Category: Apparel/Protection

  • Women’s-Specific Avalanche Education Scholarships Return For 2023-2024 Winter Season

    Backcountry Access and the American Avalanche Association are pleased to announce that they are once again coming together to present a scholarship program for female-identifying avalanche professionals. The $1,500 per-candidate scholarships will provide tuition support for women taking their Professional Level 1 or Professional Level 2 Avalanche Courses in the US. The program seeks to further the representation of women…

  • Ibex 2023 Gift Guide

    Wool Aire Hoodie The Ibex Wool Aire Hoodie is an innovative ultralight puffy filled with proprietary Merino Wool insulation and encased in a Bluesign-certified wind/water resistant shell. Versatile as a mid/outer layer, it’s lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking with an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio. The wind and water-resistant face fabric is completely PFC-free, with Bluesign Certified materials,…

  • Paka wins ISPO award with new Apu Parka

    The Apu Parka’s proprietary PAKAFILL insulation made the jacket a standout. Paka, the leading innovator in alpaca apparel, is thrilled to announce that their Apu Parka, the warmest ethically-insulated jacket on the market, won the ISPO award, the most prestigious international award in the outdoor industry. The Parka’s alpaca-based PAKAFILL® insulation – a sustainable, traceable,…

  • Mavic DEEMAX MIPS Helmet

    The Mavic DEEMAX MIPS helmet is designed for mountain bikers looking to confidently push their limits on all types of trails and terrain. By providing extensive protection via MIPS technology and a shell design that protects the temples and back of the head, Mavic’s Deemax MIPS exceeds rider expectations at every turn.   Thanks to…

  • SMITH Optics 2023 Gift Guide

    We compiled a Smith Gift Guide for the season from a slew of gear we tested this past year. At the end of the post, we included some snow holiday gift ideas that Smith has suggested. Method Mips Helmet The SMITH Method helmet features a low profile and clean-styled in-mold construction that fuses the exterior…

  • TEKDAPTERS Alpine Ski Binding Touring Adapters

    Through the incredible versatility of a ski touring adapter, the Daymaker Touring TEKDAPTERS system enables a user to utilize pin-tech ski touring efficiency on the uphill with the safety & performance of DIN-certified alpine bindings on the way down. The all-new Tekdapters step directly in and out of any alpine binding, instantly transforming them into…

  • PEARL iZUMi 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

    Expedition Alpha Jacket The Expedition Alpha takes the top step in delivering dynamic, thermoregulating protection against cold on the bike. Quilted panels of Polartec Alpha Direct provide targeted insulation in the areas where riders feel the coldest: the shoulders, chest, and upper arms. DWR-treated windproof ripstop composes the jacket’s exterior, and the insulation-free back and…

  • Xero Shoes 2023 Big Winter Holiday Sale and Gift Guide

    It’s their 14th anniversary, and they’re celebrating with a BIG SALE just in time for the holidays. Save up to 70% off on all Xero Shoes now through Nov. 28th. We expect to sell out of some colors, sizes, and even styles, so don’t wait to get the Xero Shoes you want. We tested a…

  • Winter Cycling Gear from BOA, Polartec, Smith

    As the weather is turning in many parts of the country, here is some of the latest cycling gear from BOA, Polartec, and Smith to get you through the cold months. A few product highlights are outlined below, including BOA-powered winter cycling shoes from 45NRTH and Shimano, Polartec’s technical performance fabrics in apparel from Santini…

  • Swiftwick Launches NEW Vision Holiday Socks

    Swiftwick is launching its new Vision Holiday design on November 6th. This sock features fun holiday artwork that’s perfect for gifting your fitness friends who love to run and bike. Click here to purchase the Vision Raptor Rock Sock. For Black Friday / Cyber Monday, Swiftwick is running a 25% Off Sitewide Deal (11/21 –…

  • RAB Phantom Waterproof Pull-On Jacket Review

    The RAB Phantom Waterproof Pull-On Jacket shell uses waterproof 2.5-layer construction, with taped seams and lightweight 7D Pertex Shield 2.5L fabric. To reduce bulk and simplify the design, it has no pockets, a low-volume elasticated hood, half micro elasticated hem and cuffs, and a half-length zip. These features still deliver effective weather protection without excessive…

  • Ibex Wool Aire Hoodie Review

    The Ibex Wool Aire Hoodie is an innovative ultralight puffy filled with proprietary Merino Wool insulation and encased in a Bluesign-certified wind/water resistant shell. Versatile as a mid/outer layer, it’s lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking with an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio. The wind and water-resistant face fabric is completely PFC-free, with Bluesign Certified materials, Oeko-tex Certified dyes,…

  • SMITH Optics New Flow State and Athletic Snow Goggle Collections

    Snow is falling, lifts are running, and it’s time to hit the slopes! Ski and snowboard in style this season with new collections from SMITH Optics. Flow State Collection The Smith Flow State Collection celebrates the moments we all seek on our favorite form of frozen waves when everything is tuned out, the concept of…

  • Gordini Fall/Winter 2023/2024 Gloves, Mitts, and Socks

    Gordini, a leader in cold weather innovation since 1956, introduces the Forge heated gloves with clim8 technology for Fall/Winter 2023/24. Clim8 heat technology monitors and warms the hands like a thermostat, automatically turning heat on and off according to the user’s needs and body temperature. The brand will also expand its Thindown gloves collection, add…

  • PEARL iZUMi Cycling Apparel for Harsh Weather Conditions

    Conditions may change, but your riding doesn’t have to. With technical fabrics, versatile layers, and smart designs, PEARL iZUMi helps riders adapt to whatever mother nature throws their way. PRO Neoshell WxB Jacket The Men’s PRO Neoshell® WxB Jacket is available in both road ($325) and mountain bike ($375) styles. The jacket’s advanced membrane construction…

  • FOX RACING Adds XC / Gravel Helmet To Lineup

    The Crossframe Pro is Fox’s first visorless design October 19, 2023 – Irvine, CA – Fox Racing, the global leader in motocross and mountain bike safety equipment and apparel, is expanding its helmet line with the addition of the Crossframe Pro. Incorporating numerous premium features and technology partners, the visorless helmet is designed for endurance…