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When you’re with your significant other, every day is special. But why not make Valentine’s Day the most special one of all? Whether you’re climbing, staying in, or heading into town for dinner, the Bivouac team has you covered for outfitting any type of date. Check out our ideas below!Climbing Date: WomenYour outfit for the climbing gym has to be cute, yet sensible – something you can sweat in, before grabbing a beer after you climb. We recommend starting with a graphic tank from the North Face … read more

Written by Alex R., Men’s FashionFounded: 1957Country of Origin: CanadaFamous for: Ultra heavy-duty cold weather gear, down parkas, supplying gear to the United States Antarctic Program (USAP)Social and Environmental Responsibility initiatives: insistence on keeping supply and manufacturing processes in Canada (resulting in ethical wages and provision of a reasonable standard of living for hundreds of Canadian artisans), ethical harvesting of coyote fur and duck down in accordance with internati … read more

Written by Alex R., Men’s FashionFounded: 1991Country of Origin: CanadaFamous for: Innovative climbing gear, Bora daypacks, Theta AR hardshell, materials science advances with GORE-TEX fabrics, Veillance techwear lineSocial and Environmental Responsibility initiatives: International Down and Feather Laboratory-audited down suppliers, internal and external ethics audit processes for all Arc’teryx manufacturing facilities, First-World manufacturing in Vancouver Factory, “Bird’s Nest” all-weather g … read more

Ahh, Michigan in September: balmy nights, the Fall transition, tailgates, and football. Before you know it, the air will grow cool, the trees in the Law Quad will flash brilliant orange and red, and cider mill season will be upon us all.Kinda makes it hard to believe that snow is only a month away, right? Not to be a buzzkill, but winter is coming, Jon Snow. Don’t get left out in the cold (literally) – check out our simple, easy-to-follow Student Survival Guide and start preparing early!1. Insul … read more

It’s 2015. We have wearable technology, hydrogen-powered cars, and a smartphone app that translates foreign languages in real time. Is our best solution for staying cool, looking good, and retaining dexterity really just “use less cotton”? Dozens of outdoor brands beg to differ. As sundress season approaches climax, the line between “technical garment” and, well, “garment” blurs more with each passing day. The outdoor heritage of brands like Patagonia, Nau, and prAna was previously tapped f … read more