Named after Ecuador’s second-highest volcano, Cotopaxi is known for sustainable, functional, and colorful outdoor apparel. The Cotopaxi Teca Fleece Full-Zip Jacket fits right into that lineup: bright and cozy. This women’s fleece jacket is a fun twist on a classic midweight layer. The brand’s signature vibrant colors are used across the collection, giving your boring […]
By now, we all know the best running shirts should be moisture-wicking. But why is moisture-wicking so important? Sweat is the main mechanism by which your body cools itself, but did you know that not allowing sweat to wick off your skin can be a source of overheating? If sweat isn’t removed from your skin […]
Lucky for us, REI’s Anniversary Sale comes in time for running season to really kick off. As part of its overall sale, you’ll find deals on all things running, from shoes, to sun-blocking shirts, hydration bladders, and smartwatches. For this roundup of deals, we’ve curated some bestselling running gear from top brands like Aktra, Saucony, […]
Leave it to a Norwegian company to create a trusty midlayer for aerobic adventures in the elements. Norrøna’s Senja Warm1 Hood is a lightweight, quick-drying workhorse that’s weaseled its way into many of my high-output adventures. When I don’t want to get cold as my sweat evaporates, this breathable and synthetic fleece helps me stay […]
When you think of compression socks, your mind probably jumps straight to that one pharmacy aisle with a weird mixture of first-aid, orthotic insoles, and bandages. The best compression socks, though, are actually a boon for runners, cyclists, and athletes of all kinds, not just nurses and folks boarding overnight flights. Sure, you’ll find them […]
When you think of compression socks, your mind probably jumps straight to that one pharmacy aisle with a weird mixture of first-aid, orthotic insoles, and bandages. The best compression socks, though, are actually a boon for runners, cyclists, and athletes of all kinds, not just nurses and folks boarding overnight flights. Sure, you’ll find them […]
In 1909, a long-forgotten American explorer named Matthew Henson stood on the top of the world. Henson had traveled for months across Greenland’s frozen landscape to reach the North Pole with Commander Robert Edwin Peary. Most members of the expedition turned back during the arduous journey, but Henson — born in Maryland to sharecropper parents […]
A great fishing shirt not only has some built-in good luck but also, more importantly, protects you from the sun and other elements. We get that buying fishing shirts online is hard. You want to know what it feels like when the wind is howling and salt water blows in your face. Or, when you’re […]
If you’re trying to go faster in the water or just get a little exercise, you need a quality pair of swim goggles that don’t leak or fog and stay comfortably in place during your workout. Research has found that ill-fitting goggles aren’t just uncomfortable; they can also increase fluid pressure in the eye (yuck). […]
It’s no secret that staying in shape throughout middle age and later years is tough. For those of us who hunt, that reality hits home even more. The inability to keep your body active also means the inability to get up the mountain. MTNTOUGH’s Preseason Prep 50+ aims to keep you capable in the field. […]