Kate Hoch

Jul 21, 2024 | treelinereview.com | Naomi Hudetz |Liz Thomas |Sam Schild |Kate Hoch

Where it’s made: Newport, OregonGearmaker: Joe LaPointeI’ve historically rested firmly in the wool base layer camp — wool offers great insulation even when it’s wet, the material isn’t terribly bulky, and it's light enough to avoid being a burden in my pack. I was surprised, then, to discover just how much I love Alpha Direct, a lightweight  fleece that’s used in Farpointe’s cult favorite Camp Pants.