River & Trail Talk

There’s a new shoe brand that arrived at River & Trail Outdoor Co. and we are very excited about it. Topo Athletic has officially hit our shelves in May 2025! Maybe you’ve already heard of them? They’ve been growing fast over the past decade as more runners catch on to their comfort and performance. If you haven’t heard of Topo Athletic, let’s talk about why we th …

When something is bluesign® certified, it means that item meets strict environmental and safety standards set by the Swiss company: bluesign® technologies. They work with the textile industry and are involved in every step of the production process. What is bluesign? It is an independent certification system that ensures factories and brands utilize better chemicals and manufacturing proce …

There’s a new brand that arrived to River & Trail Outdoor Co. in spring 2025. If you’ve been searching for high quality athleisure apparel that are built to last, keep reading. Vuori brings a fresh perspective on performance apparel and lifestyle clothing. They care about the planet and are committed to quality products created ethically and built on sustainability. They offer tra …

Whether you are looking for an everyday pair of durable, high quality sunglasses or some eyewear to enhance your visibility on a run or ride - SMITH Optics sunglasses are an excellent choice! They originally kicked things off with handmade innovative ski goggles in 1965, and are still based in Idaho, USA. Since then, they’ve expanded to eyewear, helmets and more. If you’ve shoppe …

Imagine you’ve spent months planning and preparing for the trip of a lifetime, only for it to get halted halfway due to a gear failure. This is exactly what happened to Ron Gregg in 1980 and ultimately what led him to create an outdoor gear company based on problem solving. That company is Outdoor Research and it’s one of the brands we proudly carry at River & Trail. Let’s talk about why we lo …