Gear
ArchiveSimplicity is why the New Balance 890 wins our Gear of the Year award.
Do not become a statistic: Four products to include in your pack when heading into the backcountry. seracfilms.com and bentgate.com…
A fashionable new jacket that works just as well on the slopes as it looks good at the resort bar. $300…
A pair of well-priced, versatile snowshoes built for rolling hills and trails.
Our Gear of the Year winner packs small and sleeps comfortably.
How to convert a color photo to black and white.
An ultralight, go-anywhere backpack perfect for stuffing in a tight spot. $49…
A winterized trail shoe built to take a pounding.
A waterproof, breathable shell with a comfy mesh lining.
This year's Gear of the Year winner, the Marmot DriClime Catalyst.
Relaxed fit, flannel-lined khakis that will keep you warm through winter.
Grayson Schaffer shows you how to tie a bowline in a few simple steps.
Light, fast, and comfortable: Three reasons the Bolle Vortex is our Gear of the Year winning sunglass.
These two-in-one mitts have a highly durable buckskin exterior and a warm wool interior.
A very light, very stiff alpine touring boot.
A champ on powder that doesn’t need to sit in the closet until the big snows come.
Red co-founder Ted Schilowitz discusses the ways in which his camera is redefining the photo and film industries.
A unique suspension system makes this Black Diamond pack ideal for movement. $140…
The Gear of the Year winner can take on any trail.
A burly, free-ride, all-mountain bike that's great for descents.
The fastest full-suspension bike that we tested.
A knee-length parka that keeps you toasty, and stuffs down into a pocket the size of a PB and J.
The Mountain Hardwear Transition Jacket, this year's Killer Value.
Doug Schnitzspahn on the best storm shells from the Winter Buyer's Guide.
Four-season performance with three-season weight: Introducing our Gear of the Year winning jacket, Columbia’s Peak 2 Peak.
Masked in a proprietary waterproofing nano-technology, the multi-sport V-Lite Thunder can handle any weather condition. $90…
A stiff, all-mountain board that's solid at high speeds..
Buyer’s Guide managing editor Alicia Carr picks some of her favorite new gear from the SIA snow show.
An ultralight, 250 gram carbon fiber trekking pole, that made our jaws drop.
Joby's new malleable tripod. Built to hold your iPhone or other mobile device.
A hybrid between a weekend technical backpack and a drybag.
A review of the New Balance 768, a good shoe for neutral runners.
A top of the line mountain bike designed specifically for women.
A 3-in-1 jacket with a waterproof membrane that can be worn in any combination.
A streamlined, insulated jacket, without all the bulk.
Sam Moulton heads to the Marmot booth to hear about a tough new hard shell to be released in winter 2012.
Director Michael Brown returns from Everestto break down another season of filming.Outside Adventure Film School…
Buyer's Guide managing editor Alicia Carr hits up the Smith booth at SIA for a quick history lesson.
Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton presents the GOY award to Black Diamond for the Justice.
Our Gear of the Year winner has an amazing space-to-weight ratio.
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?
The purest racer we tested, the Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL2.
Water- and wind-resistant, the Nau Lightbeam 100%-recycled polyester staves off the elements with a low-profile design. $175…
A performance shell specially designed for gadget lovers.
A bombproof winter coat to keep you warm no matter what the conditions. $599…
Fresh off her third successful summit of Everest, climber Melissa Arnot takes time out during Outside in Aspen Weekend. smalldogonthego.com…
Fully customizable powder skis–add your own graphics and chose the flex based on your height and weight.
Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton presents the GOY award to Patagonia for the Reconnaissance.
Buyer’s Guide managing editor Alicia Carr reviews one of the coolest new boot innovations at the SIA snow show.
The Oakley Betray, a stylish everyday pair of glasses…
Our favorite ultralight tent weighs less than four pounds.
The perfect gift for the backcountry skier in your family.
A tough, old school commuter bag made in the U.S.A. $170…
One of our favorite small packs, the Diablo delivers on comfort.
The Nike Air Structure Triax+ 11, this year's Killer Value.
Ultralight, waterproof, breathable, reinforced panels: all the ingredients that make up our Gear-of-the-Year-winning jacket. $200…
A jacket that wears as well on the slopes as it does in the city.
The 88 Blocks hoodie has a built-in balaclava, so it's good for skiing and wearing around town.