The SkyGOAT CAMP Hoodie is a lightweight fleece built for the outdoors. It's available in three configurations: a pullover, a full-zip, and a full-zip without a hood. It can be used as an outer layer or mid-layer and does a good job of keeping you comfortable in a range of environments. Here's
Katabatic Gear Tincup Down Jacket Review
Widely known for their ultralight quilts, Katabatic Gear has started filling nylon shells with down (which, in case you didn't know, is not the same as feathers) in a different configuration - this time meant to be used (primarily) while you're awake. The Katabatic Gear Tincup Down Jacket is an
Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody Review
The Patagonia Micro Puff is a lightweight synthetic hoody that weighs 9.3 oz / 264 g with 2.29 oz / 65 g or Patagonia's PlumaFill - 100% recycled polyester. The hooded Micro Puff (there's a version without a hood as well) has four pockets. two zippered handwarmer pockets and two interior drop
Ombraz Armless Sunglasses Review
The Ombraz Armless Sunglasses (pronounced ohm-bruhz) are a fresh take on sunglasses eliminating their glasses' arms in favor of a built-in nylon cord. The idea is simple - the arms of your sunglasses are useless and more a liability than an asset. But are they? I've struggled in the past wearing
Ombraz Leggero Sunglasses Review
I previously published a review of Ombraz armless sunglasses, but I've decided to give them another go since the Leggero and Dolomite models are now available in larger frame sizes that no longer look strange when put on my larger-than-average head. Ombraz (pronounced ohm-bruhz) are designed with
Patagonia Baggies Shorts Review
The Patagonia Baggies are a lightweight pair of shorts that can be used casually, hiking, biking, water sporting, or really anything that doesn't require any specific legwear. The Baggies are available in a 5" and 7" inseam, but there's also a 2.5" version for women and children's versions as well.
Ridge Merino Solstice Hoodie Review
The Ridge Merino Solstice Hoodie is a long-sleeve, lightweight, wool-blend hoodie with thumb loops, a relaxed fit, and a 30 UPF rating. It's great for shielding you from the sun whilst enjoying and frolicking in the outdoors. Based in Mammoth Lakes, California (a Pacific Crest Trail resupply
Kahtoola INSTAgaiter (Low) Review
The Kahtoola INSTAgaiter is a lightweight trail running (or backpacking) gaiter that uses an under-the-shoe band, hook, and zipper) instead of the more typical velcro), to secure to your shoe (or low-profile boot). I've been wearing gaiters when backpacking for a long time now - they're