Durable, breathable, and ready for whatever your summer throws at you.

When the Sierra sun starts blazing, your gear choices matter. Whether you’re exploring granite ridgelines, chasing alpine lakes, or relaxing at the trailhead brewery, you want clothes that move with you—and work as hard as you do. That’s where KÜHL’s Summer Collection comes in.

Built for warm-weather adventures and everyday versatility, this curated lineup combines rugged performance with laid-back style. It’s the kind of apparel we trust for life above 5,000 feet—and while we haven’t Field tested these specific pieces (yet), KÜHL remains one of our most respected brands for functional comfort and trail-to-town design.

Men’s Summer Highlights

  • KÜHL Breeze – $75
    Lightweight and breathable, this short-sleeve button-up handles heat and humidity with ease.
  • Silencr Kargo Short – $79
    Built for the trail, but clean enough for town—stretchy, water-resistant, and ready for everything.
  • Brazen KÜHLDRY Polo – $65
    Technical enough for a hike, styled for a backyard BBQ. Wicks sweat and never clings.

👉 Shop the KÜHL Men’s Summer Collection
Available now through August 31, 2025

Women’s Summer Picks

  • Trekr Pull-On Kapri – $89
    A hiker’s favorite: stretchy, breathable capris made to move on or off trail.
  • Vantage Skort – $69
    The active skort done right—stylish, functional, and surprisingly versatile.
  • Remi Tee – $50
    A flattering fit meets KÜHL-level performance in this essential warm-weather layer.

👉 Shop the KÜHL Women’s Summer Collection
Available now through August 31, 2025

Why KÜHL?

You’ve probably seen the name around campgrounds, alpine trailheads, and ski towns. There’s a reason. KÜHL continues to design gear that holds up in the Sierra—from granite boulders in Tuolumne to the breezy pine trails of Carson Pass.

We’ll be bringing you more field-tested KÜHL gear reviews in our Fall and Spring 2026 issues, but if you’re building your warm-weather wardrobe now, this summer drop is well worth a look.

🧭 Sierra Tested Brands. Real Outdoor Value.
At Sierra Rec Magazine, we only highlight trusted brands. While we haven’t field tested every item on this list, KÜHL’s track record in the Sierra speaks for itself.