This is my all-time favorite long-sleeve shirt. With the 2008 version, I sized down to a medium as I found the "slim" fit generous (5'11"-175#). This is a great looking shirt that is comfortable, wears well and is easily dressed up or down!

The perfect shirt for heat and humidity. Very light weight with an open weave, that is likely part of the durability issue. My oldest version in on its 4th year and has been dedicated to beach and camping use exclusively. Probably best to try one on first for sizing. As we all know, Patagonia changes the fit of much of their clothing annually. I own 2 larges and 2 mediums and they fit about the same. All-in-all a favorite shirt for life in the islands.

The perfect shirt for heat and humidity. Very light weight with an open weave, that is likely part of the durability issue. My oldest version in on its 4th year and has been dedicated to beach and camping use exclusively. Probably best to try one on first for sizing. As we all know, Patagonia changes the fit of much of their clothing annually. I own 2 larges and 2 mediums and they fit about the same. All-in-all a favorite shirt for life in the islands.

I have used this lamp for a few years now and love the brightness. The highest setting really lights up the trail. This is a pretty comfortable light for its size. It can be bouncy for running thus leading to motion sickness for some. Without question this light is a battery eater. On the max setting expect no more than 2 hours. I always run with a hand held as well and save the bightest settings for technical downhills. Overall a great headlamp, but for running I would check out the BD and Petzl offerings.

These are a great change of pace. Lets face it any fuel source can taste like battery acid after a 20+ hour effort. And, whilst I love to power up with gels it is nice to mix it up. Just be sure to consume with generous amounts of water. 3 blocks is roughly the equivalent of a gel packet and depending on your current fluid status needs to be consumed with about 8 oz of water. We are shooting for a 6-7% concentration. Less can delay gastric emptying and more can cause cramping, gas, dehydration and osmotic diarrhea! This is most important for running and other high output sports.

My first experience with Mountain House products was on a week long backpacking trip to the Grewingk Glacier, across Kachemak Bay from Homer, Alaska. We caught a water taxi, got dropped on the beach and started a great adventure that involved a black bear, a distant brown bear, a small forest worth of deadfall, treacherous and unwarranted river crossings, a heavy tram with a 1:1 "mechanical advantage" and enough postholing to satisfy anyone.

Needless to say we were extremely hungry at the end of each day. My wife was four months pregnant, which left her eating for two amd me carrying a little extra gear and burning a few extra kcals. My brother-in-law was in his early 20s, which is like eating for eating for two.

We carefully planned our trip, filled our "pantry" and mistakenly assumed that 2 servings was, well, 2 servings. As in: Serves 2. By day 2 we recognized our gross underestimation and by day 4 we were running low on provisions, namely hot entrees. On day 5 we rationed our supplies and settled for a bit hungry. Our saving grace was a hypoglycemic, overland journey to the beach to gather mussels to supplement. They never tasted so good!

The point: While tasty, these will barely satify ONE hungry person, noting that 640kcal if only a fraction of what is burned for most. Since, we always plan our provisioning based on total calories and have had no issues since! Give this one a try!

My first experience with Mountain House products was on a week long backpacking trip to the Grewingk Glacier, across Kachemak Bay from Homer, Alaska. We caught a water taxi, got dropped on the beach and started a great adventure that involved a black bear, a distant brown bear, a small forest worth of deadfall, treacherous and unwarranted river crossings, a heavy tram with a 1:1 "mechanical advantage" and enough postholing to satisfy anyone.

Needless to say we were extremely hungry at the end of each day. My wife was four months pregnant, which left her eating for two amd me carrying a little extra gear and burning a few extra kcals. My brother-in-law was in his early 20s, which is like eating for eating for two.

We carefully planned our trip, filled our "pantry" and mistakenly assumed that 2 servings was, well, 2 servings. As in: Serves 2. By day 2 we recognized our gross underestimation and by day 4 we were running low on provisions, namely hot entrees. On day 5 we rationed our supplies and settled for a bit hungry. Our saving grace was a hypoglycemic, overland journey to the beach to gather mussels to supplement. They never tasted so good!

The point: While tasty, these will barely satify ONE hungry person, noting that 800kcal if only a fraction of what is burned for most. Since, we always plan our provisioning based on total calories and have had no issues since!

