Author Cole Soldwisch

With the winter season coming to a close here in Buffalo, New York, it is about time to swap back to my set of Proxes Sport all seasons. Removing Toyo’s Observe GSi-6 performance winter tires marks the end...

If you’ve heard of Arc’teryx, you’ve heard of the Atom LT Hoody.  With over 500 user reviews and counting, the Atom LT needs little introduction. Trusted by athletes across many disciplines, the Atom...

Born out of love for the game of Golf, LINKSOUL has grown its modern golf collection to a range of technical and casual garments. We were afforded the opportunity to test out a few winter items that are...

Earlier last year we had a chance to check out a family of products from Quad Lock, a company that designs smartphone mounting systems for active folks.  From biking to running & lifting to adrenaline...

The UpLift Standing Desk has completely changed my work from home experience. When my office closed at the onset of the pandemic, I did not have a full-sized desk in my apartment. I brought my 27” iMac home...

It’s that time of year again, gift season! This Christmas, it is especially important to spread some cheer to your loved ones after this tough year.  We put together a fantastic list of products with a...

Shortly after finishing up our work-from-home collection review, Western Rise gave us a chance to check out their active collection. The collection has three main pieces – the Spectrum Jogger, the Movement...

The trusted name in blending, updated with modern comforts.  The Ascent Series A3500 pairs Vitamix’s famous high-performance chopping, blending, and pureeing power with teach-forward features including...

This summer season, I was in search of a stove system that would expand my options for camp cooking. I wanted a system that felt more natural and versatile than a standard screw-on burner without the form...

I love being out in the wildness, having fires, and stargazing as much as the next guy, but I have a hard time even sleeping in a bed at home. The news of Thermarest’s Topo™ Luxe 4-inch-thick sleeping pad...

Dropping off a hard climb is standard business for climbers all around, but Asana’s Superhero Chaos is there to make tough falls just a bit more bearable – in more than one way.  Not only is the...

Unlike Arc’teryx’s usual array of technical gear offerings, the Fraser Jacket is a standout addition to the lineup for 2020. More akin to pieces found at Arc’teryx’s luxury urban wear brand, Veilance,...