While involved in almost any activity, us guys often sweat and heat up. For years, we have worn shirts and shorts with moisture wicking material while wearing boxers, boxer briefs, or tighty whities that are made out of cotton. In the last couple of years, moisture wicking underwear has really started to gain some traction [...]
My wife said it was soft and made her want to cuddle. ‘Nuff said. The Torreon Long Sleeve shirt is a new piece from Merrell with raglan sleeves, yarn-dyed stripes, and a super luxurious fabric thats right at home on the trail, out for cocktails, or at home on a snow day. The Opti-Wick™ fabric [...]
Barefoot running has taken off in recent years and with that, more products have come to market. Along with that, shoes are getting more specialized- think trail versus road barefoot shoes. Outdoor footwear innovator Merrell has brought to market several versions of barefoot style shoes, among them are the Barefoot Water Current Glove. Designed [...]
Finding a good boxer brief isn’t always the easiest thing to do for men. For us active men, we typically want something that will keep us secure while keeping us dry. When I first heard that I was getting a pair of boxers that were cotton and they were going to keep me dry, I [...]
The Exofficio Give-N-Go® line has been a hit for outdoor enthusiasts and jet-setters alike for its light-weight performance and low maintenance. I recently tried out the Give-N-Go® Short-Sleeve Tee and was happy with the experience. I wore the shirt both as an undershirt and on a trip to the gym, and it worked great for each. The shirt fit well, [...]
As someone who is always out running, hiking, biking, skiing, snowshoeing, etc, having a good pair of boxers is important to me. I’ve been testing the tasc boxer briefs out over the past few months to see how they hold up in all my activities. This boxer brief is made out of 55% organic cotton [...]
As we are approaching the fall season and the temperatures are starting to drop a bit for those early morning workouts, a versatile long sleeve shirt is essential to maintain an optimal core temperature. I had the pleasure of trying out the Helly Hansen Pace LS 1/2 Zip which is one of the most comfortable technical [...]
A few months ago, I decided that I would test my manhood and try out a pair of Patagonia man-pri’s. Now I understand that capri’s are generally for women, but from time to time I would see men wearing these pants/shorts combo and I wanted to see what it was all about. When I first [...]
As Hoodies are all the rage these days, it was only time until outdoor companies like Redington came out with a tech fabric version of a hoody that’s not fleece. When I first talked with Redington about reviewing some of their products, I was a little hesitant because I’m not a fly fisherman. While Redington [...]
The ever popular Zion Stretch pants has an offspring this year and its name is… drum roll… Stretch Zion Convertible Pant. I’ve had a pair of the old Stretch Zion Pants and they have gotten to the point where I have clothes pins holding the pants together because I have worn them so much and [...]
First ascent is the branch of Eddie Bauer that’s built for maximum performance. The line up has outerwear for every need, whether it’s undertaking your first Badwater marathon, or scaling the highest peak in North America. Granted, I put the Mistral through neither of these activities, but I did take it up the side of [...]
Now that summer is here and the temps are heating up, the ability of technical clothing to help you stay cool and dry is more important than ever. The Helly Hansen Pace SS T-shirt is one of the most versatile technical tees that I’ve worn in warm weather. It uses the Lifa® Stay Dry Technology [...]
With summer in full swing and temperatures hitting 80-100 degrees Fahrenheit in many parts of the country, it’s time to start shedding some of those warmer layers and keep up with the in-crowd. I recently took my honeymoon from Northern California to the Northwest of USA and decided since I would be ocean side for [...]
Looking for a short that can do just about anything this summer? I’ve been testing out the Pearl Izumi Phase Multi-Sport Short over the past few months for long runs, short runs, hikes, working out at the gym, and throwing the Frisbee at the park. Now these shorts aren’t your typical running short for they are a [...]
When heading out for a hike or long run, I like to stash either an insulated layer or windproof layer into my hydration pack or daypack in case the weather takes a turn for the worse. For this spring, one of my new go-to jackets is the Outdoor Research Vigor Jacket which has been great [...]
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 [...]
If you love Arc’teryx and can’t wait to get the latest and greatest from this top notch brand, we would like to introduce the Motus Crew to you. Now I am not going to go as far as saying this shirt is the best thing since sliced bread, but it is one of the better [...]
As The North Face Zephyrus Pullover has been a go-to piece of gear for me on many occasions, I feel I must share my thoughts on this piece. The Zephyrus pullover is a windproof Primoloft insulated jacket that is perfect for activities such as hiking, climbing, cold weather adventures, skiing, and camping. What makes this [...]
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 [...]
For those of us that love to get into the outdoors and also love their gear, some outsiders might call us addicts. We need to have the wicking shorts, pants, long sleeve shirts, short sleeve shirts, socks, shoes, and the list goes on. And why do we need all this gear outsiders might ask, well [...]
As old man winter continues to frequent our doorsteps, having the right winter gear continues to be important for our day to day activities as well as our outdoor adventures. I’ve been testing out the Smartwool TML Light SportKnit sweater over the past few months in both active and casual settings. The look of the [...]
Eddie Bauer has a long and impressive heritage of equipping some famous expeditions but has lost a lot of its prestige over the last decade. With the 2009 introduction of the First Ascent line, I believe they have made a phenomenal return to high-quality expedition-ready apparel. They have worked with mountain guides and professionals to [...]
Running in the cold can be a refreshing and eye opening experience, but having the right gear is extremely important. When the temperatures drop and you want to get your run in, sometimes running tights or shorts just don’t cut it to keep the cold out. If you have ever been caught out in the [...]
