Gear Review Archives - Page 2 of 13

Climber’s Air-Permeable Insulation – Arc’teryx Proton LT

October 12, 2018

backcountry, Backpacking, Camping, Clothing, Gear Review, hiking, Outerwear, Ski Gear, Skiing, snowboarding, Soft Goods, splitboarding

Air permeability is the name of the game these days in insulation. With all this innovation, it's tough to know which jacket to buy for each activity. What if you're going out on super-aerobic backcountry tours...

Braven Stryde 360 – Sonic Fun, Just Add Water

Sean Sewell

October 12, 2018

Backpacking, Camping, Everyday, Gear Review

Truth 1 - Bluetooth speakers can be good or bad. Truth 2 - Bad Bluetooth speakers aren't worth the plastic they're made of; Good ones are precious and should be cherished. Truth 3 - The Braven Stryde 360 is a...

Tepui Let Us Borrow a Kukenam Sky – Should You Buy a Roof Top Tent?

Sean Sewell

October 12, 2018

Gear Review, Sleeping Pad, Technology, Tents, waterproof

With the advent of #vanlife and all of the sexy, young Instagrammers out there making us jealous of their wanderings and complete lack of financial responsibilities, it only seems appropriate that we look into ...

Mishmi Takin Garamba Jacket – Maximize Air Exchange

Sean Sewell

October 12, 2018

backcountry, Backpacking, Clothing, Gear Review

Your hard shell has a problem. Waterproof/breathable membranes work only as long as the moisture content inside the jacket is greater than the moisture content outside the jacket. (That's why jackets stop bre...

The Hoka One One Gaviota Converts an Elite Runner

Sean Sewell

October 12, 2018

footwear, Gear Review

Our review of these Hoka One One Gaviota shoes is written by guest contributor, Sarah Pizzo. It's part of a two-part review of Hoka One One's shoes. The first is the opinion of an experienced runner. The sec...

Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 – Collaboration Sounds Good

Sean Sewell

October 12, 2018

Everyday, Fitness, Gear Review

Massdrop is one of our favorite group buy sites. Not only do they tend to offer good deals on good gear, but they also leverage their community to figure out what people really want. Then they collaborate wit...

Cotopaxi Capitan Fleece Pullover – Classic Warmth, Cotopaxi-Style

Sean Sewell

October 12, 2018

Backpacking, Clothing, Gear Review, hiking

The pullover fleece; is there anything more classic? The simple piece can go from office to trail to campsite to...you get the picture. For the longest time, a certain manufacturer has held a near monopoly on...

Duer Performance Denim Relaxed – Jeans that stretch more than your sweatpants

Sean Sewell

October 12, 2018

Everyday, Gear Review, Soft Goods

I am not a jean person. I live in active pants or shorts. My wife hates this. I have yet to find a pair of jeans that I will wear, without cussing about the lack of freedom and movement. Enter Duer jeans. ...

SPY Optics Sundowner: Affordable, Indestructible Adventure Eyewear

Sean Sewell

October 12, 2018

Backpacking, Clothing, Everyday, Gear Review, Optics

Good eyewear designed for outdoor recreation by sport and motor enthusiasts doesn’t need to cost a fortune. Retailing for $65, the SPY Optics Sundowner sunglasses are a steal. Part of the Refresh...

SPY OPTICS Hi-Fi: Affordable Multi-Use Function Eyewear

Sean Sewell

October 12, 2018

Backpacking, Camping, Clothing, Everyday, Gear Review, Optics

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I have been long overdue for some multi-use sunglasses. You know, that pair. The ones that will take you from branches in the city to camping in the mountains. The pair that looks equally great unde...