Ibex Momentum Jacket

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The variable weather of fall, when near-freezing temps in the morning can give way to 60-degree afternoons, then plummet back to the 40s or colder at night, requires equally versatile climate protection. Ibex’s Momentum Jacket is up this ever-shifting task. The recycled poly front affords serious wind protection, and strategically-placed thin merino wool panels on the inside add a touch of all-natural, wicking warmth exactly where you want it. The plaid design is fashion-forward enough to easily transition from commute to cocktails, and while the jacket boasts loads of cycle-friendly features (a reflective stripe on the back, a dropped back hem, elastic cuffs, a zippered back stash pocket) the Momentum is equally at home while kayaking, hiking, or combating the extreme a/c of regional airports and movie theaters.

$195

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Kaenon Hard Kore Sunglasses

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As with all gear, sunglasses are becoming increasingly more sport-specific. But we like ones that adapt to a variety of activities. The Hard Kore fits that bill. The highly functional shades boast ergonomic rubber temples and nose pad, and its lightweight, durable frame appeals to our sporty nature, but doesn’t scream “Olympic wanna be.” The polarized lenses are “8 Base Curve,” which (in lens-lingo) means that they maintain their optics, despite a wrapped shape. The lenses are dark enough for bright sun, but have sufficient light transmission so that you’ll not stumble in dark conditions–and please, don’t wear the things at night. Only blues musicians are that cool.