In this episode of High Twist, Ben and Bruce discuss hiking attire, focusing on the balance between performance and style for day hikes and short overnight trips. They explore various clothing options, from pants and shirts to shoes and hats, sharing their personal preferences and experiences. The hosts dive into the pros and cons of different materials, particularly comparing cotton to synthetic fabrics, and discuss the importance of fit and functionality in outdoor gear. They also touch on the challenges of finding stylish yet practical hiking clothes and offer suggestions for brands and items that have worked well for them. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the importance of comfort and versatility in hiking wear, while also considering aesthetics for those who want to look good on the trail.

Items:

Drake’s Tropical Wool Trouser

Mashburn MTM Shirt

Mashburn Ghost Blazer

Vollebak Off Grid Lightweight Pants

Vollebak Off Grid Shirt

Wearing Hair - Articles of Interest

American Space Cowboys - Die! Workwear

Arc’teryx Hiking Pants

Fjällräven Hiking Pants

Kuiu Sun Hoodie

Triple Aught Design Atlas Hoodie

Filson Washed Feather Cloth Shirt

Mountain Hardware Canyon Shirt

Nike Zegama

Nike SFB Carbon

Diemme Roccia Vet

Paraboot Avioraz

Danner Jag

Tilly Hat

Filson Summer Packet Hat

Filson Insulated Packet Hat

Filson Tin Cloth Bush Hat

Bruce Layman is the author of A Well Worn Dispatch, a newsletter about giving a damn and feeling good in the clothes you’re wearing.

Ben Brooks has been writing about bags, gear, clothes and more on The Brooks Review since 2010.

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