My 3-year-old son hates wearing his ski goggles. So when I take him up to Solitude for some laps on the Link and Moonbeam chairs, I can only get away with putting sunglasses on his little face. But the problem with kid’s sunglasses? They’re cheap. I have numerous doubts as to how well they protect…
Category: Gear Reviews
Utah Outside’s 2018 Gear of the Year
We here at Utah Outside love our gear. That means we are also very picky about the gear we use. Good outdoor gear should be functional, well built, and able to withstand years of abuse. Of course we like gear that just plain looks cool too. With all the gear we test and review over…
Last-minute outdoor holiday gift ideas
Twas the night before Christmas, and you didn’t even start shopping yet. Not to worry! There’s still just enough time to get a little something for the outdoorsy person in your life. Here are a few gift ideas that are relatively cheap, and able to be found at any number of recreation stores right here…
Spy Helm 2 sunglasses review
It seems as though I will never be satisfied with a pair of sunglasses. I’ve reviewed numerous pairs of shades on this site, and while many are PDG (pretty damn good), few reach the upper echelons of true greatness. Utah is one of the sunniest states in the country, and a good pair of shades…
Douchebags Carryall duffle bag review
Did you do a double-take at this article’s title? Believe what your eyes tell you, Douchebags (also known as DB Equipment) is a company that makes luggage of every shape and size. I have been testing their Carryall duffle in the 40 liter size for several months now, and aside from the name, I have…
Utah Outside’s 2018 Holiday Gift Guide
Don’t wait until the last minute to buy the outdoorsy person in your life that perfect gift. Whether they be a skier, snowboarder, hiker, mountain biker, rock climber, or just a casual get outsider, there’s a perfect gift for everyone. In this, Utah Outside’s 2018 Holiday Gift Guide, we’ve curated some of our favorite gear…
My Trail 800 Fill Ultralight Down Jacket review
Remember GoLite? Remember how they made awesome, lightweight jackets that were functional and well built? Remember how they suddenly went away? Well the founder of GoLite is back with a new company called My Trail Company. And this new iteration is making jackets that are just as good. Jackets like their 800-fill, Ultralight Down Jacket….
GearDryer Freestanding 12 review
Wet gear in the winter is the worst. This is especially true for boots and gloves. Nothing sucks worse than cold fingers and toes, and the key to keeping those digits warm is by keeping them dry. Enter the GearDryer Freestanding 12. GearDryer is a Utah company founded by skiers, for skiers (and any outdoorsy…
Crazy Creek Hex 2.0 Chair review
Most of the gear review articles you’ll read on Utahoutside.com showcase the latest and greatest in outdoor goodies, and for good reason. We all salivate over the newest and techiest gear whether we end up buying it or not. But what about a piece of gear that’s remained largely the same since its introduction? Would…
BioLite Headlamp review
Headlamp technology has changed a ton since I first started using them. They’ve become smaller, and with LED technology, brighter. They’re also much lighter and more comfortable. Frankly I couldn’t imagine how headlamps could get any better. That is until I wore the new BioLite Headlamp. BioLite Headlamp The BioLite Headlamp is wildly different in…