Gear Picks
The Stuff You Need to Trick-or-Treat as a Grown-Up
Warm layers for cool fall nights, mugs for (spiked) cider, comfy shoes for tired feet, and lights for navigating the neighborhood. Stay cozy with these items while the kids collect their candy this Halloween.
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$199.00
$159.00
from Backcountry
20% off
A great everyday layer with technical chops, the Nano Puff packs down to the size of an orange. It brought enough heat to keep our testers warm in low thirty-degree weather. It’s filled with high-loft synthetic insulation, and the ripstop fabric is treated with DWR to repel water.
$110.00
$77.00
from REI
30% off
We love this quarter-zip base layer. The merino wool helps to regulate body temperature when you’re building up a sweat under multiple ski layers, but the piece also works just as well as a light sweater for camping in the summer. And the wool naturally fights off odor, whatever the season.
$20.00
from Amazon
The Astro is our Gear Guy’s favorite budget headlamp. It's dimmable, has a strobe function, a lock mode, and the battery lasts 20 hours on the highest setting. “The Astro is the best headlamp for most people, most of the time,” he wrote.
$79.95
Built for recovery, the OOahh Sport Flex sandals are perfect for walking neighborhoods, and will quickly become your new go-to post-activity shoe. The sandals absorb 37% more impact than traditional footwear to reduce stress on your feet and joints. Plus, the adjustable velcro upper and slide-on style makes for optimal comfort and fit.
$229.00
$172.00
from Backcountry
25% off
The Down Sweater delivers ultralight, compressible warmth for your cold-weather fun outside while everyone else is languishing at the gym or huddled by the fireplace. It's stuffed with sustainably sourced 800-fill down and covered in a recycled ripstop nylon shell with a DWR coating.
$70.00
This stainless-steel bottle will keep your coffee hot and your iced tea chilly, thanks to its double-walled vacuum insulation. Yeti’s thick cap makes it leakproof, so don’t be afraid to toss it in your pack with other weekend sundries.
$28.00
from Amazon
If you’re looking for enough power to charge your phone a few times over a weekend, the Anker PowerCore 10,000 is your tool. It has one of the best power-to-size ratios on the market, with 10,000 milliampere-hours of power in a slim package that’s just seven ounces and fits in your pocket. It’ll charge your phone three times and, with Anker’s quick-charge tech, do it in a flash.
$30.00
from Backcountry
A flashlight and lantern in one, the Orbit is great to have around camp when night hits. The 105-lumen light operates with one button to transition among flashlight, lantern, and dual (lantern and flashlight both illuminated) modes.
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$89
$67
25% off
Our editor-approved trail pants, now in short form. The nylon blend fabric has a water repellent finish, allowing you to hike in the rain or cross a creek without concern (the hint of stretch especially helps with that last one). They are also available in a women's version. Get 25 percent off sitewide during Stio's summer sale!
$70
$45
36% off
The Trail Runner editor-in-chief claims "this is the best sun-hoody for high-output activity I’ve ever tested." Thoughtful details like the zippered key/card pocket, thumb holes, and scuba hood are the cherry on top of the soft, wicking fabric that allows her to enjoy long alpine runs.
$160
$120
25% off
It is the lug pattern on these shoes that distinguish them from the rest. Our testers note that it feels like wearing crampons or spikes thanks to the shape, spacing, and sharpness of the lugs themselves. Grab a black pair now and your winter self will thank you in a few months.
$7499
$5999
20% off
Intended for marathon mountain bike racing, the new Mach 4 shaved off about 300-400 grams from the frame, making it light and responsive. Check out the first look review on Pinkbike.
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Revo Descend N
$199
Revo's best-selling Descend N glasses features NASA-based polarized lens technology with a rimless design with panoramic views for when you need to see it all.
$119
$83
30% off
We have been fans of the Give'r 4 Season Leather Gloves since the brand launched them on Kickstarter years ago. The waterproof leather outer paired with the Thinsulate lining makes them warm and durable, great for backcountry ski days or chilly nights around the campfire.
$1599
$1199
25% off
We named the Jackson Gnarvana kayak the best kayak of 2023 in this year's Summer Gear Guide due to its combination of "speed, maneuverability, and boofing chops for everything from creeks to Class V rapids." It is fast, easy to paddle, and delivers clean lines in any water.
$30
$24
20% off
Get your caffeine fix on the go with this double-walled, stainless steel insulated mug. If you don't have a have a Yeti by now,, take your chance while they're on sale. It will soon be your go-to morning companion.
$130
$85
35% off
Named the best all-terrain trail running shoe in last year's Summer Gear Guide, these shoes are light, slim, and flexible, great for responding to all types of terrain. The lug soles provide plenty of traction on a variety of trails.
$600
$500
17% off
Take your BBQ game to the next level. The wood pellets produce a subtly smoky flavor, and it is easy enough for you to set it and forget it with perfect results every time, whether you are smoking, grilling, roasting, or braising veggies or meat.
$750
$600
20% off
The upgraded version of this best-selling ski performs incredibly reliably in any snow condition, earning it a spot in this year's Winter Gear Guide. Testers enjoyed how intuitive and responsive the skis are right out the gate, great for intermediate to advance skiers alike.
Gear Picks is a curated selection of products we’ve tested and heartily recommend. We stand by this gear—and the brands that sell it—and many of our editors and writers use this stuff weekly. Whenever possible, we provide a link to a past review so you can make sure it’s something that suits your lifestyle—ideally at a steeply discounted price. Happy shopping—and gear-picking.