3-in-1 layering systems in winter gear have been around since the 90’s, yet 686 has found a way to make theirs simultaneously stylish, comfortable, and functional. In particular, the 686 Smarty Cargo Pant has deliberate features that make it a catch 22 for resort gear. Imagine the benefits of six, deep pockets to hold goodies […]
Way back in 1759 the French satirist Voltaire published his magnum opus, the tale of a young man named Candide who believes he lives in “the best of all possible worlds” despite experiencing overwhelming evidence otherwise. Two hundred and twenty two years later the undisputed best of all French skiers was born: Candide Thovex. Today […]
Hot take, ski bibs are far superior to traditional snow pants, and the Helly Hansen Powderqueen Bibs accentuate this point with all their sneaky pocket amenities and overall extreme comfort. These double layer HELLY TECH® bibs are durable, and slightly insulated while simultaneously waterproof and breathable so you get the best of both worlds; warmth […]
The Mountain Hardwear Exposure/2 GORE-TEX Pro Light Jacket is an epic GORE-TEX Pro Jacket made for going light and fast into the rarest air of the mountains. The Exposure 2 repels whatever wind and precip the sky can pelt at you. Yet despite all this protection, it’s freakishly light, keeping that heavy weight off your […]
Getting compliments always feels rad and the number of “wows” I got when wearing the Arc’teryx Beta LT Jacket was unparalleled (Color is “Mesmer”). I’d hop out of my car on Teton Pass to do a backcountry ski lap and not only did I look cool in my bright trendy Arc’teryx shell but I also […]
To take good care of that body warmth inside your snowboard jacket, protect the ladies you love (or yourself) with snowboard jacket designed specifically for women’s bodies. Here are our top picks for the best women’s snowboard jackets of the season. Best Women’s Snowboard Jackets Patagonia Women’s Triolet Jacket Showcasing the best aspects of an […]
Since hunting can be one of the most grueling outdoor adventures, Magellan’s Men’s Ozark insulated bib is made to withstand the wildest weather. The lining makes it so that you’ll never freeze, with an outer shell that can take all that fall precip. Throw in their time-tested camo brought to you by Mossy Oak and […]
I have devoted the last NINE MONTHS of my life to testing out the new Eddie Bauer CirrusLite Down Jacket while climbing, skiing, snowmobiling, pounding nails, ranch handing, hunting, barhopping, and river surfing in the mountains of NW Wyoming. The Eddie Bauer CirrusLite Down Hooded Jacket is a good coat: warm, comfortable, stylish, versatile, surprisingly […]
The TREW Stella 3L Jacket really shined while riding at the resort. It has good waterproofing at 20,000mm and 20,000k breathability rating. Trew Stella Modern Freeride Fit With the Modern Freerider Fit TREW is making roomy, comfortable outerwear that people of all shapes and sizes can appreciate. The large hood fit well over my helmet […]
At first glance it might seem surprising that of all the mountaineering/snowboarding/climbing gear I test, the lightest and warmest piece of gear is hunting brand Sitka’s Ambient Jacket. It makes sense because no single activity can throw literally every type of weather at you, not to mention the fact that you might be moving at […]