Kristin Choi, Merchandise Manager for Backcountry.com shares the latest in women’s apparel for every woman that wants to be a backcountry babe.
HIKING/CAMPING
If hiking and camping are where your interests lie, Kristin recommends investing in comfortable, lightweight technical clothing that wicks and dries quickly.
• Wear comfortable, lightweight, breathable clothing.
• Hike in shoes with a ventilated upper and grabbing sole.
• Opt for a women’s specific pack. It should fit you!
• Choose a hyper-accurate altimeter watch.
Clothing as seen on the model
• Pant: Cloudveil Cool Short, $49.95
• Shirt: Mountaint Hardwear Lightning Halter, $29.95
• Shoe: Garmont Nagevi Hiking Shoe, $89.95
• Watch: Highgear Aerial Altimeter, Charcoal, $124.95
• Sunglasses: Smith Interlock 01, $138.95
• Other: Arc’teryx Maia 50 Backpack, $449.06
TRAIL-RUNNING
When participating in trail running, you want to invest in a good pair of shoes specifically designed for the trail. A good pair of shoes will take into account both stability and traction.
• Running skorts are in! Choose a pair that wicks and dries quickly.
• Wear durable, stable trail running shoes with good traction.
• Find a light, comfortable hydration pack with an easy-access drinking tube.
• Choose a water resistant heart rate monitor/watch with a comfortable chest strap.
Clothing as seen on the model:
• Pant: GoLite Calamity Jane Skirt, $54.95
• Shirt: Sugoi Circa Tank, $54.95
• Shoe: Salomon XA Pro 3D XCR Trail Running Shoe, $124.95
• Watch: Nike Timing Triax C5 Heart Rate Monitor, $88.95
• Sunglasses: Oakley Radar Straight Stem, $155.00
• Other: Camelbak Hydrobak, $29.95
TRAVEL
When hitting the road, your most important investment will be a well-made, expandable, stylish roller bag.
• Choose a fast-drying, wrinkle-resistant, SPF-rated (and stylish) clothing.
• Go for stylish sandals with a comfortable footbed.
• Pack expandable rolling luggage with slit-level inner compartments and outside pockets.
• Eliminate glare and improve vision clarity with polarized sunglasses.
Clothing as seen on the model:
• Pant: Lole Istanbul Capri, $54.95
• Shirt: Contourwear Wrap Tank, $35.95
• Shoe: Chaco Angelica Sandal, $114.95
• Watch: Polar AXN700 Altimeter, $429.95
• Sunglasses: Maui Jim South Shore Polarized, $229.00
• Other: Dakine Over/under Roller, $129.95
For more information on products visit www.backcountry.com
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