I tested the Outdoor Research Tungsten II Jacket in Neptune. It’s an insulated GORE-TEX piece, retailing for $499 USD. This jacket is constructed from Bluesign approved GORE-TEX and VerticalX Eco—OR’s high-loft synthetic insulation made up of 85% recycled materials. It’s a fully seam taped, water and wind proof layer. I’d recommend it as your daily […]
I tested the Osprey Sopris 40L Women’s Backpack on an alpine tour in Grand Teton National Park, temperatures were between 0-5 degrees F, with in and out cloud coverage and snow showers. The day involved some technical mountaineering, so I got to utilize almost all of the carry options on the pack. The Sopris boasts […]