Excells in the heat and humidity. Super lightweight, wicking and breathable. Most of my day-to-day runs are in the rainforest that is my backyard. If I am linking networks of trails, I may need a bit more water and will use a bladder to supplement my bottles. Otherwise this vest is perfect for gels, lytes, a ziplock of fuel, and a torch for an underestimated distance or overestimated pace. Many of the HURT crew are wearing this vest on training and adventure runs throughout the islands and elsewhere.

I used and have loved the old neoprene Fastdraw for years. Due to a very poor replacement (plastic handles) I decided to try the Plus. I love them. The kicker was a great upgrade and is easy on the teeth. It has also made for some great fodder for trail smack with many allusions of a return to the nipple. The holders are as comfortable as the old Fastdraw with the added bonus of a little storage. I typically replace them annually as the holders tend to stretch and eventually become loose. Another great product from a trusted name!

My first experience with Mountain House products was on a week long backpacking trip to the Grewingk Glacier, across Kachemak Bay from Homer, Alaska. We caught a water taxi, got dropped on the beach and started a great adventure that involved a black bear, a distant brown bear, a small forest worth of deadfall, treacherous and unwarranted river crossings, a heavy tram with a 1:1 "mechanical advantage" and enough postholing to satisfy anyone.

Needless to say we were extremely hungry at the end of each day. My wife was four months pregnant, which left her eating for two amd me carrying a little extra gear and burning a few extra kcals. My brother-in-law was in his early 20s, which is like eating for eating for two.

We carefully planned our trip, filled our "pantry" and mistakenly assumed that 2 servings was, well, 2 servings. As in: Serves 2. By day 2 we recognized our gross underestimation and by day 4 we were running low on provisions, namely hot entrees. On day 5 we rationed our supplies and settled for a bit hungry. Our saving grace was a hypoglycemic, overland journey to the beach to gather mussels to supplement. They never tasted so good!

The point: While tasty, these will barely satify ONE hungry person, noting that 600kcal if only a fraction of what is burned for most. Since, we always plan our provisioning based on total calories and have had no issues since!

This shirt is tops! The only baselayer that ever came close was the Golite LW C-Thru from a few years back. Cap-1 is much more durable and less prone to snagging the forest as it flys by. I live on O'ahu and run the rainforest, which means all out wet, windy and cool (chronic hypothermia kine weather)or hot, still and humid (Think Kona winds). Most days are some of each. This shirt allows me to continue without having to carry surplusage. The updated fit is a great improvement and will keep your purchase from becoming an 70s-80s half-shirt after a few washings. Yes, even plastic fibers can shrink. Probably best to hang dry. Despite the latest technologies and claims this shirt will eventually begin to smell abit like the dog blanket. Still yet, it is my staple shirt!

I have a pretty tough stomach when it comes to sports drink and have tried almost everything on the market. I love GUs for short distances and Perpetuem for longer runs and ultras. While I don't find the taste awful, it has upset my stomach EVERY time I have tried it. Xylitol (a sugar alcohol) with a well established history of causing GI upset and GAS is an interesting choice in sweeteners. Alas, it all comes down to what works well for YOU! Give a couple sample size packs a try, you may love or hate it. Whatevahs!

I used this in a pinch on a trail run on the Kalalau Trail (Na Pali Coast) and a couple other times around the big debut. The flavor is light at first, but really not very good. It does contain fructose, which is a well known offender causing stomach upset. To clarify, fructose is a natural sugar (like sucrose/maltose/galactose/lactose etc) and is found in fruits. I think what Matt is getting at is that it is a refined/processed simple sugar that is cheap and burns fast. Small doses are okay, as in GU, but I would stay faaaaaaar away from the high fructose corn syrups in many drinks!

Not a bad overall ride for an "overbuilt" trail runner. I bought a pair of these last season and while they feel secure on foot I did not find them so durable. I managed to catch a root on my home trail on the HURT Trail 100 course and completely ripped off the top of the toe box. Okay, so it happens. My biggest beef, the Montrail of old would have replaced these in a heartbeat. Columbia; however, basically told me I was SOL. Alas, the last pair of Montrails I owned.

The is one of the longest lasting t-shirts I have ever owned. The cotton/poly blend means it has kept its size and shape over the last 2+ years of regular wash and wear! This shirt has been washed between 50 and 75 times and has barely faded. Even better the silkscreening has just now started to show wear. Amazing! The fit (L) is perfect for my 5'11" and 170# to 175# frame. A slim fitting shirt, but not too tight and it doesn't have the SUPAH-LAME, wide, low, loose neck found on many of today's Ts.

