Review: Lorpen Tri Layer Trail Running Socks

Lorpen Tri Layer Trail Running socks are designed to provide your foot with extra protection without slowing you down. Unlike traditional hiking socks which are mostly made from wool, these are made from both natural and synthetic fibers (36% Tencel, 35% Coolmax, 18% Nylon, 10% Lycra, and 1% Modal for the Light model) blended to … Read more

Review: Skechers GOwalk Women’s Shoes

Shortly after arriving on the footwear scene, Skechers became one of the hottest brands among teens and young adults. Their first offerings were skate shoes and industrial-style boots. From there, the product line grew exponentially, with hip styles to suit just about every fashion sense. Today, Skechers has footwear for sports, school, the office, and … Read more

Darn Tough Vermont – Proudly American

Throughout the year, we try to run articles relevant to specific holidays and events. That might mean commuter cycling tips and reviews for Bike to Work Week, emergency supplies for National Preparedness Month, or even a series on the many uses of industrial hemp during the week of April 20th. (Yes, we did that) So … Read more

Review: ZEMgear 360 Round Toe

I thought I knew minimalist shoes, then I met ZEMgear. The “ZEM” in the name is for Zone of Endless Motion, and that is a pretty apt description of them. Extremely light weight, highly flexible, and with a toe box or split toe design that lets your toes move freely, without the silly “Hey, I’ve … Read more

Review: Geigerrig Bando Shoulder Pack

Since their debut, Geigerrig hydration packs have been winning awards and loyal fans right and left. For good reason too. Their patented pressurized hydration engine eliminates the need to suck on a bite valve for a drink, which is the basis behind their “Never suck again” slogan. But this is no gimmick – it provides … Read more