La Sportiva Technical Climbing Apparel

The Boulder-based manufacturer releases a new line of women's active attire with style

Technical climbing apparel often has its fair share of sartorial drawbacks considering its demographic tends to move often and pack light—for female rock hoppers stylish yet functional choices are especially rare. Always compelled to pack light for trips, climbers might rely on one pair of pants for their entire outing—no matter how damaged they may have become after a week on the rock, and no …

Upslope Brewing Company

Canned craft beer from the mountains of Colorado, brewed with snowmelt and Patagonian hops

Cracking open a cold one in the great outdoors shouldn’t mean lowering your standards. While many favorite brews are bottle-bound, the crew at Upslope Brewing Company of Boulder, Colorado knows good things can come in cans. CH tested three of Upslope’s libations for freshness, palate and body. Upslope takes inspiration from its surroundings when it comes to ingredients. As the bulk of the water used …