Gear
ArchiveAn 850-fill goose down jacket at home on a weekend climb or in the city. $269…
Sam Moulton heads over the K2 booth to learn about a new ski pole with an inclinometer built in to the handle.
Ultralight, waterproof, breathable, reinforced panels: all the ingredients that make up our Gear-of-the-Year-winning jacket. $200…
The 88 Blocks hoodie has a built-in balaclava, so it's good for skiing and wearing around town.
Red co-founder Ted Schilowitz discusses the ways in which his camera is redefining the photo and film industries.
A commuter pack that can handle the toughest weather and keep your tech gear safe. $79…
Our Gear-of-the-Year-winning hiker stomps technical terrain with a toothy Vibram sole and breathes like the best of them. $110…
Fresh off her third successful summit of Everest, climber Melissa Arnot takes time out during Outside in Aspen Weekend. smalldogonthego.com…
Thinking about getting a new pair? First, consider these three things. seracfilms.com and bentgate.com…
Wick away sweat and stay warm with these new baselayers, the Helly Hansen W Verglas Hybrid $100 and the Neve Designs Chamonix $130.
Sam Moulton heads over the K2 booth to learn about a new ski pole with an inclinometer built in to the handle.
A great starter race bike built to take on bad roads and big hills.
A light, compressible and warm insulated flannel shirt from Isaora. $229…
Behind the scenes with the sisters tearing up the competitive triathlon circuit.
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 tough new shoe developed with input from Appalacian Trail hikers.
An airy, mesh version of the waterproof Moraga OXT, this shoe is the perfect summertime day hiker. $110…
Taking a cold camera inside a warm, moist tent is asking for trouble. So what do you do when filming on Everest? Outside Adventure Film School…
The Gear of the Year winner can take on any trail.
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.
Behind the scenes with the Olympic gold medalist in Malibu, California.
You are going to mistakes while filming and climbing the world's highest mountain. Michael Brown shares some of his. Outside Adventure Film School…
A review of the New Balance 768, a good shoe for neutral runners.
These two-in-one mitts have a highly durable buckskin exterior and a warm wool interior.
A champ on powder that doesn’t need to sit in the closet until the big snows come.
A top of the line mountain bike designed specifically for women.
In her off time, the 26-year-old triathlete earned a degree from Harvard.
The perfect gift for the backcountry skier in your family.
A tough, old school commuter bag made in the U.S.A. $170…
Our favorite ultralight tent weighs less than four pounds.
Ultralight backpackers will praise this 2,014-cubic-inch minimalist pack for its perfectly designed organizational pockets and breathable back panel. $175…
Doug Schnitzspahn on the best packs from the 2008 Winter Buyer's Guide.
At the peak, the climbers and videographers will be physically and mentally spent. So how can one ensure good shots? Outside Adventure Film School…
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.
The purest racer we tested, the Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL2.
She surfed Trestles when she was six. Guess what she has planned at 18?…
The infinitely useful, give-to-anyone, backcountry tool. $58…
An axe that works for everything from chopping kindling to field dressing an animal. $170…
A 15-degree bag made from completely recycled material.
An ultralight, go-anywhere backpack perfect for stuffing in a tight spot. $49…
Award-winning director Michael Brown talks about how to get the best shots, by staying ahead of climbers.
The Nike Air Structure Triax+ 11, this year's Killer Value.
Buyer's Guide managing editor Alicia Carr hits up the Smith booth at SIA for a quick history lesson.