun shirt has really evolved as our understanding of skin damage has increased. In my youth, like...
Born in California and bred on the trail, Sierra Designs has been committed to supporting people’s love of the outdoors since 1965. Today, that means creating equipment and apparel that is functional, beautiful,...
Even after 20 years, Patagonia’s iconic R1 midlayer remains a benchmark for alpine efficiency. For the 20th anniversary, Patagonia is celebrating the amazing adventures (and mishaps) that have all been done in R1. From...
The Stio Alpha Alpine Hooded Jacket was designed in the mountains for playing hard in the mountains. Stio has been one of my long time favorite companies based out of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The...
New Year’s resolutions have come and gone, now it’s time to settle in and do the work. While the motivation to stick to them everyday may begin to signs of fading, a new piece...
