Guides & Field Notes

Your resource for trail-tested advice, footwear optimization, and all-weather adventure.

Gravel biking in Squamish, British Columbia

Technical observations from the intersection of textile science and the rugged outdoors. We document the performance of natural materials in high-output environments, providing the insights you need to move further and more comfortably in the wild.

The Summer Superpower: Why Nature’s Tech Outperforms Plastic in the Heat

Think wool is too hot for summer? Think again. Discover why natural fibres are the ultimate 'Summer Superpower' for high-output hiking and heat management.

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Articles

Technical Longevity and the Science of Gear Maintenance
gear sustainability

Technical Longevity and the Science of Gear Maintenance

Sustainability is a function of material integrity. Explore the technical science of gear maintenance, from managing microbial degradation to treating your insole as a sacrificial...

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