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Simplicity is why the New Balance 890 wins our Gear of the Year award.

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Do not become a statistic: Four products to include in your pack when heading into the backcountry. seracfilms.com and bentgate.com…

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A fashionable new jacket that works just as well on the slopes as it looks good at the resort bar. $300…

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A pair of well-priced, versatile snowshoes built for rolling hills and trails.

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A soccer ball that instantly stiffens upon contact.

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Our Gear of the Year winner packs small and sleeps comfortably.

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How to convert a color photo to black and white.

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An ultralight, go-anywhere backpack perfect for stuffing in a tight spot. $49…

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The lightest marathon-racing shoe on the planet.

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A winterized trail shoe built to take a pounding.

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A time-trail and triathlon bike built to cheat the wind.

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A full-carbon racer that can be converted to a singlespeed.

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A comfort-performance racer that delivers.

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A waterproof, breathable shell with a comfy mesh lining.

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This year's Gear of the Year winner, the Marmot DriClime Catalyst.

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Relaxed fit, flannel-lined khakis that will keep you warm through winter.

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Grayson Schaffer shows you how to tie a bowline in a few simple steps.

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Light, fast, and comfortable: Three reasons the Bolle Vortex is our Gear of the Year winning sunglass.

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These two-in-one mitts have a highly durable buckskin exterior and a warm wool interior.

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A very light, very stiff alpine touring boot.

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A champ on powder that doesn’t need to sit in the closet until the big snows come.

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Shades tailor made for endurance athletes.

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This year's Gear of the Year winner, the Marmot Aura.

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Red co-founder Ted Schilowitz discusses the ways in which his camera is redefining the photo and film industries.

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A unique suspension system makes this Black Diamond pack ideal for movement. $140…

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The Gear of the Year winner can take on any trail.

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A top-of-the-line racer that our testing pros gushed over.

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A burly, free-ride, all-mountain bike that's great for descents.

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The fastest full-suspension bike that we tested.

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A knee-length parka that keeps you toasty, and stuffs down into a pocket the size of a PB and J.

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The Mountain Hardwear Transition Jacket, this year's Killer Value.

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Doug Schnitzspahn on the best storm shells from the Winter Buyer's Guide.

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How to tie a prusik knot in a few easy steps.

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Four-season performance with three-season weight: Introducing our Gear of the Year winning jacket, Columbia’s Peak 2 Peak.

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Masked in a proprietary waterproofing nano-technology, the multi-sport V-Lite Thunder can handle any weather condition. $90…

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A stiff, all-mountain board that's solid at high speeds..

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Buyer’s Guide managing editor Alicia Carr picks some of her favorite new gear from the SIA snow show.

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Our favorite new sunglasses for skiers and mountaineers.

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Our favorite base-camping tent, the MSR Mo Room 3.

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An ultralight, 250 gram carbon fiber trekking pole, that made our jaws drop.

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Joby's new malleable tripod. Built to hold your iPhone or other mobile device.

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A hybrid between a weekend technical backpack and a drybag.

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A review of the New Balance 768, a good shoe for neutral runners.

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A trail bike built to bomb down technical trails.

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A comfort-performance bike with super-stable handling.

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A top of the line mountain bike designed specifically for women.

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A 3-in-1 jacket with a waterproof membrane that can be worn in any combination.

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A streamlined, insulated jacket, without all the bulk.

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Sam Moulton heads to the Marmot booth to hear about a tough new hard shell to be released in winter 2012.

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Director Michael Brown returns from Everestto break down another season of filming.Outside Adventure Film School…

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Buyer's Guide managing editor Alicia Carr hits up the Smith booth at SIA for a quick history lesson.

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Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton presents the GOY award to Black Diamond for the Justice.

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Our favorite new shades for sailors and paddlers.

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Our Gear of the Year winner has an amazing space-to-weight ratio.

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A basic wallet made out of recycled mountain-bike tires.

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A review of the Arc'teryx Cierzo 18 daypack.

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One of the fastest road shoes we tested this year.

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I'm looking for a two-person tent that can be used for backpacking or car camping. Something light but not ultralight, and easy enough for one person to set up. I usually camp alone but want the space of a two-person tent. Suggestions?

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A nimble, quick-handling trail bike for a great price.

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The perfect bike for smooth, flowing singletrack.

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The purest racer we tested, the Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL2.

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Water- and wind-resistant, the Nau Lightbeam 100%-recycled polyester staves off the elements with a low-profile design. $175…

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A performance shell specially designed for gadget lovers.

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A bombproof winter coat to keep you warm no matter what the conditions. $599…

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Fresh off her third successful summit of Everest, climber Melissa Arnot takes time out during Outside in Aspen Weekend. smalldogonthego.com…

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Fully customizable powder skis–add your own graphics and chose the flex based on your height and weight.

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Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton presents the GOY award to Patagonia for the Reconnaissance.

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Buyer’s Guide managing editor Alicia Carr reviews one of the coolest new boot innovations at the SIA snow show.

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The Oakley Betray, a stylish everyday pair of glasses…

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Our favorite ultralight tent weighs less than four pounds.

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The perfect gift for the backcountry skier in your family.

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A tough, old school commuter bag made in the U.S.A. $170…

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One of our favorite small packs, the Diablo delivers on comfort.

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The Nike Air Structure Triax+ 11, this year's Killer Value.

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A great endurance cross-country racer for the 29er crowd.

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One of the most forgiving bikes we tested this year.

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Outside Magazine, Cycling Special…

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Ultralight, waterproof, breathable, reinforced panels: all the ingredients that make up our Gear-of-the-Year-winning jacket. $200…

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A jacket that wears as well on the slopes as it does in the city.

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The 88 Blocks hoodie has a built-in balaclava, so it's good for skiing and wearing around town.

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