G3 Alpinist + Glide Skin Review
Living in a cold-dry snowy place, I was immediately drawn to the description of G3’s Alpinist + Glide skin. G3 has dubbed the skin as an, “ideal all around skin for dry-cold snow”. I...
Author: Shannon
Saucony Switchback ISO Trail Shoe Review
The Saucony Switchback ISO is appropriately named: it is lightweight, shapes to your foot, and offers a grippy outsole to see you flying up or down trail switchbacks. The Saucony Switchback is available for...
Smith Optics Roam Sunglass Review
Stylish and functional are two words that easily describe the Smith Roam sunglasses. I’ve been testing these sunglasses on backcountry ski tours, skinny ski days at the local nordic center, trail running, dog walking/hiking,...
Stegmann Original 108 Wool Clog Review
Stegmann has been making quality clogs since way back in 1888. After testing out the Women’s Original 108 Wool Clog, it is easy to see why they remain a fan favorite. The Stegmann Original...
Sorel Lolla Chelsea Boot Review
Sorel is a common household brand when it comes to winter boots. Many people may not know that Sorel has more to offer than rugged waterproof winter boots. Over the years, Sorel has continued...
Kari Traa Rose H/Z and Pant Review
Kari Traa is not typically a household name in the US. However, in Norway Kari Traa is not only a brand, she is also a 3 time Olympic medalists in free-style skiing. Kari Traa...
Pearl Izumi Summit Shorts Review
Riding in comfort is one of the keys to a great day on the trail. Pearl Izumi continues to expand their women’s specific mountain biking apparel line up. This season they offer 5 mountain-specific...
Patagonia Nano-Air Light Hybrid Hoody Review
Spring endeavors such as running, skiing, climbing, cycling, and commuting means that the weather can be spastic, for real! During my run a few weeks ago, I experienced thunder snow, sun, rain, and wind...
Priority Continuum Onyx Bike Review
The Priority Continuum Onyx is the second Priority bicycle that I have had the pleasure to review. The Priority Classic, the original offering, is a 3 speed low maintenance work horse that I have...
Rollga STANDARD Review: Medium Density Foam Roller
I’ve used a lot of foam rollers over the years, but I have to say that I have had a hard time sticking with it due to the anticipatory pain. There are rollers with...
Ruffwear Hoopie Collar, Roamer Leash, and Beacon Light Review
Ruffwear Hoopie Collar The Ruffwear Hoopie Collar and Roamer Leash have been a great addition to our running pups arsenal. For starters, the Hoopie Collar is constructed of Ruffwears very own Tubelok™ webbing which...
Cambelbak Circuit Vest Review
The Camelbak Circuit Vest has been my go to running vest this summer. It is a simple, light weight running pack that has very basic features, yet gets the job done for stashing food...
Brooks UpLift Crossback Sports Bra Review
The Brooks UpLift Crossback Sports Bra has many excellent features to help keep your mind on your exercise task and off what your sports bra is doing. The Brooks UpLift Crossback is designed for...
Tailwind Nutrition Caffeinated Endurance Formula Review
Here at Active Gear Review we have been avid Tailwind fans since our initial review of Tailwind Endurance Fuel in 2013 (full review available here). Tailwind is a Colorado based company that prides itself...
Osprey Stratos 24 Backpack Review
The Osprey Stratos line-up has received an update for the Spring/Summer season. Here is our take on the day-hiker, the Stratos 24. Fit & Comfort Osprey packs excel in this department, and the Stratos...
Travall Guard Review
If you take your dog everywhere with you, like we do here at ActiveGearReview.com, then you know how important it is to keep yourself and your dogs safe when shuttling to and from the...
Primus Kamoto Openfire Pit and Openfire Pan Review
If you like to go camping, then it is imperative to know and understand the “Leave No Trace” principles. Plan ahead and prepare Travel and camp on durable surfaces Dispose of waste properly Leave...
Outdoor Research Moxie Shorts Review
The Outdoor Research Moxie Shorts are the perfect trail short; they combine whisper light fabric overtop wicking, comfortable, stay-in place boys-shorts. The Moxie Shorts out perform any other two layer short that I have...
Headsweats Trucker Hats Review
Trucker hats can be found everywhere these days: at the bar, coffee shop, on backcountry ski tours, and pretty much any trail running adventure. I too have been sucked into the craze and often...
Mountain Hardwear Scrambler RT 20 OutDry Backpack Review
The Mountain Hardwear Scrambler RT 20 OutDry Backpack, as the name suggests, features OutDry fabric that is truly waterproof. I’ve been using the Scrambler RT 20 on morning ski tours with wet, heavy snow....
