Derrick Knowles

Dec 9, 2024 | outthereoutdoors.com | Derrick Knowles

These organic cotton pants with a bit of stretch provide the perfect balance between comfort and timeless good looks. The durable construction means they’ll stand up to years of outdoor adventures and everyday use. I love the deep hand pockets and addition of a zippered security pocket. I can wear them and feel equally at home out walking a trail or sitting down for dinner at a nice restaurant. MSRP: $90. Mountainkhakis.com

Dec 7, 2024 | outthereoutdoors.com | Derrick Knowles

A cool expansion of Xtratuf’s popular Ankle Deck Boots, this collegiate and professional sports team themed collection is ideal for anyone wanting to show off their team spirit. There’s a reason it seems like just about everyone in Alaska owns a few pairs of Xtratuf boots; they’re waterproof and perfect for the Inland NW shoulder season, from mucking around in your yard to tailgating, and now you can get rowdy in a pair at your favorite team’s watch party.

Oct 16, 2024 | outthereoutdoors.com | Derrick Knowles

Despite my best intentions to pack all of the stuff for three humans and a hound in our campervan in a sane and organized way, our camping trips rarely unfold as orderly as planned. Gregory’s Alpaca collection can help reign in the camping chaos, and the gear we tried went a long way in that regard. Notably, the Alpaca collection that includes gear baskets, boxes, pods, totes, duffels, and a gear wagon, is backed up by Gregory’s lifetime warranty.

Oct 14, 2024 | outthereoutdoors.com | Derrick Knowles

I hauled a pair of these tactical trekking pants on a wilderness rafting trip in Hells Canyon this summer with the intention of testing their mettle on some of the most rugged, bush wacky, and rattlesnake- and thorn-infested trails I’ve ever walked. Regrettably, the 110* F temps meant I spent my off-boat time in shorts in or near the water. A few weeks later, I got the chance to give them a good shakedown while shore fishing and hiking on the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska.

Oct 13, 2024 | outthereoutdoors.com | Derrick Knowles

This innovative chameleon of coolers comes at a time when climate change consistently serves up hotter-than-historically-usual temps that can make outdoor outings a hot mess. The Icy Breeze Ultimate Cooler will keep your drinks or snacks cold one minute, then offer up portable AC cooling for your tent, camp or boat (up to 2.5 hours). It also has a three-hour misting function.