It seems like summer only just started, but alas, it’s time to rain on your beach party and talk about the upcoming school year. Don’t worry, though: With most US colleges opening their doors in late August, and public grade schools waiting until after Labor Day, you have plenty of time to stock up for the semester if you haven’t started shopping yet. Continue Reading
Superfeet Footwear: Ready to Wander
Your feet connect you to the world. Whether it’s long walks on the beach, arduous hikes on your favorite trail, or a casual stroll through the town, your feet deserve the best so they can get you through life’s daily journeys. Enter the full line of Superfeet footwear: Comfortable, stylish and ready to wander.
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Gear Guide: 2018 Summer Backpacking Essentials
Your comfort zone is bigger than your cubicle. You were born to get out and explore. But accessing remote and rugged landscapes this summer will require dependable equipment with the grit and gumption necessary to keep you pushing forward and onward.
Celebrating America with American Made Brands
A quick glance at storeroom shelves might lead one to believe that American craftsmanship and ingenuity are dwindling commodities. The truth, however, is that “Made in the USA” is making a big comeback. Both here and abroad “Made in America” still means something special: quality, dependability, ingenuity, reliability—products that feature cutting-edge technologies and innovative styles.
2018 Father’s Day Gift Guide
Picking the right gift for Father’s Day can be a daunting task, and while taking the easy road with a tie or coffee mug is tempting, can we come together and agree to avoid the cliché purchases this year?
For all those games of catch in the backyard and his encouraging (and okay, maybe a little embarrassing) chants from the sidelines, this is your chance to show how much you truly appreciate him. Act quickly and everything on this list can arrive at his door ahead of Father’s Day. Here’s hoping you can be there to watch him unwrap it in person. Continue Reading
Gear Guide: Four Favorite Road Shoes for Summer 2018
It’s road running season friends. That means it’s time to free yourself from long unrelenting hours on the dreadmill and hit the wide open roads outside. With the wind at your back and the right road running shoes on your feet, your warm weather run routines will transcend earthly delights to something straight from the storybooks. Our team put heavy miles this Spring, and narrowed down our list or roadies for four favorites to carry you through your summer miles. Continue Reading
Memorial Day 2018: Adventure Gear Guide
With apologies to the Summer Solstice, Memorial Day Weekend is the official start of Summer. Whether you’re busting out the camping gear, dipping a paddle into swelling snowmelt, or just lounging around the backyard grill, we want to help you make the most of this holiday weekend. Whatever your fancy, we’ve assembled an assortment of some of our favorite gear that will serve you well when your exploring, soaking up some Vitamin D — and maybe even a cocktail or two.
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Gear Guide: Spring 2018 Trail Running
The snow has vanished and your go-to ski-touring terrain has officially yielded back your beloved running paradise. Daylight is extending its reach and wildflowers are lighting up the meadows. Spring in full bloom, and that means it’s time to unchain yourself from the dreadmill and take the road less traveled. To ensure you’ve got a pair of trail kicks that are ready and willing to keep you scrambling with confidence and sticking those muddy landings, we list our favorite trail runners for spring/summer 2018.
2018 Gear Guide: Favorite Spring Run Apparel
On the off chance you’re still one of the critters huddled up holding out for warmer weather – it’s time to peep through those blinds. The world is changing friends and after a long, dark winter, it’s finally time to get back in stride and and crank up your run routine. With the wind at your back and the right gear at your disposal, your Spring run routines will transcend earthly delights to something straight from the storybooks. This late spring, early summer gear guide features the favorite pieces coming across our desks, in addition to some of the mainstays in our run kits.
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L.L. BEAN X PrimaLoft Cross Core
Even the most benign spring days mean frigid mornings, sultry afternoons, and evenings fending off bone cracking cold at camp. It’s a season of riddles requiring layers that can keep you cozy on cross-country rambles, stow neatly for uphill slogs, and be easily accessible for s’mores and stargazing sessions. Ideally, it will also be capable of resisting moisture so a little water won’t thwart your insulation.
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