This pack is a fantastic, adaptable hybrid between a rolling suitcase and a travel specific pack - with all the bells and whistles to bring all your gear. It’s for both the casual weekender, gear junkie, or the business traveler,…
The brand new Teca Calido Hooded jacket from Cotopaxi dresses its wearer to impress. Its style and color will get you noticed from across the room or across the glacier; its insulation will keep you toasty warm whether you’re headed…
When I pulled this jacket out of the box, I was excited to see the retro-inspired styling and colors that Cotopaxi is known for. It didn’t take me long to realize that the Teca Calido is reversible! Something that not…
In my line of work as a climbing guide, having layers that are multipurpose is a must. Cotopaxi’s Lagunas Jacket is an all-season workhorse that still has a sensible crag-to-bar style. Winter is in full swing here in Colorado where…
I took the Women’s Exposure 2 Gore-Tex Paclite Plus on several adventures since I have had it. The weather has been a bit wild in Massachusetts over the past month and this shell has been there for me through rainy,…
When I “unboxed” the Cragger/2 Hoody I was immediately psyched. The fabric is soft and comfortable with some added durability around the high wear zones, and it’s just the right thickness to wear all day. I either wear it under…
Being kind to your feet is not only good for you, but your friends will appreciate it too. Climbers and hikers alike know how awful cotton socks make your feet feel and smell, so the only true solution is wool…
I haven’t done anything “epic” in the jacket yet. I haven’t bagged any new peaks, climbed any hard routes, or adventured to far off places. But this jacket is epic. Simply put I have been living in it non-stop since…
With the plethora of tents available out there, it can be a bit daunting picking one that is right for you. While I can’t help you narrow down those choices, I can recommend the Exped Outer Space II Tent if…
One of the greatest yet simplest pleasures I’ve had in my life is putting on new socks for the first time. I sometimes even tuck my new socks away and wait for a special day to wear them for the…