Gear
ArchiveThe Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2, our favorite ultralight tent.
Light, fast, and comfortable: Three reasons the Bolle Vortex is our Gear of the Year winning sunglass.
Our favorite all mountain ski, and winner of our 2009 Gear of the Year award.
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…
This year's Gear of the Year winner, the Vasque Aether Tech.
Thanks to fender mounts, our Gear-of-the-Year-winning road bike can, not only excel as a racer, thanks to a carbon fiber frame, it can double as a commuter. $2,630…
A tough aluminum case to protect your camera while climbing. $56…
Behind the scenes with the Olympic gold medalist in Malibu, California.
Cut through the water with a swim fin that can power you at 10 mph.
Our favorite car camping tent this year features 90 square feet of floor space.
Four-season performance with three-season weight: Introducing our Gear of the Year winning jacket, Columbia’s Peak 2 Peak.
One of the most user-friendly—and fun, and rockered—powder skis around.
A traditional stability shoe that rails against the minimalist craze.
This “comfort-performance” road bike is designed to keep your spine happy, while keeping you moving fast. $3,000…
This limited edition Leatherman Wave, crafted out Damascus steel, was built to stay sharp. $550…
In her off time, the 26-year-old triathlete earned a degree from Harvard.
A versatile Killer Value that can handle backpacking or car camping.
Director Michael Brown returns from Everestto break down another season of filming.Outside Adventure Film School…
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.
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.
This year's Killer Value, the Asics Gel-Trail Attack 4 WR.
Designed like a pro racer's bike but with a less-expensive weave of carbon fiber making it peloton- and wallet-friendly. $3,750…
The Gear of the Year winner combines Italian design and racing DNA.
A great portable coffeemaker that cleans up easy.
She surfed Trestles when she was six. Guess what she has planned at 18?…
Our Gear of the Year winner packs small and sleeps comfortably.
Fresh off her third successful summit of Everest, climber Melissa Arnot takes time out during Outside in Aspen Weekend. smalldogonthego.com…
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.
An ultralight, go-anywhere backpack perfect for stuffing in a tight spot. $49…
A firm running shoe built with lots of cushioning for heavier runners.
Our Gear of the Year winner was the most versatile bike we tested.
Wear this jacket around town or under a shell on the slopes.
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…
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 unique suspension system makes this Black Diamond pack ideal for movement. $140…
A lightweight and water-resistant shoe for running on non-technical trails.
The most versatile road bike we tested this year.