ProView – Darn Tough Hiking Socks
When I was a kid, like most people, I used to loathe getting socks as a gift. Now as an adult, and lover of all things outdoors, I keep an ever growing quiver of high-quality socks for all occasions. If…
Backpacking and Hiking
ProView – DB The Hugger 20L
For the past three weeks, I have been using Douchebag’s 20L Hugger as my commuting, work, and travel bag. The Hugger is a minimalistic, durable, and stylish take on a small backpack. The Douchebag 20L Hugger is a compelling answer…
ProView – Sierra Designs Women’s Whitney Jacket
I’ve been testing the Sierra Designs Whitney hoodie in a wide range of conditions, from windy/chilly sunset hikes to mountaineering objectives and ski touring. The impressive warmth-to-weight ratio makes this jacket a no-brainer to bring on any excursion with the…
ProView – Sierra Designs Cold Canyon Hoodie
I picked up this jacket to supplement on cold days for rock and ice climbing. The review is based on its use for alpine rock climbs in the PNW. Ice is yet to form in PNW, which is where I…
ProView – Darn Tough Hiking Socks
If you fight fire or ski, you’ve probably heard of Darn Tough. Merino wool socks, made in Vermont, with a lifetime guarantee and the promise of darn toughness. Indeed, I’ve worked and skied with many an outdoor professional who swears…
ProView – Sierra Designs Women’s Tepona Wind Jacket
I love competition. I played competitive soccer my whole life through the D1 collegiate level. After college, I started pursuing individual outdoor sports like mountain biking, rock climbing, and trail running. These sports have allowed me to transition into a…
ProView – Outdoor Research Men’s Helium Down Hoodie
We have all been there: we were a bit too confident about the goals of the day despite the forecast being less than ideal. Inevitably, the sun starts to set, and the snow begins to fall. It is an ethereal…
ProView – Mountain Hardwear Women’s Norse Peak/2 Hoody
Where has this hoody been all my life? The Norse Peak is the perfect combination of comfy hoody, technical fleece, and your favorite fall jacket. I’m a rock climber, and I’m picky about the clothes I wear while climbing.…
ProView – Darn Tough Hunter Socks
I received three pairs of the Darn Tough Hunter socks: the Hunter Over the Calf with Extra Cushion, the Hunter Micro Crew Cushion, and the Hunter Boot Sock Full Cushion. I had a few different options on areas and ranges…
ProView – Mountain Hardwear Men’s Chockstone Hoody
So, you’re packing for your sick climbing trip in the Rockies — it’s Autumn. You’re so excited to be alone in the wilderness, plugging cams and cruising alpine walls. Obviously, cams are anyone’s goto; they’re sleek, and they take less…