KEEN makes hiking shoes and closed-toe sandals, right? Well, yea, that and so much more! The company that touts a “Hybrid Life” has exponentially expanded their lineup of footwear to the point that you can wear KEENS for just about any occasion, even to a barefoot wedding. *record scratch* Barefoot wedding? Yes indeedy, so long…
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Bergans of Norway Langli Shirt review
When you’re hiking, climbing or backpacking in the mountains, you need a good, quick-drying, comfortable shirt. And even though the moose don’t care what you look like, you still want to look good too. Bergans of Norway has you covered on both fronts with the Langli Mountain Sports Shirt. I got my hands on one…
WRSI Moment fullface kayaking helmet review
Several weeks ago I managed to break my nose while kayaking in Idaho. I flipped over in the middle of a rapid and conveniently placed my face right in the center of a solid piece of basalt. It was fairly minor as far as broken noses are concerned, but it was enough to convince…
Salomon Discovery Hz Midlayer review
Stretchy! That’s the best and only way to describe the Salomon Discovery Hz Midlayer. I’ll tell you what, midlayers have come a long way in the last decade. Used to be all our only options were flannel shirts and high-pile fleece. So I am thrilled to see ever-more versatile options becoming available, like this performance…
Bergans of Norway Microlight Jacket review
If you haven’t heard of Bergans of Norway, that’s not surprising. This company that makes high-end outdoor gear is, yes, from Norway, but their offerings have been somewhat difficult to find in outdoor stores in the United States. That’s changing. Just last year, Bergans has opened their own wholly-owned subsidiary in Longmont, CO, and has…
Keen Mercer MJ CNX shoe review
When I think of Keen, I imagine burly sandals or hiking boots with those trademark toe-bumpers. While that’s still the company’s bread-and-butter, Keen has also wandered into other realms and dimensions with the CNX collection of styles. The CNX shoes and sandals are lighter weight versions of their classic kicks, like the new Mercer MJ…
Mountain Khakis Equatorial shirt review
Long sleeve outdoor shirts have long looked boring – khaki, tan, and ranger green were the only color choices. Leave it up to Mountain Khakis (a company with khaki in its name no less) to liven things up a bit with their unusually patterned plaid Equatorial long sleeve shirt. I’ve spent a good chunk of…
Osprey Raptor 10 mountain biking pack review
A major key to enjoying a comfortable mountain bike ride is owning a good hydration pack. It needs to be balanced, snug, and have a plethora of pockets to carry all kinds of gear from bike tubes to energy bars to water reservoirs. Unfortunately, most hydration packs are made for a variety of activities –…
RHA MA450i Earphone review
If you’re like me, then you can’t stand to go on a run without your tunes. Hell, some people even bring their music with them skiing, mountain biking and maybe even while naked unicorn riding in the woods. Whatever your persuasion, a quality set of earphones will make or break any outdoor jam sessions. I…
Icebreaker Tech T Lite Shirt review
Merino wool isn’t just for the chilly months of the year. Icebreaker also offers light weight shirts for summer, and they’re giving them away in May. This may sound strange as wool is associated with warmth, and you’d wear it while throwing snowballs, not throwing yourself off jumps while mountain biking. Intrigued, I tested out…