When it comes to staying warm in the great outdoors, some people prefer down insulation. Other people prefer synthetic insulation. In reality, both have pros and cons. If you’re not sure which type of insulation...

By Nicholas Lund January 25, 2015 I’m biased, but in my opinion, birding is the Greatest Pursuit Available to a Citizen of the Modern World. It’s basically a lifelong scavenger hunt played across the entire...

Get ready to gear up!! This is my go to technical fleece in all seasons. It has kept me warm at home here in Pittsburgh and as far away as Switzerland. It is buttery soft,...

Hoka shoes have held a top spot at 3ROC for years and there’s no doubting that the new upgrades are stellar! If you have stepped into a pair of Hoka’s and felt that “Cinderella moment”...

Here are our best tips for layering based on activity! XC Ski/Trail Run: Base Top- Rab Synchrino Base Bottom- Patagonia Peak Mission Tights Mid Top- Cotopaxi Otero Quarter Zip Fleece Outer Top- Outdoor Research Ferosi...

Sleep like a baby in the backcountry. There is nothing worse than a cold, cramped night’s sleep. Sleeping bags are another one of those gear items that quickly start multiplying as you expand the types...

The Patagonia Houdini is one of those pieces that stays in my day pack no matter the season. It's great for running, cycling, hiking, and every activity in between. The jacket is very light at 3.4 ounces and the zippered chest pocket allows you to stuff the jacket down to the size of an apple. I recently hiked the Chasm Lake Trail to the base of Longs Peak in Colorado and experienced winds up to 40 mph and temps into the 40s above treeline. I thought I would topple over from the wind but kept moving as I put on my Houdini jacket over my Patagonia Capilene baselayer shirt. As the wind was ripping past my ears I secured the hood with one hand and was set to continue my ascent.