Author Cole Soldwisch

Purchased new, my 2017 WRX was delivered with stock performance summer tires. While the sticky compound and stiff sidewalls were great for cornering and overall handling, they were loud, unforgiving, and saw...

Road shoes, mountain bike shoes, gravel shoes…how about commuter shoes? In a crowded market of cycling shoes, DZR’s unique offering of slick everyday-wear shoes stand out.  Combining style cues from...

Folks spend countless hours researching, comparing, and vetting frame materials, groupsets, wheel sizes, and more. It is all too easy to get caught up in the technical details of cycling, and similarly, all...

Finally! A scooter that looks as good as it performs. Unquestionably more attractive than the droves of rideshare scooters strewn about the streets, Unagi’s Model One isn’t just all looks.  With dual...

When on the hunt for a new helmet and glasses kit, I look for compatibility in a few key areas: looks, storage, and comfort. Looks because I love a good colorway match, storage for when skies go gray, and...

We’re in the midst of a fundamental shift in the perception, design, and use of athletic clothing. Athletic clothes are no longer for the gym only - they’re of an elevated status, and with it, an elevated...

Metolius’ Basic Crash Pad is an all-black, stripped-down version of the Session II Crash Pad at a stripped-down price. For $130 dollars and free shipping, Metolius seriously undercut the market with this...

Why can’t clothing look good and perform? A question us gear nerds have been asking for a very long time. Western Rise is one of a few brands that has changed the style stigma associated with technical...

After months of indoor training in La Sportiva’s Skwama climbing shoe, I knew I wanted to switch to a stiffer shoe for the fast-approaching outdoor season. Luckily, La Sportiva has a tried and true Solution....

Over the past couple years, hammock camping has completely redefined the definition of a tent. Camping hammock setups are not only lightweight, but extremely versatile as they eliminate the need for dry, flat,...

I’ve been climbing consistently for almost a year since Central Rock Gym opened up in Western New York. After burning through my first pair of beginner shoes in less than three months, I was on the hunt for...

The Aer Travel Pack 2 is a sleek urban backpack designed from the ground up for one bag travel, but its minimalist look makes it equally suitable for everyday carry. Over several months of testing, I found...