Tips & Gear Info (Our Blog)

With our Kids' Elevated Insulator, our goal was to make the best kids' puffy jacket. Here, we share our R&D findings and final technology choices that went into our design.

UPF clothing is a game-changer for sun protection in the outdoors. This article explains why, how it's made, and what to look for.

Part 2 of 2:  Here are 5 more kid-centric features in our line of gear for skiing, snowboarding, or just playing for hours in the snow. Which is your favorite?

We design our kids' outdoor gear specifically with kids in mind. Here are 5 of the kid-centric features in our upcoming winter products for skiing, snowboarding, or just playing for hours in the snow.

Waterproofness and breathability of kid's winter jackets, ski pants, and snowboard pants is often confusing. With this post, we hope to decipher some of the lingo, cut through the confusion, and he...

Seam taping (also called seam sealing) is the application of a strip of waterproof tape over the seams created where different panels of fabric are sewn together. Each stitch in a seam creates a sm...

Waterproofness and Breathability ratings are separate measurements but are presented together because it is the single waterproof/breathable membrane that accomplishes both. In this post, we deciph...

A DWR is a coating that is applied to the outer (face) fabric of a jacket or pant. It permeates the fabric and creates a thin layer of protection against moisture. 

Insulated hardshell, separate layers, or "3-in-1?" This latest blog post breaks down the differences and will help you understand the SHRED DOG approach.