I’m 42 and began skiing when I was in kindergarten, so I’ve spent a lot of time at Colorado ski resorts wearing a variety of ski kits. In all of my years on the slopes, I’ve never been stopped as much as I have while wearing the Rossignol Rallybird Ski Jacket. And as someone who […]
In a surprise announcement today, German outdoor gear brand Jack Wolfskin confirmed it will wind down its operations in the U.S. and shut down its U.S. retail site by July 1. A brand representative said that Jack Wolfskin will “refocus all resources towards its robust European, EMEA [Europe, Middle East, Africa], and Asian business operations.” […]
When the forecast calls for rain, but your job doesn’t offer rain checks, staying dry and comfortable becomes a challenge. Working in the rain doesn’t just challenge your comfort, it also tests your resilience and productivity. Whether you’re in construction, landscaping, or any outdoor trade, having the right gear is essential to not just endure […]
I am pretty obsessive when it comes to hats. I love them in all their forms — cowboy hats, bucket hats, baseball caps, fedoras, tricorns. You name it, and I probably own at least one of them. But the one kind of hat I’ve never loved for its fit, feel, or style is the typical running, […]
I am pretty obsessive when it comes to hats. I love them in all their forms — cowboy hats, bucket hats, baseball caps, fedoras, tricorns. You name it, and I probably own at least one of them. But the one kind of hat I’ve never loved for its fit, feel, or style is the typical running, […]
Fitness encompasses a host of activities: walking, running, golfing, climbing — all with different metrics to track. The best fitness watch or fitness tracker is one that supplements your workout regime, tracks the data, and fits with your lifestyle. Our experts have been strapping on fitness watches of all kinds for close to a decade […]
It’s pretty annoying when I need to wear a winter parka on a flight because it does’t fit in my suitcase. I could leave it at home and make do. But freezing in the Swiss alps only makes it memorable for the wrong reasons. I was happy to stumble upon the KUHL Spyfire Parka, an […]
I expect a lot from my flannels. For me, they are more than just a snug fashion statement. I also want mine to keep up on work days. While Patagonia is no stranger to high standards, I put its women’s Fjord Flannel to the test. A worthwhile work flannel needs to be comfortable, help regulate […]
Do you already have plans for enjoying the outdoors this summer? Maybe you’re going to paddle down some whitewater, backpack through a canyon, or climb a Colorado 14er. Or if that sounds like too much work, there’s nothing wrong with staying home and swaying in a hammock while sipping a piña colada in the backyard. […]
Every time we see runners hitting the road without a pair of sunglasses on, we say a silent prayer to the running gods, begging for them to spare this naked-eyed heathen — they know not what they do! If this doesn’t work (it never does), we do our best to enlighten the sunglass agnostics and […]