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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Princeton Tec Byte headlamp.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Brunton RL 6 headlamp.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Surefire G2X Tactical flashlight.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Rab Fusion Pants.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Light and Motion Solite 150 headlamp.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Bear Grylls/Gerber Ultimate Kit.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Energizer Triple Beam LED.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Jetboil Sol Ti stove.

The freeskier has earned the right not to be called Julia’s little sister.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Black Diamond Ultra Distance Trekking Poles.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Black Diamond Storm headlamp.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Benchmade Mini-Onslaught knife.

I do most of my backpacking when the bugs (mainly mosquitoes) are out. Last year, CNN said that there were two alternatives to deet, including lemon eucalyptus. But is there anything that comes close to deet's performance, without the plastic-destroying quality? Chuck Mount Morris, Michigan

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nau Stylus Wrap Jacket.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lafuma Xmotion Leather Low hiking shoe.

By Stephen Regenold In the summertime, high-end sunglasses are a luxury, albeit a justifiable one for anyone who spends a lot of time outside. This month, I have been testing a pair of said lux glasses with a prescription lens from Costa Del Mar. The company,…

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Teva Forge Pro Event hiking shoe.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Scarpa Terra GTX hiking boot.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Keen Red Rock Low hiking shoe.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Merrell Covert shoe.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Montrail Mountain Masochist Mid GTX boot.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Vasque Taku GTX boot.

Swi of gear, I finally bought my first road bike since I was a kid: a nice carbon-fiber Specialized that is kind to my back. What I need is some advice on a good set of wheels to replace the original Alex wheels. My budget is around $500. What do you think of Neuvation M28 Aeros or Ksyrium Elites? Ideally they would be available at Performance as I have some points to burn. Tim Mountain View, California

I like to backpack with my iPod when I alone in the wilderness. After setting cp it would be ideal to have speakers instead of headphones to enjoy my music. Are there any lightweight, portable speakers good for backpacking? David Vancouver, Washington

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lucy Power Lift Knee Pants.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Patagonia Crossover Bra.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the REI Sariska Strappy Tank.

I having trouble finding a skillet that is lightweight yet will not burn. I using a Primus canister stove and able to adjust the heat low enough. I use my equipment for bike touring, backpacking, and canoeing, so I looking for something that is both small and light. Brad Rantoul, Illinois

I planning a hike through the Narrows in Zion National Park, which involves wading up the Virgin River. What do you recommend to keep warm? Dry is obviously not possible. How about footwear? Connie New Haven, Connecticut

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the ZEMgear Zem Ninja Low Booties.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Helly Hansen Barrier Stretch 3L Jacket.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Marmot Nano.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Outdoor Research Cirque Windshirt.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Arc'teryx Epsilon SV Hoody.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Patagonia Torrentshell Pullover.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the First Ascent Sandstone Jacket.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Garmont Zenith Mid boot.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Columbia Master of Faster Low hiking shoe.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Eureka! Catskill Table.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Timbuk2 Candybar backpack.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Trek Top Fuel 9.7 mountain bike.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Bianchi Sempre 105 road bike.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lazer Krux Helmet.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Ergon GX2 Leichtbau Carbon Grips.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Surftech Marisa Miller Stand-Up Paddleboard.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Clarks Jink shoes.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Helly Hansen Pace Singlet.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Castelli Viva Thermo Skully Cap.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Ruff Wear Highlands Bed.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Camelbak Aventura.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Look 695 I-Pack road bike.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Cannondale CAAD 10-1 Dura-Ace road bike.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized Tactic Helmet.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized S-Works Prevail Helmet.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Dakine Coiled SUP Leash.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Sanuk Standard Holy Moly shoes.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Merrell Atalaya Skirt.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Rusty Entwine Fedora.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the OluKai Kukuna Sandals.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Patagonia Nano Puff vest.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Crank Brothers Eggbeater 11 Pedals.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Wilier Triestina GranTurismo road bike.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Sidi Spider Shoes.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Mountain Hardwear Geist Jacket.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the OluKai Kama'aina shoes.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nathan Trail Mix.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Rusty Turn Around swimsuit Top and Bottom.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the OutThere AS-1 pack.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the REI Endeavor Pants.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized S-Works Epic 29ER mountain bike.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Ahearne Cycle Truck bicycle.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Darn Tough Quarter Sock Cushion Socks.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the WTB Nano Tires.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the C4 Waterman Bamboo Laminate HD Paddle 8" Blade.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Birkenstock Como sandals.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the The North Face Krakatoa Half Zip Hoodie.

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Merrell Rowena Jacket.