It might look like a collared shirt, but the Mountain Hardwear Super Wicked Short Sleeve Shirt performs like a technical jersey with plenty of lightweight and moisture-wicking fabric, plus a UPF rating of 35 to enhance your sunscreen protection. This is a superb pullover for hiking, cycling, climbing or traveling around in places were you need a casual shirt with a little more flair than an ordinary tee or crewneck top. A seven-inch front zipper lets you air things out—just remember to add sunscreen to those exposed spots.

The prAna Drip is a super-comfortable T-shirt offering moisture-wicking and quick-drying properties—and a bit of organic cotton.

Buttery soft, silky fabric that is super-light and quick-drying comprise the Ether Crew Long Sleeve by Arc’teryx. Features: Vivital Base Layer is an Italian single knit fabric with a wicking treatment that is also durable and pill resistant. Flat locked construction cuts down on bulk and layers well. Heat transfer label at the collar reduces bulk and chafing at the neck line too.

The Arc’teryx Fission AR Jacket is a really nice insulated jacket that is stylish enough for everyday wear yet burly enough for just about any mountain condition. The materials can't be beat: Gore-Tex to keep you dry and Primaloft insulation to keep you warm and dry. The hand pockets have watertight zippers.

The streamlined fit will be appreciated by snowboarders looking for an alternative to the ultra-baggy styling of most insulated jackets. The waistband cinches but doesn't have an internal powder skirt to keep out the deep snow. Likewise for the wrist cuffs that have smooth knit cuffs that don't cinch down. For these reasons, we'd choose the Fission AR for just about any day except big dump days. It's even great around town.

The Arc’teryx Stinger Glove Unisex offers versatility crafted from supple weatherproof leather. This glove is augmented with breathable Polartec Powershield softshell fabric. Full finger leather construction and a reinforced leather palm for excellent durability. Short-length cuff with expansion gusset and tab adjustment. The Arc’teryx Stinger Glove Unisex gives you ideal temperature regulation and supreme dexterity for the approach, transition, or descent.

Nothing saps competitive energy faster than a permeable fleece outerwear. this is completely windproof so you can ignore the headwind and focus on your adventure race. This durably-designed fleece jacket features abrasion- and weather-resistant Apex Weatherblock stretch fabric along the sleeves and shoulders for added protection while hiking, backpacking and climbing in cold and moderately damp conditions. Dual core vent pockets in front give you the freedom to cool off after you establish a comfortable lead.