Articles by Alex Rakestraw
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Gear Review: The Ultimate Jacket for Urban Dwellers Is "Ecstasy in the Rain"
A lightweight, zipper and pocket-laden, waterproof tech shell for exploring around town and hitting the trail too
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New Balance Hits the Trail with New “All-Terrain” Collection
The New England king of the O.G. marathon shoes goes off-roading with new line of footwear and apparel for men and women
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The North Face Taps Streetwear Brand Brain Dead to Remix Classics
Denali, Nuptse, and other iconic cold-weather silhouettes remixed in far out style inspired by Bay Area hippy vibes
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Patagonia Launches ReCrafted Collection to Give Old Gear New Life
Discarded jackets broken down, cut up, and sewn back together by hand to become wabi sabi masterpieces saved from the landfill