With winter in full swing and lots of people heading to the slopes, I hope to bring you this jacket review just in time to help your ski jacket purchase decision. Over the past few months, I’ve been testing out the Mountain Hardwear Vertical Peak Jacket while skiing at Breckenridge, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin. The [...]
You expect superior quality and cutting edge technology when you think of Mountain Hardwear products. So you are probably confused to read that this review is of a dress, yes a dress! Not only any dress, the Loess dress which is ready to handle just about any occasion: and look great right out of your [...]
With running short season is full bloom for many of us runners, it’s time to do a check and see how your old running shorts are holding up from the years past. If you think you might want to add a new pair to your lineup, it’s worth taking a look at the Mountain Hardwear [...]
Not knowing how the weather will act in Colorado can be a difficult challenge when deciding on layers for going out. If you wear your down jacket you might be too hot, and a fleece might not be enough warmth. That’s where the Mountain Hardwear Lado jacket comes in. The Lado Jacket packs a lot [...]
The Outdoor Retailer Winter Market gave us a chance to check out what is new and different for Fall 2011. Mountain Hardwear created a lot of buzz with the launch of their newest waterproof-breathable technical fabric, DryQ. MH’s DryQ will be available in 3 sport specific designs: active, elite, and core. DryQ Elite will be [...]
The Obsidian Jacket is Mountain Hardwear’s answer to the technical backcountry shell. The jacket is highly breathable and waterproof, making it a great outer piece in inclement weather. It is also cut with room for adding layers underneath, which is essential for any shell. I tested the jacket as both a ski shell and a [...]
When buying insulated jackets I have always thought the puffier the better. So naturally when I got my hands on Mountain Hardwear’s Lunetta Jacket I was more than skeptical. However, thanks to the Thermic Micro insulation I no longer have to walk around looking like the Michelin Man to stay warm. In fact for 15 [...]
Mountain Hardwear bills the Pyxis jacket as a lightweight fleece jacket that flatters the body with feminine lines and athletic fit. True, but the Pyxis is so much more! On brisk fall days it acts as the perfect stand alone jacket, and when the temperature starts to drop just throw a shell over it and [...]
Finding a good pair of waterproof-breathable ski pants can be a difficult task for many women, including myself. Thankfully, the gals at Mountain Hardwear gave me a chance to test out their updated Women’s Synchro Pant and made my job a tad easier. In this review, I hope to give you all the information to [...]
As the temperatures and the snow has started to fall, the Mountain Hardwear Hydra Glove has come to save your hands and fingers from the cold and the wet. With an Outdry liner, these gloves are sure to keep out water and moisture, keeping your hands from getting damp, wet, and cold. Outdry is a [...]
If you loved your Mountain Hardwear Phantom jacket, you are going to love the Nitrous Jacket. The Nitrous Jacket, available for men and women, packs the same amount of great warmth as my ‘ole favorite, but weighs even less and packs down even smaller. Plus, the Nitrous has some style to it with a subtle [...]
Brands: Mountain Hardwear
Do you like to venture out into the great outdoors in winter but hate to be cold when sleeping? Being cold while sleeping equates to absolute misery and thoughts of nothing other than a warm bed and a hot cup of tea. Thankfully, Mountain Hardwear offers up a solution to this quandary, the Phantom 0 [...]
This spring I had the opportunity to test 2 jackets that utilized the latest and greatest fabric technology, GORE-TEX® Paclite®. So what is GORE-TEX® Paclite®? Well, simply put it is a fully waterproof and breathable 3-layer fabric that weighs 15% less than other 3 layer constructions. Products featuring Paclite® are designed to endure extreme wet [...]
The Munday’s Best khaki pant by Mountain Hardwear makes an attractive, versatile addition to one’s wardrobe, no matter what your activity level. These light weight pants are constructed of 97% nylon (3% elastane), allowing for excellent wicking and ventilation for more ardent activities. These pants are equally fit for relaxing in. They have become one [...]
Are you looking for a casual top that not only looks great, but can also adapt to the ever-changing spring weather conditions? The Potala Long Sleeve Shirt by Mountain Hardwear truly fits the bill. The Potala is a new piece within the mountain lifestyle line and is recommended for around town use. The Potala is [...]
If you are looking for a comfortable, stylish, and versatile shirt for hiking, traveling, or chilling out enjoying your favorite micro brew, the Mountain Hardwear Quincy Plaid shirt may be the choice for you. This shirt fits great and has a subtle print design on the shoulder and back, which gives it more style than [...]
If you are looking for what will be your single most versatile layer, look no further. The Mountain Hardwear Passage Tech Zip T is an excellent single to second layer. As a single layer, the shirt fits great and is extremely comfortable. It provides an excellent form fit through the upper body, while draping a [...]
The Mountain Hardwear Fluid 10 is the perfect pack for those looking for a good all around 1-6 hour activity pack. We tested this pack during mid distance trail runs, 10-15 mile hikes, road rides on the bike, and tooling around town. Weighing in at 1 lb. 4 oz., the Fluid 10 allows for plenty [...]
For those of you that are familiar with goose down fill, you know that it is extremely warm, lightweight, and soft against the skin. The problem with down is when it gets wet, the warmth factor goes way down. This problem has been solved by Mountain Hardwear with the release of the Synchronicity jacket which is [...]
Looking for a fleece that not only looks great, but is a top performer? We’ve tested the Mountain Hardwear Super Power Hoody for a good length of time and we found this to be one of our most versatile pieces of gear. We first tested the hoody while skiing and snowshoeing and hands down, this [...]
The Mountain Hardwear Paladin is the bombproof backpack for commuting, hiking, and everyday use. This bag is made of a highly waterproof material that cannot be penetrated. We tested it out in pouring rain storms while commuting with our laptops and we were extremely happy to say there was not a drop of wetness. Aside [...]
The Pacer Skort was a fun alternative to running and hiking shorts. The skort is made of Adrenaline Point Check technology that results in a lightweight, quick drying shell. The lining is a boy short with a 3” inseam and integrated internal key pocket. The lining provides moisture and odor control, while hugging your legs [...]
