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New Spring 2026 Hiking Apparel from Outdoor Research

  • 2026-04-13 10:08:02
    Outdoor Research has a heap of new apparel for Spring 2026, and two of our favourites are the Timberline Utility Pant and the Astroman Short Sleeve Sun Shirt. This pant and shirt combo is perfect for outdoor adventures like hiking and camping, while still being refined and non-technical enough to wear to work or around town.

    The Timberline Utility Pant is made from a stretchy, durable, and water-resistant bluesign® approved fabric that moves with you, making it incredibly comfortable and versatile. Some of the top features of the Timberline Utility Pant include double-layer fabric at the right-hand pocket for carrying a jackknife and a hidden right thigh security zippered pocket.

    Outdoor Research Timberline Utility Pants

    The Astroman Short Sleeve Sun Shirt is Outdoor Research’s best-selling lightweight, technical sun shirt, named after the legendary route in Yosemite Valley. It’s built with the brand’s AirVent™ technology and provides a UPF rating of 30–50+. The fabric is lightweight and breathable with a relaxed fit, making it ideal for hot summer days. Made from bluesign® approved recycled materials, the shirt also features built-in movement-mirroring stretch that makes it exceptionally comfortable and breathable. A hidden chest pocket and snap-front closure give the Astroman Sun Shirt a clean, simple aesthetic.

    Outdoor Research Astroman Short Sleeve Sun Shirt

    This dynamic duo is perfect for the adventurer who wants to keep their wardrobe minimal while easily transitioning from the crag, trail, or campsite to their day job and back again.

    Features:
    Outdoor Research Timberline Utility Pants
    • 16" leg opening on size 32
    • Articulated knees
    • Back drop-in pockets
    • Double-layer fabric at right-hand pocket for knife
    • Drop-in hand pockets
    • Gusseted crotch
    • Hidden right thigh security zip pocket
    • Left thigh zip cargo pocket
    • Metal shank button
    • Abrasion resistant
    • Breathable
    • DWR treatment for water resistance
    • Quick drying
    • Built-in stretch
    • UPF 50+
    Outdoor Research Astroman Short Sleeve Sun Shirt
    • Breathable and lightweight
    • Movement-mirroring stretch
    • Wicking fabric that dries quickly
    • UPF 30
    • Left welt chest snap pocket
    • Tonal ring snap front closure
    • AirVent™ inner back yoke
    • Shirt-tail hem
    Fabric:
    Outdoor Research Timberline Utility Pants
    Bluesign® approved 95% nylon, 5% spandex

    Outdoor Research Astroman Short Sleeve Sun Shirt
    Bluesign® approved 85% recycled nylon, 15% spandex

    Specs:
    Outdoor Research Timberline Utility Pants
    Price: $164.95 CAD / $135 USD
    Colours: Pro Khaki, Charcoal, Ranger Green

    Outdoor Research Astroman Short Sleeve Sun Shirt
    Price: $109.95 CAD / $99 USD
    Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
    Colours: Ranger Green Plaid, Gold Nebula Plaid, Maldives Plaid, Ranger Green, Galactic Plaid, Cenote