Outdoor Gear Writing
Backcountry + Dakine | Benchetler Grateful Dead Gore-Tex Mitten Product Copy
Rail jams? Jam bands? These gloves love 'em just the same. When you're truckin' off on your next pow-hunting adventure there are no better gloves to have in tow. Durable, waterproof, and oh-so-warm, they'll weather any storm and keep your hands happier than a hippie.
Warm and durable gloves for long seasons on the mountain
Gore-Tex insert shuts out moisture on all-time pow days
PrimaLoft insulation offers low-bulk warmth in any conditions
Soft wool lining brings an added dimension of comfort and warmth
Durable leather construction is tough enough for dedicated riders
Gore Grip technology bonds fabric layers for a no-slip grip
Iconic skull logo delivers subtle style and a chilled-out vibe
Outside Online | First Look: Leatherman Premium Fixed-Blade and Folding Knives
“Long admired as the go-to brand for durable, high-quality multitools in the outdoors, Leatherman has a new slate of knives that builds up their reputation by stripping things down. Its new premium fixed-blade and foldable knives are addition by subtraction—dedicated offerings for those who need the singular performance of a purpose-built outdoor knife.
The five knives in the collection include three fixed-blade knives—Rustle, Pioneer, and Trac—and two folding knives, the Glider and Blazer. All knives are fully customizable and made in the USA with MagnaCut® stainless steel to deliver durability, edge retention, and corrosion resistance. Each knife was created with a different type of outdoor enthusiast in mind.”
Turtle Fur | Ocean Ragg Wool Harbour Town Beanie Product Copy
Backcountry | Holiday Gift Guide
Turtle Fur | Carefree Merino Wool Pipe Dream Product Copy
Whether you’re battling coastal breezes or chilly mountain gusts, this beanie is up to the task. Now made with polyester from recycled ocean plastic.
The Harbour Town beanie (pronounced “Hah-bah,” depending on where the harbour is) has the steady warmth you need for cold winters on land or at sea. Its ragg wool blend offers reliable insulation that breathes well while you work, whether you’re pulling in the day’s catch or just shoveling the driveway. A soft micro fleece lining helps fend off frigid blasts from icy waters and snowy mountaintops alike, and the simple winter style fits in anywhere. And as an added bonus, you can now help keep your local harbour a little bit cleaner with a ragg wool blend that’s made with reclaimed ocean plastic.
Failproof Gift: Backcountry.com Gift Card
Last year it was climbing, this year it’s mountain biking, next year—who knows? They might have a bit of a commitment issue, but that’s just what happens when someone loves being outside as much as they do. For the avid outdoor adventurer who can’t be put in a box, get a gift that can’t be put in a box either. Because grabbing this gift card’s a lot easier than keeping track of their latest passion.
Made for days when the alarm goes off early and you go all day. Warm enough for frigid days but breathable enough for tough adventures, it’s an essential piece for the active winter ahead. Now made with our machine-washable merino wool.
Early morning ski tours and Nordic sessions never knew what they were missing. This performance-minded Pipe Dream keeps you warm and comfortable when you’re working hard in frosty temps. It’s built with our Carefree Merino Wool, which features all the reliable warmth, breathability, moisture management, and quick-dry capabilities that you love about merino but won’t shrink or pill up when you machine wash it. Our Pipe Dream design extends longer than our standard neck warmer for added coverage, and the soft, double-layer build blocks the cold and feels great against your neck and face. Merino wool is also naturally odor-resistant, so it’s a great option for long ski trips or multi-day tours.