outdoor clothing for men

Outdoor clothing for men is essential when exploring nature – whether that means hiking the mountains, camping in the woods or simply exploring your local park. Look for moisture-wicking base layers to keep you dry and comfortable, along with insulated jackets and pants to stay warm in cold environments.

Patagonia and The North Face have quickly become fashionable fashion houses over time. As seen on Louis Vuitton and Balenciaga runways, outdoor-inspired gear and high fashion menswear have begun merging together.

Base Layers

A comfortable baselayer should help regulate body temperature while wicking away moisture, keeping you at an ideal body temperature and eliminating sweat odor. Merino wool is an excellent material, being super soft on your skin while resisting odor. Smartwool’s Classic Thermal tops the list in terms of warm yet breathable thermal comfort; other choices include Patagonia Lightweight Capilene Crew and Outdoor Research Echo Layers both long sleeve and hooded styles from this category.

Synthetic baselayers also make great options, and there are numerous choices available to you. One such synthetic option is the REI Co-op Merino 185 half-zip which is lightweight yet offers a flatter fit to prevent sagging or riding up while you move – its flatter cut helps prevent this issue completely. Unfortunately though, its short sleeves make hillwalking impossible for this particular piece.

Outdoor brands increasingly prioritize eco-friendly fabrics and materials in their baselayers. This can range from using responsibly sourced wool or recycled synthetics sourced from recycling facilities; recycled synthetics may include polyester recycled from recycling or an assortment of other synthetics that meet this criteria.

Hiking Pants or Shorts

As soon as you step off the trail and into thickets or talus fields, it will be crucial for you to have something like Prana’s Zion Stretch Slim trousers on hand – stretchy but rugged G-1000 fabric provides wind and water resistance, while still holding up during bushwhacking or rock scrambling expeditions.

Lightweight hiking pants are ideal for summer hikes as they provide highly breathable coverage that is easily adjusted into capri length when crossing small streams or traversing muddy sections of trail. Furthermore, lightweight trousers work just as well in colder climates for exploring snowfields or icefalls.

Columbia Silver Ridge Convertible pants offer maximum versatility for hikers who value versatility. Their loose fit and lightweight nylon blend provide superior ventilation when hiking in hot environments while still being tough enough to withstand bushwhacking, rock scrambling or bushwacking with ticks and mosquitos present. Furthermore, their zippered legs can be quickly unzipped if the temperature gets too warm or you need to cross streams quickly.

Technical Shirts

On the trail, you need a shirt that’s both comfortable and breathable. For optimal wicking properties to work best, hiking shirts should have loose-fitting fabric designed with UPF sun protection, reflective areas, and odor control mechanisms incorporated. This way you’ll remain feeling fresh as the adventure unfolds.

Patagonia’s 4.5-ounce recycled polyester jersey, which features supremely soft material that effectively wicks sweat while being equipped with Polygiene permanent odor control, makes a perfect summer running and everyday wear selection. We also love their Blackstrap Brackish button-up that pairs a classic relaxed style with technical capabilities such as excellent moisture-wicking and 50+ UPF sun protection; additionally it feels amazing against your skin without harboring smells like cotton does, meaning multiple trips without getting sweaty!

Rain Jacket

If you plan to hike, climb, or participate in other physical activities that challenge both limbs and lungs, performance rain gear is essential to making these experiences worthwhile. Look for jackets featuring either Gore-Tex or eVent membranes in Layer 2.

These waterproof/breathable layers tend to be tougher and more flexible than their 3-layer counterparts, providing more pliable comfort with premium features such as pit zips for venting heat; hipbelt-friendly raised hand pockets and adjustable helmet-compatible hoods.

Patagonia Torrentshell 3L jackets provide all-around solid backpacking rainwear. Boasting sleek Patagonia style and an extensive variety of colorways at an approachable price tag with high-performance chops that’ll last through multiple thru-hikes at minimum, its Gore-Tex membrane and fully taped seams ensure its surprising lightweight construction, plus water-resistant zippers and hood compatibility that allows it to tuck easily into most backcountry headwear hoods – plus there’s even an exterior chest pocket to make storage and transport even easier!