Lightweight, designed-for-movement tee  At a Glance Comfort ★★★★★ Moisture Management ★★★★★ Breathability ★★★★★ Packability ★★★★★ Versatility ★★★★★ Who is This For Anyone looking for excellent moisture management for hiking, running, cycling, and other medium- to high-energy activities. Field Testing Scenario 1 Urban hiking | 40°F | Gothenburg, Sweden I’ve been wearing Stio’s Hylas Women’s Crew… Read More »Stio Hylas Women’s Crew LS: Quick-Drying Sun Shirt

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A versatile women’s merino wool legging that works as a base layer for winter sports and a comfortable everyday layer for cold weather At a Glance Comfort ★★★★★ Moisture Management ★★★★★ Breathability ★★★★★ Freedom of Movement ★★★★★ Style ★★★★★ Who is This For Active people who exercise in cold weather and need breathability. Also ideal… Read More »WoolX Stella Leggings Provide Warmth, Breathability, and Everyday Merino Wool Comfort

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Lightweight mid layer in men’s and women’s sizes I’m always happy to reduce bulky mid layers when skiing, but I also need to stay warm. When I first saw Icebreaker’s Merino Blend 300 RealFleece™ Descender Long Sleeve Zip Jacket I wondered if it was too soft, lightweight, and attractive for my skiing and bushwhacking outings… Read More »Icebreaker Merino Blend 300 RealFleece™ Descender Long Sleeve Zip Jacket

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Lightweight, wicking exercise top The Duluth Trading Company’s Alaskan Hard Gear (AKHG) Renew Bamboo ¼ Zip Mock is supposed to be durable, comfortable, and stylish enough to wear around town. I’ve been putting through some tough workouts, and it has performed well. The AKHG Renew Bamboo ¼ Zip Mock is made out to 58% rayon… Read More »Duluth Trading Company’s Men’s AKHG Renew Bamboo ¼ Zip Mock

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Warm, breathable all-purpose lightweight merino jacket. My open water swimming gear (including two wetsuits and lots of neoprene accessories) takes up most of the room in my large suitcase, so I have to make smart clothing choices when I pack for a month-long trip spanning two or three seasons. Every garment must work for multiple… Read More »Minus 33 Mid-Weight Full-Zip Hoody

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Lightweight windbreaker vest. I was looking for a way to add a bit of warmth to my fall activities without adding weight and bulk, and found that Stio’s Dawner Vest provides everything I need for cool and cold outdoor activities. Warm, Breathable The Stio Dawner Vest is available in women’s and men’s styles. I started… Read More »Stio Dawner Vest

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Comfy, moisture-wicking toe socks for summer. Now that summer is here I’m keen to wear socks that wick well in hot weather. I’m always looking for supportive, padded socks that are durable and don’t create hot spots. Injinji has several styles that have worked well for me in over a month of Eastern Sierra trail… Read More »Injinji Crew and Mini Crew Socks 

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Lightweight supportive socks Protective, Supportive I’ve been wearing Swiftwick’s Aspire 5 Crew Sock for long walks, short hikes, and bike rides lately, and I’m really enjoying them. I like the crew style because it’s so effective at preventing things like dirt and tiny stones from getting into the sock and because it allows me to… Read More »Swiftwick Aspire 5 Crew Sock Review

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All-purpose base layer made of recycled nylon. Durable, Dry  I seem to have two speeds when I’m outdoors: not moving at all or clipping along at a brisk pace. Cotopaxi’s Debajo Seamless Baselayer Crew has me covered for both types of outings.  One of my favorite stationary winter activities is fishing for squid at night.… Read More »Cotopaxi Debajo Seamless Baselayer Crew Review

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Midweight base layer made out of recycled nylon Warm, Wicking Layer I always remember to wear base layer tops for my outdoor winter activities, but I have a bad habit of heading out wearing only a pair of hiking pants or track pants. Then my thighs burn from the cold. Well, not anymore. Enter Cotopaxi’s… Read More »Cotopaxi Debajo Seamless Baselayer Tight Review

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