Gear Patrol

While we prefer the warmer, sockless months, the colder ones are just a fact of life. And as such, the right socks are critical. You want to look good, maybe show some ankle flair, and most importantly keep your feet dry. Wicking moisture away from your feet actually keeps them warm in the winter, or…

Sunny Sports is a West Coast-inspired Japanese clothing brand focused on producing timeless pieces designed to look good today and for years to come. Like many Japanese brands, they also value production quality above all else and subsequently produce their entire line in either the US or Japan. The Anchor Jacket ($300) embodies both of…

Collaborations are snowballing in the world of men’s fashion. For better or worse. Despite many hits and failures, J.Press’ decision to design an exclusive line of updated prep wear for a new generation of stylish men definitely catches our eye — no matter how much it may put off traditionalists. To wit: the J.Press Wool…

Wear a wool t-shirt? You’d probably rather roll yourself into a sheet of fiberglass insulation after soaking in corn syrup. For many years now, synthetic activewear have been all the rage for their warmth, ability to dry quickly and overall comfort. Synthetics tend to channel modern adventurist and climber extraordinaire, Ed Viesturs, while wool echoes,…

Scorching summer heat and sweltering humidity may not prompt you to think about wool socks, but it’s never too early to start preparing for your favorite fall/winter activities.  In fact, now is a prime opportunity to start researching some of the products you’ll need.  So, for all of you outdoor enthusiasts let me suggest PowerSox. …

Fall is just around the bend and with fall comes fall attire. Consider yourself ready with a good vest. This herringbone vest from J.Crew is made of English lambswool sourced from the Abraham Moon mill. They use a ‘super-secret’ wash that gives it a softness without detracting from it’s casual feel. Two piece suits aren’t…