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
Patagonia Strider Pro Running Shorts (5″) Review
The Patagonia Strider Pro Shorts are a lightweight pair of polyester shorts with a built-in liner, 5 in / 12.7 cm inseam, four stretchy side pockets, and one back zippered pocket. It took me a long time to finally convert to a pair of shorts with a liner, but now that I've made the switch, I
Voormi River Run Hoodie Review
The Voormi River Run 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 Colorado (but expanding into Montana), Voormi makes a wide selection
Bluffworks Ascender Chino Pants Review
The Bluffworks Ascender Chino is the sequel to the Original Chinos put out by Bluffworks a couple of years ago. Since my wardrobe still consists of primarily Bluffworks clothing whilst I'm not on the trail (but even sometimes when I am), I was excited to adopt a new pair of pants into my
Showers Pass Crosspoint Waterproof Socks Review
The Showers Pass Crosspoint Waterproof Socks are a 3-layer waterproof sock made of nylon, Lycra spandex, and polyester with a knit exterior, a waterproof membrane, and a moisture-wicking anti-bacterial lining. But I know what you're saying, "What the hell are you talking about waterproof
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 polyester 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
Bluffworks Horizon Quilted Vest Review
I'm not going to lie, you guys, the Bluffworks Horizon Quilted Vest is the first vest I have ever owned. However, I have had enough experience with Bluffworks that I basically allow them to dictate my entire wardrobe at this point (I have even taken to hiking in their Meridian Dress Shirt). I