Ever wish you could have a dress as breathable and airy as an ultra light tech tee? Fortunately, your wishes have been answered by GoLite. New for this summer, GoLite released the sporty-yet fashionable Cayambe Reversible Travel Dress. The Cayambe weighs a mere 6.3 ounces and is constructed from GoLite’s DryMove Light fabric which is [...]
The I/O Bio Signature Sleeveless hoodie combines function with fashion. I tested the hoodie on a run, while lifting at the gym and for a couple hours of errand running around town. The amount of compliments I received while doing errands was continuous. While grocery shopping, sorting the recycling, and standing in line at the [...]
Patagonia’s Merino II Dress has been on camping trips, to family gatherings, neighborhood bbq’s, and packed in a backpack for multiple airline trips. As Patagonia says, this dress is soft, comfortable, and ready for anything. So far, I couldn’t agree more. The Merino II has a recycled polyester core made from soda bottles. The remainder [...]
Merrell says, “Why pack more?” After testing out the Lenaia by Merrell, we couldn’t agree more. The Lenaia is an incredibly lightweight wonder that can fit in most gals’ purses but can provide up to 7 different options to keep your lower half covered. The Lenaia starts off as a pair of pants which can [...]
When it comes to a button down hiking shirts, I typically don’t wear or like them because they fit sloppily and I feel like I am dressed much older than I really am. Fortunately, The North Face has addressed these problems and has a new top for this spring, the Stretch Boulder Molly. The Boulder [...]
Cushe (pronounced koosh-ee) is a UK lifestyle shoe brand established in 2004. Cushe states that they create footwear for dynamic, unique individuals with an appetite for adventure but who know how to chill with the best of them. Cushe loves the small details and it shows in the construction and materials of the Baja Chill. [...]
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 [...]
Sometimes you run across a piece of gear that you can’t stop talking about to your friends and anyone else that will listen (gear shop junkies included). We’ve been testing the OR Rumor Hoody for the past couple of months and are happy to report back that it might be simple in concept, but it’s a piece [...]
Good for all sports is how I would best describe the All Weather Capri. I have worn the capris for everything from weight lifting to running and even indoor climbing. The polyester knit and spandex fabric makes these capris stretchable for multiple use and didn’t ride up when climbing with a harness on. The capris hit [...]
We’re heading into the warmer months and prAna has come out with the Miles Corduroy short to keep you in style and comfort whether your out in the mountains, the beach, or just hanging with friends. This short is primarily a casual short, but if you want are a multi-tasker, this short is an excellent choice as [...]
We all love our sun, but we also know that too much of a good thing can cause severe health problems in the future. Fortunately, Columbia has incorporated their Omni-Shade technology into a cute hoodie for women. The Shore Thing Hoodie is a light knit top that was designed to protect your head, neck, torso, [...]
You might not be able to eat your cake and eat it too, but with the Merrell Cambrillo, you can have your hike and your microbrew too. It doesn’t get much better for us outdoorsy guys than going for a good hike and then heading back into town and throwing down a few wings and [...]
This spring we have noticed a trend, the reemergence of pastels and the incorporation of super soft fabrics into casual and active apparel for women. Marmot has combined both features into the Plush Jacket, one of their latest additions to the Spring 2010 line. The Plush Jacket has a snuggly soft-brushed fleece outer. The inner [...]
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 [...]
Many times, outdoorsy guys, myself included, don’t care to buy or wear a pair of $200 jeans whether in the great outdoors or out on the town. The prAna Axiom jeans, fortunately, do not carry a $200 price tag, but it is pretty hard to tell the difference between designer jeans and the prAna Axiom [...]
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 [...]
This spring, prAna continues to bring out functional casual and active pieces to match your needs in your busy and active lives. Here are a few of our favorites. The Harlow Dress is made from 100% organic cotton and it is the softest sundress we have felt yet. The Harlow is a simple piece that [...]
This spring, prAna continues to bring out functional casual and active pieces to match your needs in your busy and active lives. Here are a few of our favorites. The Olivia Pant is a super comfortable pant to wear out on a short hike with the dogs or around town while doing errands. The Olivia [...]
Merrell’s Abie long sleeve top is a fashionable piece that is perfect for travel. The Abie is made of rayon and spandex, which moves with you, is perfect for layering, and remains wrinkle resistant, making it a great top to throw in your carry on for your next weekend get away. The fabric is also [...]
MK’s Cottonwood Cords are a comfortable and fashionable option for casual winter wear. The Cottonwood Cords are stretchy and really move with you thanks to a lycra and cotton blend. We wore these pants on frigid morning walks with the dog, around town while doing errands, shoveling snow, and on a short hike. No [...]
Looking for a base layer that not only performs like an all-star, but also makes you look like an all-star? Look no further, the Dakine Throttle Crew is here for the rescue. True to Dakine’s stylish flair, the Throttle Crew is one of the best looking base layers we’ve tested out this season. Often times [...]
Packing for a trip in the winter or fall can be tough. You don’t want to bring lots of bulky items, but staying warm when checking out tourist sites can make or break your day. Thankfully, Polarmax has developed the Travel Weight pant and crew to meet these needs. The Travel Weight pant and crew [...]
The Big Sky jacket by Merrell is the perfect blend between performance and style. If you’ve read any of our past reviews, you will know that we are big fans of gear that meets your performance and style needs. The Merrell Big Sky jacket was tested in temperatures between -5 to 50 F. We were [...]
