The Monte Hybrid jacket combines insulation with unrestricted movement and a stylish look. It kept me warm on 14er ascents, relaxing at 10,000 feet at camp, and accompanied me to a drive-in movie. It’s warm without being restricting, and stylish,…
While I’ve been playing in whitewater for over 10 years, finding the right dry bag feels a bit like Cinderella trying on glass slippers. I’m looking for the perfect bag for overnight raft trips and casual SUP sessions and I…
Like many outdoor enthusiasts, I enjoy gear…lots and lots of gear. I’m told I have too many backpacks. However, I am always searching for the “swiss army” of backpacks that can perform for me in all locations and occasions. Living…
The Adventure Vesta 5.0 is a bigger capacity running pack designed for longer trail running adventures. With 16.5L of space you can plan and pack safely for an all day (and all night) backcountry adventure. It accompanied me on my…
I brought the Exped Lyra III on a trip with two other people to test its capability as a “basecamp” style tent for climbing peaks. On a trip where I would typically bring a lighter sleeping setup, I wanted to…
As COVID-19 continues to spread globally, rumors and uncertainty spread in the snow sports community. We surveyed 2,200+ outdoor industry professionals to gather insights into trends for this winter season – what we found might surprise you. To say that…
The sight of the open road, a casual yet classic vibe, large sunglasses and some 60’s rock playing in the background… Vanlife, am I right? The idyllic Instagram lifestyle seems so perfect. *screeching tires sound* Let’s back this up and…
When I pulled this jacket out of the box, the first things I noticed were the fun color scheme Cotopaxi is known for and how soft it is. I usually associate down jackets with slippery material and the “swishy” noise…
It is safe to say that life is pretty uncertain and complex right now, and so for me, the appeal of simplicity and confidence has never been higher. At this point, I’m looking for any way that I can streamline…
I’ve had the same sleeping bag since 2014, and while it was once the apple of my eye, I’ve had more field days than I can count in that bad boy, and I’m long overdue for an upgrade. As a…