NCC: Tell us about Mountain Life Apparel (MLA). Where did the idea come from, and where do you want to see the company go in the future? BM: I am the owner of MLA, along with my brother Bo Montgomery.

And if you’re in the market for winter gear built decidedly for the latter, it’s hard to beat Mountain Hardwear, despite some serious competition in the space. In 2025, you mostly see Mountain ...