So I got this rain jacket on a crazy sale, and was really excited about it. The first few times I used it, it shed water like no one's business, but now it's been only 2 months of non-frequent use (probably less than 10 times max.) and the sleeves and chest soak through within 10 minutes of steady rain. I know I need to re-DWR it, but I feel like it should've lasted a little longer. The jacket itself looks nice (got the stellar blue color) and it's light enough too. But my other quip would be the stiff, fleece collar and fleece wrist cuffs. The collar doesn't really stay down, but that's admittedly a personal preference. The wrist cuff's get wet, and then your wrists get wet and cold. I'm not sure if I'm sending it back yet, but figured I'd share my thoughts.

So I've only had these pants for a little while, but so far I can't seem to get over how soft and relatively light the fabric is, while seemingly being very durable. The fabric is kind of on the thicker end of nylon canvas (hence durable) so they might get hot in the summer, but then you got the option of going convertible - awesome. The sizing is a smidge big for me, the medium is a bit big but the small would be too tight in the waist and thighs (I'm blessed with tree trunk thick legs, but I'm pretty short at the same time); however, this isn't really MHW fault as much as my genes. I got them on major discount, because anything over $40/$50 is just ridiculous for nylon pants. The moondust color is like a light-medium grey. I'm an admittedly open MHW fanatic, but since they make afforable gear (in comparison with other brands), that's uber durable and uber dope I think it's warranted, but you might want to keep it in mind.

I've had mine for about 7-8 months now, and I think they're pretty good. They take a week and some change to break in, but once they do they become pretty flexible and comfortable. The Chaco comfort is there for sure, though I had to go one size up from my chaco sandals. I've taken them day-hiking a couple of times and they're pretty comfortable to walk in and supportive too. The bottom sole isn't as tough as I'd hoped, small chips started happening soon after I used them outside. But overall, they're comfortable, supportive, and solid shoes for the sale price.

I haven't yet used this jacket for snowy outings, but I've used it plenty for rainy ones. The jacket has kept me almost bone dry in complete downpour. A few times I have found myself wet on the inside, which could be a result of a couple of things 1) condensation (cold outside/heat inside), or 2) rain getting inside the jacket through the hood. Either way, it holds up most of the time so I'll keep on using it. The jacket itself is LOADED with pockets, I always find new ones when I wear it. The outer material seems like it can hold up to anything, save a buzz saw. It's a great jacket, and definitely beats out shelling more money than I have for a goretex shell. The lack of a star come from its somewhat incompressiblity and lack of breathablity in warmer temps. Good shell for winter, rain, and knife fighting.

This jacket packs down well and will keep the rain off of you, but it doesn't breathe too well even with the pit zips wide open (though at this point it is no longer waterproof. This doesn't make it a bad jacket, especially for the price, but if you're looking for something more breathable another material would be better.

Got this a couple of months ago on sale. It's super soft, smooth, and plush, which are great, but with its softness comes delicateness. I'm always a bit worried about screwing up the fur. It's warm as nonsense and is even more wind resistant than I originally expected, but it ain't windproof. I live in mild North Carolina and this pullover is actually too warm for me to wear for most of the "winter," so I ended up very begrudgingly returning it. But if you're looking for a warm fleece this is definitely worth keeping in mind.

I have some of the nastiest, smelliest feet of anyone I've encountered in life, these socks have been stellar on keeping the stank on the down low. Takes a couple uses to get any smell, and a couple more to get a BAD smell; however, for the sake of others change your socks. This socks are also ridiculous comfortable, these are always the first to go after laundry's done. I use them mainly for running and sports, I don't know if they'd be too great backpacking (haven't tried it yet) but they would work for day hikes and such. For the price, they are doubly, triply, quadruply sweet. If you wash them right, they'll last a while. Go for it.

I'm 5' 6", 150, and I've got a shorter upper torso and I got a medium . When I first got it I thought it was really short. After wearing it around, however, I've come to see it's cut perfectly, at least for me. As far as performance, the G50 is awing. It's cuts wind like a freakin' ax when I ride around on my bike. The G50 is also CRAZY water-resistant. My only gripes are 1) the lack of elastic/velcro wrist cuffs, 2) the thin fleece lining (admittedly, though, I get cold really easily). This jacket will keep you warm as nonesense if you're moving around, but if not, you better layer up.

The sweetest part of the jacket is it's price. For the performance and quality of a significantly more expensive softshell, but at a significantly LOWER price you'd better holler at the G50 (better yet, look at steep and cheap or bc outlet). The jacket has sent me to the temples of Mountain Hardwearism.

Lastly, backcountry.com is ridiculously sweet ass sweet. If you were a real person, I'd try to marry you.

The MH power-stretch zip tee is one of my favorite pieces. It's so freakin' comfortable, soft, and stretchy that I've worn it when it was too warm. It's like crack, sweet, comfortable, soft, warming, stretchy crack. I feel a little silly wearin' it solo because of it's sportiness, but I'm getting over it real quick. It's really warm and light. Get one, you'll love yourself for it.