I bought this pack for weighted training runs and short overnight/weekend asssaults on Hawaiian trails. 18# - 20# rides nicely. The sturdy frame, AirCore suspension and previous luck with Osprey sealed the deal. I am 5'11", weigh in at 170 - 175# and purchased the large frame.

I had issues with the lower portion of the frame digging into my hips/back; however, adjusting the pack's ride easily and comfortably remedied this problem. The AirCore suspension extends into the pack and eats up space. Packing bulky items like the kitchen takes getting used to, but the pack extends out and accomodates weekend gear in warm environs. It is possible to store soft items like clothing/an extra bladder within the AirCore panel.

The shoulder straps are highly adjustable and comfortable in typical Osprey fashion. The external pockets and straps make for extra storage and the abilty to compress your load. Overall a stellar overnight/weekend fastpacker in warm climates.

I am 5'11" and 170 - 175#. I typically wear a size 33" waist and often a 32". With Patagonia products this translates to a Medium. In years past this has proven true. Not so with the 2009 Long Haul's. The Medium was tight around the waist and would have certainly caused problems as the miles ticked by. I have sized up to a large. I wish they made these with a 9 - 10" inseam (although, ordering by inseam without outseam or rise can be misleading!)for a bit more coverage. 7" is as short as I go. Otherwise these a stellar! Great material, comfortable and quick drying.

I love these pants! They are distinctly mountain style. Which is great for a mountain boy "stuck" in the islands. They are tough and well built as expected with Arcteryx products. They breathe well despite their durable construction and excell in Hawaii's summer/winter climates. They are ready to wear straight from the dryer with a shake or two. I am 5'11, 175#, with a 33" waist and fit the size 32" waist with room to spare. I found the 34's far too roomy and thus sized down. Like all canvas the hem will go long before the rest of the pant, but without a doubt worth the cost!

To support John's review the product description is a bit misleading. These are super-light-weight running shorts without a liner. The inseam is also long at 8" and is clearly for the new school trail runner. Many roadies would deny these shorts "running" status. No matter! I am 5'11" and these hit me just above the knee; which lets you hide the cannons from the competition. If you like ball-huggers or showing off your upper thigh tan line than these are probably a good purchase for your son.

At 330 grams who has time to quibble and call these heavy? True, INOV-8 is making lighter-cushier models these days, but this is still my staple shoe for its ability to excell in any and all conditions. Made for a neutral runner or supinators like me. Firm and responsive underfoot with excellent traction on O'ahu's MUD, roots and rocks. Also work well on the road if necessary. In comparison the newer models e.g. roclites are more nimble and do well in the mud during the first weeks of use. My issue with the newer models is primarly a distinct lack of traction on wet surfaces, namely stream beds and rocks and roots in the rainforest, where I do 90% of my trail running. The Terroc 330s rubber is superior for this environment in that it is much softer, more porous and thus stickier. Which lends it self well to quick travel trough the tropical climate. All non-Gortex models drain well, an essential component here in the islands. I also use the Terrocs for fast packing and hiking trips with pack weight around 20#. The older INOV-8s with solely the "Metaflex" outsole (Terrocs, Flyrocs, etc.) tend to fit true to size for me. The newer outsoles with the "Fascia Band" (roclites etc.) require that I upsize 10.5 to 11. Try a pair of INOV-8s and you will see why the other big names are all trying to come out with light weight trail runner.

I have last years model and love 'em. They are great for beach runs, swimming, paddling and all things wet. The length hits me a bit above the knee and provides plenty of coverage with mobility. My only issue was the lack of storage, which has been remedied with the addition of a rear/belt pocket. Like most Patagonia goods they are pricely, but are long lasting and well worth the expense.

Just bought my 15th pair. Very durable with well over 500 miles on each pair. Some layers of the tread can peel, but no notable difference in performance. They have always fit well right out of the box. I am a supinator to neutral. Used primarily for ultras and running through Oahu's muddy, rocky and rooty rainforest. I also use this as my primary road shoe for getting to the trails or mixing it up a bit.

This are the best shorts I've used for training and trail races from 50 to 100M. I have had minimal chaffing even in typical rainforest humidity and "Monsoon". The numerous pockets provide loads of room for gels, electrolytes and the like. The only beef I have is that gel packets in the rear pockets can get uncomfortable after extended periods (the sharp edges dig in). They are lightweight, durable and dry quickly.

I have used this sock extensively for hiking, trail running and ultra-marathon in Hawaii. While expensive, each pair lasts at least one year, and usually longer.