Outdoor Research Face Mask Kit

HOW DOES THE OR FACE MASK COMPARE?  As it became clear that the global pandemic was not going away quickly, Outdoor Research realised their customers would need long-term solutions for personal protective equipment. People were heading to work or out for their daily errands wearing everything from bandanas to disposable surgical masks and respirators. But what kind of protection do most of us really need on a daily basis? OR researched and listened to their customers, and designed a durable, c...
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Patagonia – Zac Vertrees

About as close as Matt and I got to climbing Cerro Torre. This was the morning after being lost in a whiteout..... We stumbled upon several other party's of random voices! Austin Siadak was in a similar boat, but determined to go up and over... Then the mist cleared and we had one the best days in two months of inclement weather climbing Domo Blanco
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Zac Vertrees

Zac is at home in the mountains! From the start there living in the outskirts of western Sydney he had access to some of the best climbing in Australia when he started his pursuit for hills. Climbing for over 20 years Zac is not only one of Australia's best sports climbers, but now his love of trad climbing and those mountain routes has taken him to new adventure playgrounds over the globe... Epic Journey About as close as Matt and I got to climbing Cerro Torre. This was the morning after be...
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Scott Hawker

Scotty Hawker is a name that is well known in the ultra running community. Having only been involved in trail and ultra running for a few years he earned an impressive 12th place in the 2014 Ultra Trail World Tour overall rankings. Although fairly new to ultras, sports and running have always played an important part in Scotty’s life. He ran his first marathon at the age of 17 and has competed in triathlon and multisport events, including the New Zealand Duathlon Championships in 2005. Scotty...
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Outdoor Research Scotty Hawker’s UTMB Journey

Outdoor Research in it’s element at UTMB, words from Scotty Hawker OR brand ambassador. First and foremost the Helium II Jacket was in it’s element in the severe weather conditions at race. I had a back up jacket with my crew just incase the Helium soaked through with all the snow and rain that we had, but I never had to change over jackets throughout the 21hr 55mins I was travelling around Mont Blanc. I knew it was a great piece of kit but this even surprised me! My crew were also lo...
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Outdoor Research – Swift Cap

OR's most popular HighEx hat, the Swift Cap has sun protection and a full mesh liner crown for superior ventilation in warm weather, while the shaped brim and nylon panels offer serious protection from the sun. FEATURES Fabric Performance: Water-Resistant, Breathable, Lightweight, Wicking, Quick-Drying, TransAction™ Headband, Mesh-Lined Crown, UPF 50+ Design Features: Dark Fabric Under Brim, External Breathable Mesh Panels, Embroidered OR Logo Functional Details: Quick Release Buck...
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Outdoor Research – Men’s Echo Tee

Best Athleisure Apparel  – Men’s Journal (USA) The AirVent™ fabric of the Echo Tee™ breathes, wicks moisture and dries quickly when you pause to take in the view. Raglan sleeves and flat-seam construction reduce chafing, Polygiene® odour control prevents stink, and UPF 15 protection helps prevent sunburn on warm, clear days. FEATURES Lightweight Quick Drying Wicking UPF 15 Polygiene® Active Odor Control Flat-Seam Construction Raglan Sleeves Small Hip Pocket Bac...
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