Alex Rakestraw is a writer, strategist, and creative based in New York. He once had a nightmare about a lost coat.
![Inside the Mind of Cult Outdoors Brand Earth Studies (Formerly it Vanishes)](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/2TFUqNxmByTZ8BIF2yHlAh/03075cfaeabc1f5325b0163d457fd06e/It-Vanishes-Apparel-Equinox-Lifestyle_Portraits-16.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
How posts at Nike Sportswear & Adidas led designer Rob Darmour to launch a sustainable brand driven by deadstock fabrics and a connection to nature
![Sweden's Klättermusen Unveils Sustainable, Durable Vale Jacket](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/1WGBf5pvXwRoIVClQJSSzT/541282d06f3a237bca749e3d04a3ce23/klattermusen-vale-jacket-thumb.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
A technical insulating piece made with 100% recycled bluesign approved materials, for skiers, climbers, backpackers, city dwellers
![Snow Peak & New Balance Introduce 3-in-1 Niobium Concept 1 Hiker](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/16J91IsF56rQKdvvkmPk2B/c886983a87e3ba64837916ae97549625/snow-peak-new-balance-shoe-fieldmag-3.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
Japan's original outdoor lifestyle creator and NB's Tokyo Design Studio introduce a wild, waterproof hiker slash camp clog
![Teva Teams With Cotopaxi on Sustainable Sandal Collaboration](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/1RPgXFc8m7JbOaQHWzpdSI/7553daab2b835c96270a1d2ca0bf9e0d/Teva-Cotopaxi-Sandals-Fieldmag-1.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
The new vibrant capsule collection combines recycled and upcycled materials with bright hues for positive vibes all around
![Inside New Sustainable 'Kria' Collection by Iceland's 66North](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/1IE2ayfln7PspCGfxr836c/18f82f87e4b31c761a9afbb0f508a422/66North-Kria-NeoShell-Colorblock-Jacket-fieldmag.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
A closer look at the new line of distinct outerwear made with off-cuts and leftovers of Neoshell fabric from seasons past
![Gramicci x Stussy Release 90s Inspired Zip-Off Climbing Pants](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/2Mr4IZn15aTgHBLUnDtBjR/9dd4b1a974d1c250583460668d62e0b4/Gramicci-x-Stussy-thumb.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
Surf bums and dirtbag climbers rejoice, this new limited-edition collab delivers the ultimate pant for everyday use
![The Best Indoors Loungewear From our Favorite Outdoors Brands](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/1AsfCO9cRgKvAyWfExnp6h/ff8a5e7476ee361a3603b69e8f80a2b0/Best-Camp-Loungewear-thumbs.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
18 pieces of outdoors-minded gear specifically selected for a compatibility with the great indoors
![Keen Collabs With Engineered Garments on Unique Uneek II Slide](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/2kQ6EnT6IGY2lELaotCUSJ/d248e4582da63f2c1a716ab2cd43addf/Engineered-Garments-x-Keen-Uneek-Slide-thumb.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
Portland's top sandal brand and the NYC by way of Japan menswear label debut a minimalist slide made of recycled plastic bottles
![A Layman's Guide to Takibi, Snow Peak’s Fire-Resistant Fabric](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/42uPMryMLHhVDGjX55a2M9/4ddef1b00f73fad7899980cfeaafe44a/Snow-Peak-Takibi-Apparel-FieldMag-thumb.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
How Japan's bonfire-centric approach to camping inspired a legendary line of technical apparel made for the most non-tech activity—sitting fireside
![How Greater Goods Turns Discarded Outwear Into EDC Accessories](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/6YaCbTi4kVrrDxqMAqW4Rd/3e96583397a6df3698698ba9273a26e0/Greater-Goods-Upcycled-Tote-Interview-Fieldmag-thumb.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
A Q&A with the founder, designer, and maker of the London-based upstart making tote bags and more from vintage techwear
![The North Face Renewed Launches Design Residency & Upcycled Auction](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/5pGmwwD39hd75xPviYNG6v/c644e52f00199d6d25181e57de560037/The-North-Face-Renewed-Field-Mag-2.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
Senior outerwear designer talks inspirations for and limitations of upcycling, sustainability, and saving used gear from the landfill
![Why the New Arc'teryx Alpha SV Is the Future of Outerwear](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/4j1b5IHShCuwHF0kdBHdqM/0b3109eea549111f4a9ef5bbf7dab51b/Arcteryx-GORE-Pro-2-Test-NH-Fieldmag-5.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
A thorough review of the flagship jacket’s 2020 update, set to introduce GORE-TEX Pro 2.0, from the snowy mountains of New Hampshire