I hate mosquitos even though they evidently love me to no end. And I’m not down with spraying DEET all over myself. So to say that I was stoked to put Jack Wolfskin’s Lakeside collection of mosquito-proof pants, shirts, and jacket to the test in a swarm of the little blood sucking bastards is an understatement. Take that Upper Priest Lake in June and mosquito-hell lake in the Selkirks in July!

The shirt, pants, and jacket all use a proprietary fabric technology of tightly-woven organic cotton that is breathable yet impenetrable to mosquitos and other unsavory, biting insects.

And unlike pesticide-treated bugproof clothing, Jack Wolfskin’s Lakeside Collection of mosquito-proof technology is biocide free, sustainably made, stays effective through endless washings, and provides protection from UVA and UVB rays (UPF 40+).

MSRP: $79.99-99.55. Sizing available for all genders. Us.jackwolfskin.com

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With a deep chest zipper and back yoke with ventilation openings, this shirt is ideal for biking and running or long, sweaty hikes.

The stand-up collar and invisible zip breast pocket compliment the stylish checkered pattern and, like pretty much all of Maloja’s activewear apparel, the attractive designs transition from trail to pub without a hitch.

MSRP: $159. Malojaclothing.com

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California Cowboy’s Tropic shirt, for starters, has some pretty sweet designs that reinvent the style a bit on top of relaxed-fitting stretch fabric construction. And then there are the utilitarian features like special pockets for your phone and another for your favorite chilled beverage.

This thing is like a tactical shirt for beach bums, and I say mahalo to that.

MSRP: $115. Shop.californiacowboy.com

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Dance around the campfire late into the night and hit the rock or trail in the morning in these high-performance, stretchy jeans that move with your body in every direction. 

The deep pockets are a major bonus for keeping track of your adventure essentials too. Choose from a classic five-pocket jean or a Workhorse Edition in traditional Blue denim with reinforced knees, minimalist side leg pocket, and a utility/tool belt loop. 

There are several fit options too. The jeans are 100% vegan friendly and ship in compostable packaging and shipping bags. (Wil Wheaton)

MSRP: $138. Boulderdenim.com

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