GEAR FOR THE SEASON

Keep your fishing rod safe when you’re traveling with this sturdy case built from recycled fabric. The laminate is designed to protect from elements you’ll encounter when you’re on the move, and the case also has adjustable internal storage to keep essential gear organized. $239 patagonia.com

If you haven’t tried a Melin hat yet, don’t wait. The Pace is their first design that is specifically for running, featuring an innovative seven-panel style. The Pace is lightweight and machine washable, so don’t be shy to wear it and sweat in it! $69 melin.com

These sneaker boots are ideal for the spring thaw, because they’re light and stylish while also being waterproof. Full-grain leather makes for an attractive look, and the wicking mesh lining helps prevent foot sweat and also has an anti-odor treatment. We did find that the heel tabs could use more reinforcement. $165 forsake.com

Louisville, Colorado-based PEARL iZUMi teamed up with the Looptworks upcycling company to turn excess materials into the pieces in this collection, which includes a ride wallet, seat bag, convertible handlebar bag/hip pack (pictured here), stand-alone hip pack and a duffle bag. $60 pearlizumi.com

Think of how much you love your car seat heater, and then think about how you can take something like it with you for your camp chair or stadium seat. This portable heater warms up any seat with a handheld control to customize the level of heat, and the dense pad makes outdoor lounging more comfortable. It’s compatible with USB-C Power Delivery (PD) power banks and other 12V power supplies. $79.99 ignik.com

Add extra comfort to nature time with Tarpestry’s outdoor blankets. They are water-repellent and UVresistant, and you can lay them out for a clean and dry surface when you’re having a picnic or practicing yoga. Also, protect yourself from sun and rain when you hang one up by its corner grommet rings. $154-244 tarpestry.com

The adventure-ready Venture Pouches made by Hiker’s Brew make it easy to bring along what you need for that perfect cup of joe. Each pouch contains enough grounds for two to four cups of coffee. Six varieties are available, including the Mile Marker medium roast and the chocolatey Some Mores. $17.99 per four-pack hikersbrewcoffee.com

When you live in a place where outdoor biking is a three-season sport, you need a versatile shirt to ride along with you. This temperature-flexing top can be worn when it’s a little chilly out and also when the heat is on. The lightweight merino fabric blend is soft against the skin, so you’re not sacrificing comfort for tech when it comes to your kit. $95 kitsbow.com

All-Paca Poncho

One-size-fits-most is the vibe of this poncho that’s made from 100% baby alpaca fleece with no added synthetics. It’s perfect to have as a go-to throw in the living room or the office, and it’s highly packable, so the temperature regulating properties of the alpaca fleece is great for travel. $175 appalachiangearcompany.com

When it’s dawn or dusk and you still want to pedal, these lights come with a rear light, seat post mount and USB-C charging cable. They switch between three modes quickly and easily pop on and off. $35 explorethousand.com

This pack is burly enough for adventure, but it’s lightweight and not cumbersome. We tested it on summer day hikes and short winter hut trips, and the three-zip design makes everything you need easy to grab. $189 mysteryranch.com