Adventure doesn’t always follow a straight line. Sometimes it drops in at the skatepark, sometimes it trail runs up a steep incline, and sometimes it starts by getting lost on the road and ends under the desert stars.
For Brixton ambassador Jake Braun, the Journey Collection was built to handle all of it.
We handed Jake the new Journey Collection with one simple ask: wear it the way you'd actually wear it. No studio. No staging. Just real days on the California coast and on the high desert mountains, from dawn jogs to late-night hikes. What came back was proof that the best gear doesn't just look good in photos—it works when the day doesn't go as planned.
Joined by fellow ambassadors Austin Heilman and Ryan Townley, Jake packed up for a coastal-to-desert camping road trip through Southern California — skating parks along the way, hiking exposed ridgelines, trail running at night, and sleeping in tents beneath wide desert skies — all while pushing the limits of our newest performance gear: The Journey Collection.
Built for the modern explorer, this collection blends timeless silhouettes with modern functionality, designed to move with you — whether you’re chasing waves or desert winds.
Coastal Skatepark Sessions
The trip kicked off near the coast. Salt in the air. Concrete still cool from the marine layer. Jake pulled on the Journey Lightweight Shirt — a piece that blends classic style with performance tech.
At first glance, it carries workwear influence: chest pockets, a pencil holder at the flap, clean lines. But beneath that timeless silhouette is 100% polyester construction built to perform. Breathable. Moisture-wicking. Antibacterial. Designed to keep you comfortable whether you’re stacking clips at the park or pushing through city streets. Under the midday sun, the fabric moved with him — lightweight, flexible, and quick to dry after long sessions. As golden hour crept in, the reflective beta label caught the fading light, adding visibility when the session stretched later than planned. Up top, Jake wore the Journey Performance Snapback — built for days that don’t stick to one terrain. Constructed from water-friendly stretch ripstop (95% nylon, 5% elastane), it’s designed for active movement. The EVA floatable flat bill means it won’t sink if it hits the water — perfect for a post-skate ocean dip. Laser-cut back panels increase ventilation during high-output sessions, while the moisture-wicking sweatband keeps things comfortable under pressure. The nylon webbing velcro closure ensures a secure fit, whether pushing through a bowl or cruising the strand.
From skatepark concrete to coastal breeze, the combination felt effortless — classic in look, technical in performance.
The Journey Performance Snapback became his constant. Salt-resistant brim, adjustable fit that holds through wind, medium-profile crown that works under a hoodie. It's the kind of hat that gets worn until the brim curves naturally to your grip.
Utility Where It Counts — Beyond the Shore
From the sand to the road, Jake switches into the Journey Utility Short — rugged ripstop with DWR weather resistance and ample pockets for essentials. Whether he’s grabbing gear for a coastal trail or cruising the 76 freeway en route to Palm Springs, these shorts offer mobility without compromise.
Trail Tested — Midday in the Mountains
In the desert foothills, temperatures climb and terrain shifts. The Journey Lightweight Long Sleeve becomes essential — breathable polyester construction that keeps sweat at bay and heat moving off the body. Functional chest pockets and reflective accents make it both practical and street ready.
For warmer spells, the Journey Short Sleeve Pocket Tee delivers dynamic airflow and sun protection, keeping Jake cool as he ascends higher.
Jake's feedback was blunt: "I kept reaching for the same pieces because they just worked."
Desertscape Views — Golden Hour on the Mountain
As the sun dips and shadows grow long, the versatility of the Journey Lightweight Short Sleeve with Half Zip shines. Breathable moisture-wicking tech meets classic design — ready for desert hikes or sunset rides.
"Brixton's been here since I started shooting," Jake said. "Same Oceanside roots. Same focus on making stuff that holds up. The Journey Collection feels like a continuation of that, not a departure."
Performance Meets Purpose
Whether scouting coastal cliffs in the humidity or making tracks through wind-blown dry mountains, the Journey Collection is purpose-built for adventure:
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Made To Move Stretch
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Moisture-Wicking Comfort
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Anti-Microbial Freshness
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Breathable & Quick-Dry Fabrics
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Adventure Ready Utility
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Reflective Badging
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UPF Sun Protection
Each piece embodies gear that looks classic but performs everywhere you take it — from surfside sands to sun-soaked canyons.
Ready for What’s Next
Jake, Austin, and Ryan didn’t treat the collection delicately. They skated hard. They trail ran late. They camped under open sky. They moved from city streets to rugged trails without changing their mindset — or their gear.
That’s the point. The Journey Collection is made to move, breathe, and endure.
When the road calls, when the tides rise, and when the trail beckons — the Journey Collection is your companion.
Follow Jake’s journey — and start your own.
