Life in Motion
How Durable are Plastic Belt Buckles?
When it comes to belts, the buckle plays an important role in both its functionality and durability. While traditional belts often use metal buckles, there’s been a growing trend towards plastic belt buckles— especially in performance, outdoor, and adventure belts like ours. But just how durable are plastic buckles, and...
5 Features to Look For in a High-Quality Adventure Belt
Whether you're hiking rugged trails, scaling a mountain, or backpacking from city to city, a high-quality adventure belt keeps your gear in place while offering comfort and durability. But how do you know whether the belt you’ve found online actually has those features? Before pressing “add to cart,” here are...
Behind the Scenes With the Hardware Belt
Last year, we released the long-awaited hardware belt: a belt that’s made to work hard day-in and day-out, and that’s built for tough environments without sacrificing on comfort. To the team at Arcade, this product was particularly exciting to release due to the amount of user feedback we received from...
4 Reasons to Wear a Belt Backcountry Skiing
Backcountry skiing is known for giving athletes and adventurers the opportunity to break the boundaries of traditional resort skiing to explore lesser known trails, unique terrain, and avoid crowds. But steering clear of crowds also means that the gear you carry with you – and how it fits on your...
7 Reasons To Buy From Outdoor Brands That Give Back
At Arcade, we’re in business to do good, not to do business as usual. In fact, the phrase “give a damn” is one we live by – which means a heck of a lot more than just making great products. To us, the phrase is about being a force of...
Skiing in Comfort: The Benefits of Wearing Suspenders
Whether you’re an experienced skier or just getting started, the right gear makes all the difference – because heading in early when your gear doesn’t fit right is no one’s favorite way to end the day. One piece of gear that’s often overlooked, but that helps with both your comfort...
5 Tips When Shopping For Elastic Stretch Belts Online
Founded by athletes and adventurers, the team at Arcade believes in the better belt: one built from comfortable, durable materials and designed to go anywhere and everywhere. That’s why we created our line of elastic stretch belts that prioritize function over all else – allowing you to move freely rather...
5 Tips For Getting the Proper Fit in Your Ski Wear
When hitting the slopes, making sure your gear fits correctly is important for achieving comfort, performance, and most importantly: overall enjoyment. Whether you’re an expert or a certified newbie, there’s a lot to learn when it comes to making sure your gear fits your properly – and stays that way. ...
Why Stretch Web Belts Are a Must-Have for Travelers
Whether you’re a frequent flier or occasional traveler, you know that the gear you bring on a trip needs to pull its weight. This is especially true if you’re headed on an outdoor adventure where the best gear is lightweight and multifunctional. We might be biased, but we’re firm believers...