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The Oros Orion Parka ($350) is a waterproof, cold-weather parka made with “NASA inspired” insulation. For months its Facebook ad followed me everywhere, on every hallowed page I actively follow,…

Wool and cotton are my preferred fibers (over polyesters and nylons) because they’re biodegradable and not oil-dependent. But once in a while, a synthetic piece like the Patagonia Dusty Mesa…

We’re down to two days before Christmas, and there are probably several out there who wait until the absolute last minute to do their dreaded Christmas shopping. For those of…

Do you have an adventurer in your life that has a never-ending stash of outdoor gear? You probably think they can’t possibly need anything else, or you might be out…

While sports and outdoor companies have been putting more effort into reaching women and developing products designed specifically for women, there is still a long runway to gender equality in…

With the angst and problems in the world today, we’re unlikely to think of fashion as a solution or a problem. But the textile industry is the second greatest polluter…

The Fjällräven Keb Trouser ($225) is like the Mercedes G550 W4 of the hiking pant genre: An iconic, classic workhorse with the standard features that get the job done. The first…

The only upside I can think of to fall and winter are snugly sweaters to keep me warm. Like the new Toad & Co Merino Merritt Hoodie ($199). It’s made of 100…

There are very few women founded, women led, women run brands that reach 15. If you have ever met Nicole DeBoom, the founder and owner, you would see why her…

The Lizard Skins Monitor SL Gel and the Lizard Skins Monitor AM are full fingered mountain bike gloves that come in a wide variety of sizing that range from xx-small…