Roland graduated with a degree in Outdoor Recreation Leadership in 2010 and has committed his life to pursuing, sharing, and providing opportunities for immersion and connection with the natural world. His passion for the outdoors has led him on a search to explore perfect granite splitters, frothing whitewater, whiskey-fueled campfires, and remote wild places the world through. He has been guiding rivers, backpacking, and climbing expeditions for 12 years all over the U.S. and Central America, and has taught land stewardship and environmental ethics as a Master Educator for the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. For 10 years now, he has lived out of vehicles exploring rocks and rivers, educating, and guiding. He currently splits his time co-directing wilderness courses for a Colorado high school experiential education program, providing freelance photography and writing, and having the most fun.
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Roland Mott
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How to Choose the Perfect Pair of Men's Long Underwear Bottoms
Ready to trade your dingey cotton long johns for a modern pair? Today's models fit, feel, and function MUCH better...How to Choose the Right Base Layer Top
Are you ready to trade in the dimpled cotton long johns of your youth for a base layer that works? We're here to help...Editors' Choice
SmartWool Merino 250 Crew Review
This is the Muhammad Ali of base layers. A heavy hitter in extreme cold but light on its feet with a superb ability to...REI Co-op Merino Midweight Bottoms Review
A simple and quality pair of 100% merino wool bottoms, this model offers great body temperature regulation...Icebreaker 200 Oasis Review
A base layer that's built to be a go-to layer for almost any situation. This top offers the benefits of a 100% Merino...Arc'teryx Phase AR Crew LS Review
This sub-$100 top from the Canadian manufacturer provides a warm and extremely durable synthetic base layer that is...REI Co-op Merino Midweight Review
This top didn't rise above the pack in any specific categories but earned consistently good scores in all of the...The North Face Warm Crew Review
With a great price point, this layer is a terrific option if you need a layer to keep you warm and comfortable in...Icebreaker Everyday Leggings Review
A comfortable pair of 100% merino wool bottoms that offer great comfort, a wide range of use across temperature and...Patagonia Capilene Lightweight Bottoms Review
An impressively lightweight and comfortable bottom that dries lightning fast, these offer a lighter alternative to the...Top Pick