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One of the most user-friendly—and fun, and rockered—powder skis around.
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.
A tough aluminum case to protect your camera while climbing. $56…
This year's Gear of the Year winner is light, waterproof, and supportive.
A durable approach shoe built for scrambling over rough terrain.
It’s sticky sole and lightweight helped, but it was the perfect fit that won the Garmont Zenith Mid our Gear of the Year award.
A comfortable goggle with lenses that automatically tint when the sun gets bright.
A great looking down jacket that can weather harsh conditions. $325…
Outside's Alicia Carr checks out Smith's Tractor Beam Technology, a new feature set to debut on their helmets and goggles in winter 2012.
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…
The Gear of the Year winner can take on any trail.
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 limited edition Leatherman Wave, crafted out Damascus steel, was built to stay sharp. $550…
Classic board shorts perfect for that ultimate winter getaway. $108…
Alite built the two-legged Monarch chair built for camping. $59…
Outside's Grayson Schaffer shows you how to tie a figure eight in a few easy steps.
An 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.
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…
A review of the New Balance 768, a good shoe for neutral runners.
Tom Mason of Bent Gate Mountaineering teams up with Serac Adventure Films to tell you how to find the best lid for your skiing needs. seracfilms.com and bentgate.com…
A great portable coffeemaker that cleans up easy.
Vertical baffles keep the down inside this Big Agnes bag from shifting. $290…
Light, fast, and comfortable: Three reasons the Bolle Vortex is our Gear of the Year winning sunglass.
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.
This year's Gear of the Year winner, the Marmot DriClime Catalyst.
Relaxed fit, flannel-lined khakis that will keep you warm through winter.
The Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2, our favorite ultralight tent.
Four-season performance with three-season weight: Introducing our Gear of the Year winning jacket, Columbia’s Peak 2 Peak.
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.
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.
The Nike Air Structure Triax+ 11, this year's Killer Value.
A knee-length parka that keeps you toasty, and stuffs down into a pocket the size of a PB and J.