Have you seen the forecast? The summer season is here and is predicted to last longer than normal. We’re seeing area trails filling up as locals, visitors, beginners, and intermediates alike head for the hills in search of outdoor adventure. And with it, is a wave of interest in clothing that will keep hikers in comfort while making a statement about their allegiance to #hikelife (follow it on Instagram).

We’re honored to say that Grindaholic is gaining ground in the community in this capacity, but for the uninitiated we thought we’d take a moment to share our thoughts on why our outdoor adventure t-shirts are tailor-made (pun intended) for you.

3 Reasons Why You Will Want to Rock a Grindaholic Shirt on Your Summer Hikes (and Beyond)

1. Comfort, Breathability, and Performance

Our original Grindaholic t-shirt is made from 100% Polyester Performance form fitting material which complements the upper contours of your torso while leaving plenty of breathing room for movement and high performance on the mountain without ever feeling as if the material is pulling while you bend, twist, and climb. While you’ll still sweat given that you’re hiking in the summer, you won’t get that sticky icky feeling that has you rushing to get changed at the end of the road.

Then there is the entire lineup of shirts in our store, including our men’s sleeveless t-shirts and women’s racerback tank tops for those especially hot days, be they here in the Pacific Northwest or under the blazing sun of Mexico.

2. It Can Be Worn Off the Mountain Too

Typical sport (basketball, football, hockey, soccer, etc.) enthusiasts wear their jerseys off the court, field, and rink as a fashion statement. It’s a way to show others where their allegiances lie, even though it can spark some not-so-friendly debate from time to time, especially during World Cup! Still, why should they be the only ones to share their love of their favorite pastime? As a brand, Grindaholic is fast becoming synonymous with the hiking lifestyle, and wearing the shirt is a stamp that tells people what you’re about. Better yet, it allows you to identify with others who feel the same (more on this in item #3 below).

Most of our customers and community members own more than one shirt so that they always have an extra one to wear on a summer morning, afternoon, or evening after hitting the trail. Wear yours with pride as you sit at your local cafe or while on a flight to your summer vacation destination. And stay tuned, you may see Grindaholic nightclub gear coming soon! Just kidding.

3. It Connects You to the Entire Outdoor Adventure Community

Those of you who already know about Grindaholic know that we’re much more than a hiking clothing brand. We’re a community, a group of outdoor enthusiasts that have formed a bond, not just out of a love for hiking, but for all forms of “play outside” adventure, a point that is quickly recognized in the outdoor activity heavy days of summer. We’re hikers, climbers, kayakers, surfers, stand-up paddlers, mountain bikers, and more. And when you put on a Grindaholic shirt, you instantaneously share a common thread (literally) with others who have shown the same allegiance. Join the tribe by picking up your shirt this summer.