Gear
ArchiveThe Gear of the Year winner combines Italian design and racing DNA.
Wear this jacket around town or under a shell on the slopes.
The infinitely useful, give-to-anyone, backcountry tool. $58…
An axe that works for everything from chopping kindling to field dressing an animal. $170…
Mechanic Frank Sotomayor shows you how to tighten bolts using a torque wrench. Frankie Flats Repair Service, Santa Fe, NM…
An affordable zero-degree bag that our testers agreed was the warmest zero-degree bag yet. $219…
Yes, Thule makes luggage, and it’s just as tough as their roof racks. Presenting our 2011 Gear of the Year winner.
You are going to mistakes while filming and climbing the world's highest mountain. Michael Brown shares some of his. Outside Adventure Film School…
Our Gear of the Year winning road shoe delivers on comfort.
It's easier than you think. And you'll save money. And have more fun. Seriously. seracfilms.com and bentgate.com…
Buyer’s Guide managing editor Ali Carr shares the Gear of the Year-winning snowboard.
Our Gear of the Year winner was the most versatile bike we tested.
Polartec has a new waterproof, breathable fabric set to debut in a number of new jackets in 2012.
With an extra 15 liters of expandable space, our Gear of the Year winning pack, the Deuter ACT Zero 50+15, works for day hikes and multiday trips.
At the peak, the climbers and videographers will be physically and mentally spent. So how can one ensure good shots? Outside Adventure Film School…
This year's Gear of the Year winner, the Vasque Aether Tech.
A boot that performs nearly as well in-bounds as it does out-of-bounds.
A big mountain ski that blasts through powder but can still handle hard snow.
The most versatile road bike we tested this year.
Fitness guru Stefan Andermann demonstrates how to asses your body movements before you buy a bike. Frankie Flats Repair Service, Santa Fe, NM…
Outside's Alicia Carr find the right booth for some of next year's coolest new apparel.
Columbia's new heated electric boot was built to keep your toes toasty in winter. $250…
Classic board shorts perfect for that ultimate winter getaway. $108…
Alite built the two-legged Monarch chair built for camping. $59…
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…
Award-winning director Michael Brown talks about how to get the best shots, by staying ahead of climbers.
A traditional stability shoe that rails against the minimalist craze.
With reinforced edges, this twin tip is designed specifically for the park.
A super-sticky carving ski that penetrates even the hardest snow.
A jacket that releases heat when you're cold, and stores it when you're hot.
Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton presents the GOY award to Cloudveil for the FirsTurn Hooded jacket.
Vertical baffles keep the down inside this Big Agnes bag from shifting. $290…
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…
Award-winning director Michael Brown walks you through his equipment and editing station.
This year's Killer Value, the Asics Gel-Trail Attack 4 WR.
Sam Moulton is at Boulder Ski Deals for a rundown of the best alpine skis.
The most versatile jacket, and our Gear of the Year winner.
A great all-around racer featuring an extremely light, stiff frame.
Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton shares his favorite helmet for Winter 2011. $180…
This year's Gear of the Year winner is light, waterproof, and supportive.
A tough aluminum case to protect your camera while climbing. $56…
The Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2, our favorite ultralight tent.
In the first of a new web series, award-winning director Michael Brown and the pros at Outside Adventure Film School test out gear before heading to Everest.
A firm running shoe built with lots of cushioning for heavier runners.
Our Gear of the Year winning board can handle any terrain.
Plush padding and female-friendly shaping deliver all-day comfort.
