"Our heritage is rooted in building gear for people who live and thrive in the mountains, and that includes our own team. Many of us ride; our athletes ride. Mountain biking is part of our culture," Ashley Anson, VP Design at Arc'teryx, said.
The convenience of sourcing online is fraught with more pitfalls than most of us want to admit. Try finding adequate photos of a vintage piece's condition-close-ups of the fabric, video of damaged areas, any images of a piece's rear or underside!
The best way to describe a Jerry is 'an individual who exhibits a true lack of understanding for their sport, or for life in general.' Jerry's are typically the ones you see on the mountain who are booming down the runs, heading to hit the next person they see.
The best hiking pants earn their place in our packing list the hard way-through scree scrambles, sweaty switchbacks, and the kind of bushwhacking that tests each and every seam. We've worn them on short hikes and multi-day backpacking trips, in hot and cold weather, through light rain and high-alpine winds.
A favorite of backpackers, outdoor adventurers, and national park wanderers alike, Cotopaxi is known for its deceptively spacious bags, outdoor gear, protective clothing, and colorful styles. I've spent my fair share of time trekking up and down the country with my own Cotopaxi bag ( Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack), which has seen such sights as Acadia National Park and downtown Boston, and on a recent trip to Italy, my travel partner brought hers along the Amalfi Coast.
Adventure lovers, this one's for you. Ahead of the long weekend, REI just dropped an epic sale on outdoor essentials from editor-loved brands like Patagonia, Hoka, Vuori, and more. Whether you're planning a weeks-long backpacking trip or a casual afternoon hike, now is the perfect time to take advantage of the retailer's jaw-dropping discounts on durable travel bags, comfortable hiking shoes, packable layers, and camping gear for up to 64 percent off.
While best known for its minimalist camping gear - the brand's instantly recognizable titanium mug is a mainstay in Pacific Northwest campsites and cramped Brooklyn apartments alike - Snow Peak's lineup of insulated, down-filled and fire-resistant styles is criminally underrated. With perfected silhouettes, low-key Japanese detailing and sparse styling, it's slightly different than you're used to, but all in service of a better (dressed) outdoor experience.
Winter style is all about layering and layering fashionably-not just staying warm but looking the part, no matter where the elements may take you. The best place to get loaded up with good layers is Huckberry. And now, thanks to the annual post-holiday winter sale, you can pick up some of our favorites for much cheaper than we ever did. The jealousy is real, folks.
Before I graduated from college and became a full-time writer, I had my dream retail job: working at Reformation. Thanks to my treasured employee discount, I had a wardrobe stuffed with basics from the sustainable, celebrity-loved clothing brand, including adorable vacation dresses, matching sets, and cashmere sweaters. While I can confidently say Reformation's pieces are worth the investment, it's a bit of a splurge for my current budget without the sweet discount, so I've gotten creative and supplemented my wardrobe with a few wallet-friendly alternatives.
Nobody needs another reason to buy sweatpants, but we'll give you one anyway: Some of Amazon's best-selling sweats cost less than your lunch order. Starting at just $8, we found popular travel pants that have racked up tens of thousands of five-star reviews-and by the looks of them, you'd never guess they cost as little as they do. One $10 pair from Hanes with almost 100,000 ratings has been called, simply, " the best pants ever," and it's not the only one receiving such emphatic praise.
When it comes to packing for cold-weather trips, dresses are often overlooked, but a well-chosen winter dress can be one of the most versatile pieces in a travel wardrobe. From cozy sweater dresses that feel comfortable enough for long travel days to polished maxi dresses that work for dinners and special occasions, winter-friendly silhouettes make getting dressed on the road refreshingly easy. Even better, many of these styles transition effortlessly into early spring, making them smart investments beyond the season.
Target recently dropped a lineup of comfy styles from my favorite brands-A New Day and Universal Thread-so I'm treating myself to as many petite-friendly options as possible. If you're 5-foot-4 or shorter, I recommend stocking up on these cropped pants, barrel-leg joggers, and wide-leg bottoms for your upcoming trips, too. My top picks are currently available for under $45, including a wrinkle-free style that one shopper called "the perfect combination of polished and comfy."
Consider the long weekend your wake-up call to finally shake off holiday shopping fatigue and give your closet the refresh it deserves-especially if travel is on your radar in 2026. Each of our favorite retailers, from Nordstrom to Madewell to Vuori, is hosting major sales through the long weekend, with rare markdowns on travel pieces we can't stop raving about.
"Sporty-prep" is the sweet spot between polished and comfortable-and it's everywhere right now. The preppy style-trend blends classic staples like polo shirts, cardigans, and tailored trousers with sporty pieces like comfy sneakers, barrel sweatpants, and baseball caps. The result? Travel outfits that feel intentional yet relaxed, making them ideal for trips, long walks, and "straight off the plane" plans. Amazon's Sporty Prep storefront makes the look easy to recreate without overthinking it.
The brand's Mongolian Cashmere Wrap, for example, doubles as a first-class-worthy blanket, and its linen pajama sets are chic enough to wear straight from a plane to the hotel pool. Add in the washable silk travel dress and accessories like Italian leather dopp kits, and you've got a suitcase full of smart, stylish staples built for flights, car rides, and everything in between. Keep scrolling to explore the 14 Quince travel essentials that deserve a spot on your packing list.
Having been at InsideHook for the past seven years, I know that you guys are super into Outerknown, the Kelly Slater-founded clothing company that specializes in laid-back basics that are equally at home on a beach or out to dinner. Or just...at home, I guess. So I feel obligated to alert you to the very, very good sale they're currently hosting, on everything from their best-selling Blanket Shirt to their must-have Nomad Shorts, as well as $28 hoodies (?!?!) and a whole lot more.