Cotopaxi is an active volcano in Ecuador. It is also the name of an outdoor apparel company that makes dope items. Cotopaxi was founded with inspiration from the mountain, the trails around it, and a passion for creating durable gear as ethically and sustainably as possible, while giving back to communities in need. Perhaps you’ve noticed their super bright, multi-colored jackets around town and on the trails. Cotopaxi has quickly become known as the bright stripe…
We have been reviewing gear from Cascada for a little over a year now. This Italian brand is steadily growing and has a line of running and outdoor gear that fit in super well in the Pacific Northwest. More about Cascada: We design our products in Trentino (North Italy), using them daily in our adventures among lakes, woods and mountains, getting inspired by the environment that surrounds us. We create versatile and usable solutions for…
We recently embarked on a journey of style and functionality with Roark, the epitome of adventure-inspired fashion. Renowned for crafting apparel that seamlessly merges form and function, Roark is always creating new chapters in running gear innovation. We dove into the world of the Bless Up Trail Shirt and the El Morro Fleece Hoodie, where performance meets sophistication, and are coming up for air to talk about them. Read more reviews about Roark here! The…
In my younger years, taking no days off was a constant push for me. I wanted to be that athlete who always put running at the very top of my to do list – regardless of what the day had in store for me. As we know, there are a ton of awesome people out there who are successfully taking part of running streaks and have made it a part of their lives – and…
HOKA has made a huge name for themselves in the running community, and now that they’ve conquered the shoe game, they are really showing their teeth in the gear department too. The Cold Snap Jacket would be a great Fall wardrobe pick, (or for Winter if you tend to run a bit hot.) This jacket is relatively thin but it’s actually nice and cozy! Read all our reviews on HOKA here! Looks: I received the…
To update the quote from the great Jane Austen: “It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a runner in the Pacific Northwest, must be in want of a rain jacket.” And as a runner in Oregon, I am always on the search. So, I was thrilled at the chance to try out Outdoor Research’s new Aspire Super Stretch Jacket. First off, the coverage is impressive. Despite its feather-light feel, this jacket stands up admirably against…
If you’re up before the sun most days like we are, there are two things that are completely essential if you’re going to be running outside – lights and reflective clothing. We are thrilled to be trying out reflective vests from a Belgium company called GoFluo. We recently checked out the following items: Scarlett Darkjoy Looks The uniqueness of these vests extend beyond just their name; they permeate their very appearances. In a realm where…
First things first, Roark has done it again with the running shorts. It’s that simple. We have been trying out Roark gear for the past few years and have tried out pretty much all their different shorts. They always provide stunning and unique visuals – the kind of gear that’ll make you want to hit the miles just to show it off. The Baja Shorts are a new release, and we love them. Read all…
The Deviator Collection from Outdoor Research is the perfect PNW winter combination. With the cozy Deviator Hoodie, Wind Leggings, and Gloves I am prepared to take on the weather without the usual sense of dread. The first thing I tried on when I received my collection was the Deviator Hoodie. It looks different than most hoodies/jackets in that it has an interesting lining; a soft, fuzzy, bright yellow, almost seersucker-looking bit of coziness. My first…
We recently checked came across PRESSIO, an apparel company new to us, but one that lines up nicely in the running space here in the PNW. PRESSIO has a goal to redefine athletic apparel with sustainability in mind. We recently were sent their Men’s Elite Short Sleeve Top to review. The Company: PRESSIO isn’t just a relative newcomer in the athletic apparel scene; they’re seeking to be a trailblazer committed to preserving the earth for…
