SHELLS

Shells: Part 1
The difference between hard shells and soft shells, and the Arc'teryx Alpha SL Pullover hard shell.

Shells: Part 2
A review of the Mountain Hardwear Transition soft shell, this year's Killer Value.

Shells: Part 3
The range of jackets available and this year's Gear of the Year winner, the Marmot DriClime Catalyst soft shell.

TENTS

Tents: Part 1
The key features to look for in a tent, and the best base- and car-camping tent, the MSR Mo Room 3.

Tents: Part 2
The Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2, our favorite ultralight tent.

Tents: Part 3
The Gear of the Year winner, the light but roomy Marmot Aura, and advice on buying the right tent.

TRAIL RUNNERS

Trail Runners: Part 1
An summay of the three types of trail runners and the Asics Gel-Trail Attack 4 WR, the ideal road and trail shoe.

Trail Runners: Part 2
The Salomon XT Wings, our favorite shoe for technical trails.

Trail Runners: Part 3
Some final words on shopping for shoes and the Gear of the Year winner, the do-it-all Vasque Aether Tech.

ROAD BIKES

Road Bikes: Part 1
Advice on choosing the right bike, and a review of the Pinarello FP2, this year's Killer Value.

Road Bikes: Part 2
The Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL2, the purest racer we tested.

Road Bikes: Part 3
The Gear of the Year winner, the Trek Madone 5.2, a Tour de France-proven speed machine.

2007/2008 Winter Buyer's Guide Video
Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton and tester Doug Schnitzspahn break down their favorite alpine skis, storm shells, backcountry skis, and packs.

Alpine Skis
Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton reviews the K2 Apache Coomba, Elan 888, Dynastar Pro Rider, and Head Monster 88.

Backcountry Skis
Buyers Guide editor Sam Moulton reviews the G3 El Hombre, K2 Mt. Baker Superlight, Black Diamond Verdict, and more.

Packs
Buyer's Guide tester Doug Schnitzspahn reviews the Backcountry Access Squall, Gregory Drift, Black Diamond Anarchist 32L, and North Face Patrol 35.

Storm Shells
Buyer's Guide tester Doug Schnitzspahn reviews the Marmot La Grave, Millet Langtag GTX, Mountain Hardwear Escape and Cloudveil Koven Plus.