Among the Clouds on the Appalachian Trail - Part 1

Among the Clouds on the Appalachian Trail - Part 1

In the summer of 2020 I packed up my little Honda Fit, drove across the country, and embarked on a journey by foot all the way from Georgia to Maine...
Hitting the Ground Running with the New Cloudburst Jacket

Hitting the Ground Running with the New Cloudburst Jacket

February 2nd, 2021 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Showers Pass Continues Innovation in Waterproof Jacket Design Portland, OR – Showers Pass today introduces the Cloudburst Jacket: the first running-specific rain jacket...
Peeling Back the Layers: What's the Difference Between 2, 2.5 and 3 Layer Waterproof Jackets

Peeling Back the Layers: What's the Difference Between 2, 2.5 and 3 Layer Waterproof Jackets

As the days shorten and temperatures begin to drop, cycling and other outdoor activities can become a less appealing or more challenging proposition. The right gear can help keep you...
Tips for Cycling with Children

Tips for Cycling with Children

Learning to ride a bike is one of life’s great milestones. For a child, the horizon has suddenly expanded enormously and distances that previously seemed insurmountable can now be covered...
Why is Merino Wool Great for Outdoor Activities

Why is Merino Wool Great for Outdoor Activities

Why is Merino wool such a good choice for both cold and warm climates when it comes to temperature control and comfort? Give the post a read to find out all the benefits of Merino wool!
Fishing with Showers Pass

Fishing with Showers Pass

I rarely catch giant fish, or “river pigs” as they are also called on the waters. Some days I don't catch anything at all. But when I'm fly fishing, I find that I get lost in my own mind while feeling extremely connected to my surroundings. That’s the real beauty of it.
How to Restore DWR for Waterproof Apparel

How to Restore DWR for Waterproof Apparel

DWR is short for Durable Water Repellent, and it is the first line of defense against inclement weather, preventing the face fabric of your waterproof jacket and pants from becoming saturated.
HAD I JUST BEEN HIT BY LIGHTNING? LIVING WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS BY AARON EDGE

HAD I JUST BEEN HIT BY LIGHTNING? LIVING WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS BY AARON EDGE

Riding a bicycle along the coast from Santa Barbara to Santa Monica is stressful, always. It’s an incredibly romantic notion to think that the beauty of Southern California’s coast can...
Everything you Need to Know About Mountain Biking in the Rain

Everything you Need to Know About Mountain Biking in the Rain

Not every day can be blue skies and sunshine. But every day CAN be a great day to go mountain biking... with a little planning and the right gear.  ...
Spring Sale

Spring Sale

 It's finally Spring! Get 15% off sitewide at Showers Pass UK when you enter the code: SPRING15 at checkout between March 20th - 22nd. SHOP MEN'S SHOP WOMEN'S SHOP GEAR  
The City that Tamed Cars

The City that Tamed Cars

Nijmegen: The City That Tamed Cars So People Can Walk & Bike Where They Please from STREETFILMS on Vimeo. Nijmegen is a small Dutch city that had redesigned it's infrastructure to...
Father's Day Sale!

Father's Day Sale!

Get Dad what he really wants this year, new cycling gear!   Save 10% on your entire purchase when you enter the code 10FORDAD at checkout June 14th - Sunday...