The air has begun to turn decidedly crisper in much of the US, which means that brisk fall temps are just around the corner. And with these temps comes one of our favorite times of year, "sweater season." But instead of digging out that fisherman's sweater that's been snacked on by moths, it's time to upgrade to something a bit more feature-heavy. A few of our favorites like the Outerknown Blanket Shirt, Patagonia Classic Retro-X Jacket, Arc'teryx Atom LT Hooded Insulated Jacket — the latter of which is consistently a favorite among GP staffers — are all available from Backcountry and are ready to be shipped at the drop of a hat. They're primed to keep you warm through the fall whether you're leaf-peeping or summit bagging — and each offers a healthy dose of style to boot.
10 Great Notebooks for Note-Taking, Grocery Lists and DoodlingWe're over the Composition notebooks of our youth. And frankly, some of us are over the Notes app on our phones and computers (though we have some tips on getting the most out of it). We rounded up 10 of the best notebooks you can buy right now. Now all you need are some pens.Read the Story
The Best Jeans You Can Get for Under $50When Levi Strauss invented blue jeans in the 1800s, he charged $1.25 per pair. A buck twenty-five won't get you much these days, certainly not a pair of jeans. By contrast, a pair of original-original Levi's can now fetch nearly $100K, but most people aren't looking to spend that much for some dungarees. If you don't want to spend more than $50 for a pair of jeans, there are still plenty of options; some better than others. Here are the ones worth grabbing. Read the Story
The Best Cases, Rolls and Pouches for Traveling With Your Watches
Putting together the perfectly packed and organized travel bag is immensely satisfying, and if you’re traveling with your watch collection in tow, be sure to extend that satisfaction to your timepieces. A good case, roll or pouch should keep your watches safe and organized and be compact enough to fit in with the rest of your on-the-road gear – here are our favorites, ready for your next adventure.Read the Story
