Gear
ArchiveBuyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton presents the GOY award to Cloudveil for the FirsTurn Hooded jacket.
Classic board shorts perfect for that ultimate winter getaway. $108…
Our favorite ultralight tent weighs less than four pounds.
Award-winning director Michael Brown talks about how to get the best shots, by staying ahead of climbers.
Buyer's Guide managing editor Alicia Carr hits up the Smith booth at SIA for a quick history lesson.
Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton presents the GOY award to Black Diamond for the Justice.
A great starter race bike built to take on bad roads and big hills.
Red co-founder Ted Schilowitz discusses the ways in which his camera is redefining the photo and film industries.
This year's Gear of the Year winner is light, waterproof, and supportive.
A 15-degree bag made from completely recycled material.
Award-winning director Michael Brown walks you through his equipment and editing station.
Fully customizable powder skis–add your own graphics and chose the flex based on your height and weight.
Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton presents the GOY award to Patagonia for the Reconnaissance.
Buyer’s Guide managing editor Alicia Carr reviews one of the coolest new boot innovations at the SIA snow show.
The Nike Air Structure Triax+ 11, this year's Killer Value.
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.
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.
Johnathan Frederick of Bent Gate Mountaineering teams up with Searac Adventure Films to tell you how to shop for backcountry and alpine skis. seracfilms.com and bentgate.com…
Need new backcountry ski boots? Watch this video before you start shopping. seracfilms.com and bentgate.com…
Buyer’s Guide managing editor Alicia Carr picks her favorite gear from the SIA Snow Show.
This year's versatile Killer Value can handle trails, travel, and town.
A brand new company delivers a shoe fit for the gnarliest trails.
A revolutionary design–spiral, elastic baffles–not only allows you to twist and turn at night, but also holds the insulation against you for fewer cold spots. Our Gear of the Year winner. $379…
Our Gear of the Year winning bag offers comfort and warmth down to 15 degrees, and it weighs less than 2 pounds.
Michael Brown and his team at Serac Adventure Films pack up for Everest.
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.
A top of the line mountain bike designed specifically for women.
The perfect gift for the backcountry skier in your family.
A tough, old school commuter bag made in the U.S.A. $170…
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 lightest down bag on the market, this 15-degree, 850-fill sleeping bag won't weigh down your pack at just 1.4 pounds. $439…
Take your finest wine into the backcountry with this budget gift. $10…
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.
Our Gear of the Year Winner crams a ton of features into a light backpack.
Sticky rubber keeps these lightweight trail runners glued to the dirt, especially excelling on mellow, rolling trails. $100…
The purest racer we tested, the Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL2.
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 knee-length parka that keeps you toasty, and stuffs down into a pocket the size of a PB and J.
The Mountain Hardwear Transition Jacket, this year's Killer Value.