Pearl Izumi BioViz Barrier jacket Kate Agathon Get ready for early fall with the standard-fit Pearl Izumi BioViz Barrier jacket! With the prime aspen leaf-peeping season in the high country upon us, cyclists and drivers will soon be taking over the mountain passes to take in the spectacular fall scenery. Wearing high-visibility clothing is essential for cyclists because it draws
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Arc’teryx Trino SL – Extra Breathable and Versatile Softshell The Arc’teryx Trino SL $219 is a very breathable and versatile softshell that is at home on trail runs, biking, and touring. The fit and function are superb and the looks are equally at home in the city or in the mountains. The Arc’teryx Trino SL Review The Arc’teryx Trino SL
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Arcteryx Beta AR – New and Improved Gore-Tex Pro Shell The new Arcteryx Beta AR features the newest version of Gore-Tex Pro shell Most Rugged. This is an update to the previous Gore-Tex Pro Shell in a lot of ways! The Arcteryx Beta AR has been a top-of-the-line WPB jacket for quite a while. So, how do you improve
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Ibex Journey Short Sleeve Crew Shirt Andrew Piotrowski The summertime heat in Southern Maryland can really where you down. Even water-based sports such as SUP or Kayaking can become a real slog as the brutal humidity and unrelenting sun drain your battery. My typical cooling strategy on longer SUP tours is usually to just take a few dips in the
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Ibex 24 Hour Short Sleeve Crew Andrew Piotrowski The Ibex 24 Hour Short Sleeve Crew is a performance shirt designed to be used for a variety of uses. This could range from a standard day at the office to a long day running in the mountains. 24 Hour Short Sleeve Crew Ibex 24 Hour Short Sleeve Crew review My brother
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Kora Neema – Coolmax and Yak Wool Kate Agathon Kora’s newest collection of base layers, the Neema, is ideal for summer multi-day adventures. I tried out the women’s Kora Neema short sleeve crew (MSRP $90) and primarily wore it cycling. Constructed from newly created Hima-Layer Neema fabric, the lighter weight shirt is made from a complex blend of
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