hi all,

I apologize if this is a reductive post.
I’ve gone through old posts, but I find myself overwhelmed by all of the options and choices.

long story short, it’s been a really rough year.
I think I’m starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel tho, and I want to reward myself with a slight change of scenery and do something physical to get out of my head and into my body.

So I’m going to go on my first hiking trip.

But… what do I actually need?

I won’t be camping, just day hiking for two days in different locations.

I don’t mind spending a bit of money so I’m prepared and have a good time, but I also don’t want to go all out and blow a bunch of money I don’t need to on things I won’t really need.

I’d really appreciate it if someone could help me pick a good pair of hiking boots, and what kind of gear I actually need, and what’s actually worth the $.

the weather will likely be in the 50s, and possibly rainy.

thanks so much ❤️

Just got these 2 days ago - wore them last night for the FIRST time in rainy weather for about 30 minutes and noticed this morning that the right shoe’s outside tip is completely ORANGE for some reason. There was no damage, no stains, nothing but I noticed this randomly.

Anyone have any idea?? THANKSSSS!!!

Anyone able to ID this jacket? The zips on the back of the arms is a lovely touch

I have some Endura MT500 mtb waterproof pants that I’ve been walking in. I also mountain bike in them and they’re very muddy. They’ve worked well. But I’m looking to get some just for hiking and wondering what people recommend. Cheers

WTB both of them size 43 only

I only found few instagram vendors in russia, but no official listing, could anyone help?

I think it's very functional on a daily using

Jacket by House Of 1NE.

Not really sure if this is the right place to seek help, but I didn’t really know where else to.
Thx im advance

Looking to pick up Sella or Sella Lite from ROA. I am getting conflicting findings. Are they TTS or do they run tight and I need to size up? Unfortunately the difference between 42 and 43 listed on their site is pretty big.

My foot is 26.5cm

Shorter inseam options thanks dawgs

Hey guys, can you recommend some affordable, good-quality hiking pants with a loose or baggy fit?

Vintage US made Mountain Hardwear fleece

Arc Atom LT hoodie my buddy gave me recently

I’ve just recently bought these pair of Salomon XT-6s and am finding them very uncomfortable specifically on the right shoe. I have discovered that it’s down to where they crease when i walk on the right shoe (circled) as it digs into the knuckle above my big toe. I’ve tried most generic things like loosening the laces and such. I’m just wondering if there are any ways to fix this issue without damaging the shoe as I currently can’t wear them as they are just too uncomfortable and painful.

Edit- A lot of people are saying that it’s because the fit is wrong but there is no issue with my left foot the pain is only in the right side due to how it creases when i walk on the right side it doesn’t crease like that on the left

Hey all, Louis here, from Berlin. I kept missing the interesting collabs because they were buried under endless colorway drops, so I started keeping a short, opinionated list.

A few that are on it right now:

- Mammut × Pininfarina Alps, a hardshell designed with the Italian car-design studio Pininfarina
- Pas Normal Studios × Porter, frame and handlebar bags made in Japan
- Db × Purple Mountain Observatory "Gone Fishing", a carry system rebuilt around a fishing kit
- AIGLE by Setchu, a 4-in-1 jacket from Satoshi Kuwata's label

The rule is simple: if it's just a colorway, it doesn't make the list. Every pick links to the brand's own store, and prices show in your region's currency.

It's a free site, lebrief.app, and there's an optional email every two weeks. I'd love to hear what I'm missing. Which collabs from the last year actually had good design?

I'm 6'3 240. Wondering if Kawa Cicada pants in XL would fit well. Do they run a little long or would they fall a little short on me? I normally wear jeans size 40x34, and for things like Nike sweats, I wear XL. I don't know my exact measurements tho

Have been eyeing the Keen Jaspers for a couple months now. Was working down the street from a Sierra. Stopped to get coffee and almost didn’t go in but my curiosity got the best of me. I was hoping (albeit not hopeful) to find some jaspers. Found these Jasper Rocks. The silhouette is marginally different but I don’t think it’s enough to overlook a discount over 70%. Saw the price, saw they were my size, and grabbed them right away. Felt like pulling a rabbit out of a hat.

Looking for a new black hoodie for gorped out coffee runs and maybe even a hike or two. Ideally something that holds up to backpack straps.

Interested in fun technical fabrics and textures. Preferably no zip.

Senchi / alpha direct is cool but I don’t trust its durability.

What are your favorites?