Unless you’ve run on a treadmill in a windowless dungeon all your life, you’re probably aware that running in the Pacific Northwest can be a soggy proposition. Showers Pass is a local apparel company that faces this fact head on, specializing in waterproof and otherwise weather-resistant garments for cyclists, runners, and other active northwesterners. Recently, I got a chance to test a Men’s Body-Mapped Baselayer Long Sleeve shirt and two types of Crosspoint Waterproof Socks.…
Recently I had the opportunity to test a diversity of products from GORUCK. The company specializes in “Rucking” gear, rugged apparel and backpacks worn in tests of strength and endurance based on military training. GORUCK also sponsors Team Red White and Blue (RWB), whose members you have probably seen carrying American flags at many races. I tested three products from GORUCK, the Rucker backpack, the 5.5” Simple Shorts, and the short sleeve Rucking Tee. The…
Company: Pistol Lake Product: Summerweight Active Tee Price: $50 Description (from website): We created an incredible moisture-wicking lightweight tee, designed to take you on all your summertime adventures- from hiking and backpacking mountains, to running forest trails, and traveling to faraway islands. We’ve updated the pattern from our last short run to traditional shoulder seams, so it’s low-key enough to be your go-to everyday T-shirt with all the performance perks. The fabric is a blend…
Vuori, an athletic apparel company based in Encinitas CA, produces garments with a close relationship to the ocean. Not only are they beach friendly in function and design, but their “Kuma Fabric Technology” contains elements of seaweed, contributing to sustainability and softness. The Vuori Tuvalu Tee I tested is one of the softest shirts I’ve worn. I’m not sure how much of the smooth and light texture is attributable to oceanic plant life, but the…
Recently I got a chance to try out some new running clothes from Santa Barbara, California startup Rabbit. Earlier I reviewed their awesome running shorts, and thanks to some warmer weather and an indoor event, I can finally weigh in on the men’s Rabbit running shirt. As with the shorts, the fabric is terrific: Soft and light, but still sturdy and functional. The fit is perfect, and the workmanship seems to be of very high…
Back in September 2015, we featured Athletes Collective Unbranded Sportswear as part of our Kickstarter of the Week series. Then we revisited this in October 2015 in a revisit of the kickstater campaign and review of their first Kickstarter samples. Now, four months later, Athletes Collective is a fully realized company and is making shirts for the masses. Here is a reminder of the details of the Kickstarter campaign:
Product: Unbranded Sportswear Location: Toronto, Canada Kickstarter End Date: October 10, 2015 Current Pledge: $2,809 of $22,733 Website: http://www.athletescollective.com/ The running community is full of a bunch of great gear. Runners are often committed to the brands they sport and swear by them. Even us here at Run Oregon have our favorites (though we are always on the prowl for the latest and greatest companies). However, not everyone is as committed to the logo, brand, and stigma that comes…
Product: Guroo Active Location: Los Angeles, CA Kickstarter End Date: Sep 15, 2015 Current Pledge: $2,594 of $15,000 Website: gurooactive.com Not all running shirts are made equal – and to be honest, they probably shouldn’t be. We aren’t all cookie-cutter versions of a prototypical “runner”, so it’s good when a company can accomodate all different sizes and still put out a quality product. Guroo is launching a Kickstarter for personalized-fit workout shirts with separate length/size selections,…
Product: Sivil Revolutionary Patented Performance Apparel Technology Location: Washington DC Link: Kickstarter Current Goal: $4,945 of $125,000 End: June 25, 2015 Company: We wanted to create an athletic brand that embodies that same hard-working, dedicated, championship attitude of Youngstown. Sivil is exactly that. As life-long athletes, we know what it’s like to work your ass off in pursuit of something, and we know that the pursuit of being better than yesterday is something that resonates with athletes everywhere. While there are…
One with People Provide employees with a world-class work environment Partner with like-minded business partners Avoid harmful chemicals and materials Provide support to the local and global community One with Planet Operate under a model that reduces energy, water, harmful chemicals, emissions, and waste (industrial and consumer) Eliminate the use of virgin, synthetic materials Support efforts to combat climate change and promote environmental preservation One with Performance Design products that help users perform at their…
