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Urban to Trail: Lifestyle Apparel for the Adventurer

By Clay Abney Published August 6, 2021

From underwear to outerwear and footwear to eyewear, those of us that live an adventurous lifestyle love to have a complimentary wardrobe.

We picked our end-of-winter favorites that easily carry over into spring.

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Underwear

With an array of options comprised of materials ranging from Modal to Merino, MyPakage is our favorite option for providing the support and comfort we need for all of life’s activities.

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Pants

We all have that one pair of pants that are so comfortable that we dread the day that we have to replace them. Here are four options to consider for when that day comes, though, we recommend investing in one of these sooner than later: Mountain Khakis (flannel lined), Arc’teryx and Royal Robbins and Toad & Co.

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Arc'teryx Texada Pant — Arc’teryx Texada Pant Image used with permission by copyright holder

Royal Robbins Billy Goat 5 Pocket Pant — Royal Robbins Billy Goat 5 Pocket Pant Image used with permission by copyright holder

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Shirts

The traditional logo shirt from Patagonia is perfect under a hoody. While designed as a technical cycling jersey, the piece from Club Ride Apparel is a stylish stand-alone option taking you from trail to town and back.

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Flannel Shirt

No wardrobe is complete without this comfortable, casual and classic staple. Four of our favorites: Toad & Co., Patagonia, Mountain Khakis and Club Ride Apparel.

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Patagonia Fjord Flannel Shirt — Patagonia Fjord Flannel Shirt Image used with permission by copyright holder

Mountain Khakis Peaks Flannel Shirt — Mountain Khakis Peaks Flannel Shirt Image used with permission by copyright holder

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Related: Fall Trends – It’s Flannel Season

The Hoody

Nothing beats the comfort of a well worn hoody. This full zip version from Patagonia is sure to become a favorite. Take your hoody to the next level where technical design meets stylish performance with the Arc’teryx Covert Hoody (full-zip) or the Voormi High-E Hoodie (pullover).

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Arc'teryx Covert Hoody — Arc’teryx Covert Hoody Image used with permission by copyright holder

Voormi High-E Hoodie — Voormi High-E Hoodie Image used with permission by copyright holder

Footwear

Your feet take you everywhere and they deserve to be protected in style. Be ready for any occasion from urban to trail with selection from LOWA, Garmont, Bogs and Salewa.

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Johnny Chukka Men's Waterproof Boots by Bogs — Johnny Chukka Men’s Waterproof Boots by Bogs Image used with permission by copyright holder

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