by Doug
December 8, 2009
Welcome to our rundown of the best threads for a hard day on the hill. BOMBER Stoic Bombshell Backcountry.com’s new private label apparel is living up to the online retailer’s core-user expectations. Developed with input from the site’s top reviewers, the waterproof/breathable Bombsell is the only fully seam-welded hardshell on the market, making it the [...]
by Brian Litz
December 8, 2009
The best superfabric out there is just as effective pure or blended. Synthetics have never been able to fully replicate wool’s unique, multi-faceted performance. It insulates. It absorbs moisture. It’s highly breathable, yet, when tightly knit, it wards off the wind. Wool resists body odor. It’s also inherently flame resistant, as well as a renewable [...]