John Muir referred to the Sierra Nevada as the ‘Range of Light’ and the 400-mile-long phalanx of craggy peaks and awesome landscapes still tugs mightily at the hearts of visionaries, wanderers and those hungry for adventure – or tranquility. It will also put a pounding on even the most durable of hiking boots, which made it the perfect setting to test the new Bridger hiking boot from Oboz.
Hikers are a particularly demanding bunch; the repetitive motion of logging lots of miles over varied terrain means they are perpetually on the hunt for gear that can stand the test of time – and doesn’t cut the corner on performance and durability. Following is our list of top five gift choices for the day-hiking guy and gal on your list that live for a life on the trail.
It’s the eternal holiday dilemma: you want to get great gifts for the outdoor enthusiast in your life, but you can’t afford much beyond homemade cookies and a trail map. Fear not my friend, our annual Stocking Stuffer Gift Guide has got you covered with a list of prime gear gifts. Each rings in at under $60 and is sure to please the outdoor enthusiast in your life.
On days when the mercury goes into hiding, or there’s a nip in the air and you need to travel fast and light, the Thermostatic Jacket from Mountain Hardwear is designed to give you you maximum warmth in a minimalist design.
Too often, our modern lives find us surrounded by pre-fab, unimaginative, cookie cutter products. In a world where one-size fits all and ‘function’ is a term defined by fleeting moments, we too often forget the beauty and function forged from hand crafted products. No machine can replace skilled artistry, and Helle‘s handcrafted knives represent the highest traditions of quality and craftsmanship. The Helle Lappland is no exception.
L.L. Bean designed the Men’s TriZone Pant for maximum mobility and breathability during quick alpine scrambles, multi-day treks, and just about every other high-energy, high-aerobic outdoor pursuit you can put your mind, and body too.
This world harbors two powerful and undeniable forces. These forces have shaped dynasties, saved lives and walked the fine line that borders on fantasy and reality. They are the prime movers of outdoors legend. The ethos of epic. They are Ninja’s and Merino Wool; and the team at Airblaster had the brilliant idea of putting the two together forming winters most formidable opponent.
The Sierra Nevada is the mountain range in California. There are many other beautiful ranges in the state, but none come close to the awesome grandeur of the Sierra Nevada. Much in the same way, the Sierra Plus Long Sleeve from Icebreaker might just be the mid-weight layer you’ve been looking for when out getting back to some elemental discoveries about yourself and where you fit into Nature’s grand design. Count it as a mandatory addition for your gear stash.
Versatility, utility, and straight-up power. The Solite 250 from Light and Motion will light your way whether you are pushing through the night to catch a sunrise summit, setting up camp after dark, or pounding the pavement before the rooster crows.
When pursuing your outdoor passions, the only constant is change — changing weather, changing light conditions and changing terrain. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could change your lenses as quick as Mother Nature changes moods? Enter Switch Vision glasses. Constructed on a the first ever magnetic interchange system, these sunglasses are out to ensure that no matter the light conditions, you’ll have optimum clarity and definition.