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From cozy fleece to high-output layers, these picks will keep you warm through every fall mood swing

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Sponsor Content: Kuiu

From the backcountry to the trailhead, Kuiu offers technical gear for any outdoor adventure

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Sponsor Content: Leatherman

Give a well-tooled gift to the hardworking, hard-playing type

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Save up to 30 percent during REI's huge Holiday Sale and wrap up your shopping before Black Friday even gets here

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I tested everything—from hands-free photo capture to Garmin syncing—to see if these performance sunglasses can actually make life easier

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Your first layer can be the difference between a standout day in the elements and a mediocre one

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We worked with the experts at SKI and Masterfit to find the best ski boots for every skier, from frontside cruisers to backcountry adventurers

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This outdoor gear lets you use your shopping power to do good while gifting

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From a voice-activated lantern to a camp chair that rivals your living room recliner, spring gear releases have us counting down to a new year of adventure

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These versatile trainers can handle everything from speed work to recovery jogs, on road, track, and trail

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Five outer layers for men and women that won’t drain your savings

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The Venu X1 brings Apple Watch polish to the Garmin ecosystem—but sacrifices some of the adventure spirit along the way

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An exercise physiologist and a running shoe exec explain who should—and who shouldn’t—step up

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The minimalist toe shoes may have long gone out of style, but they give me something no other running shoe can

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The Outside Lab explains why toothier lugs aren't necessarily better when shopping for hiking shoes

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The gear is plentiful. The organization less so. Get a glimpse inside an editor's garage gear loft.

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Whether you spell it shammy or chamois, this towel is an icon

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We tested over 25 different styles to find the warmest, comfiest, most capable boots to get you through the winter

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The meticulous—and unsurprisingly fun—process of testing the best snowboards of the year

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Sponsor Content: Hankook

Expert advice on where to launch your next off-road touring adventure

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Plunge is offering up some of the biggest deals on cold plunges and saunas that we've seen, with savings up to $7,500

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Merging durability with style, the denim shirt is the ideal choice for everything from cutting wood to office meetings

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Readers shopped everything from recovery slides to skis, plus a few camping items on super-sale

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From the Berlin streets to the Outside Lab in Denver, we compared real-world wear to lab-tested data

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Our testers put 59 unisex snowboards to the test. These impressed us the most.

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Of the 47 snowboards our female testers rode this spring, these nine radical rides rose to the top

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Outside Lab Gear Test Editor Adam Trenkamp explains the scientific methods behind his testing

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We round up our favorite recent releases from the outdoor world

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Our top high-output insulated jackets are the key to staying out all winter long

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We tested over 70 men's jackets and hoodies to find the warmest and most breathable options on the market

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The Arc’teryx Beta SL’s three-layer build and premium materials kept me dry during a soggy spring trip to Japan

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BOA honored their lifetime guarantee and quickly supplied new parts and instructions; I provided the labor. Here’s how it went.

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From bear canister keys to trekking pole tip protectors, these creative solutions are blowing our minds

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A six-time marathoner shares the low-budget items that drastically improved her race day

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Behind Puma’s eye-grabbing prototypes lies a calculated strategy that’s pushing running shoe design into new territory

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Sponsor Content: Visit Lake Tahoe

You can find awe all around the lake, but these activities hit different

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Our experts tested hundreds of products to pick the best skis, snowboards, winter apparel, and so much more

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This mountain bike gear, including Fox shoes, Pearl Izumi gloves, and a mountain bike-specific flannel from Cognative, will make riding more comfortable as the seasons change

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These affordable skis are built to help intermediates progress from blues squares to black diamonds

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We tested more than 25 fuzzy pullovers and jackets to find the very best for every cold-weather adventure.

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Our crew tested 60 fleeces in every winter condition they could find. The winners are warm, breathable, and downright cozy

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Strap in and find your flow with these tester-approved bindings

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We tested 42 tops and bottoms to help you find the perfect layer for skiing and other cold-weather outdoor pursuits

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REI’s current lineup is stacked with our top-rated skis, boards, and accessories for 2026

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Lace up and lace your line with these tester-approved snowboard and splitboard boots

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Don't sweat it—these home saunas will heat up your recovery routine

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Nothing beats these clogs for convenience, comfort, and that cool, casual look

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Check out our favorite new releases and noteworthy drops from the outdoor world

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After testing 175 skis, these nine emerged as clear winners—and they’re now heavily discounted.

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Maine’s 100-Mile Wilderness serves up world-class cross-country skiing, deep solitude, and cozy creature comforts

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We sent our editors on a mission to find the best gear on sale during Evo's Anniversary sale. They found Salomon skis, Smith sunglasses, and more.

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For a premium price, the Thule Outset makes pitching your tent as easy as parking your car

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The best Nordic ski gear provides comfort, support, warmth, and breathability, all in a deceivingly streamlined package

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Sponsor Content: Hypershell

This AI-powered exoskeleton ushers in a new era of adventure

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Challenging conditions last season helped us test the best Nordic skis that are breaking boundaries in the sport right now

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After years of perfecting my campfire setup, these additions have made all the difference

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The Pixel Watch 4 is smarter, prettier, and longer-lasting, but it’s still not built for the outdoors.

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Believe it or not, you don't have to break the bank to complete your mountain bike kit

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We scoured pages and pages of the best Prime Day deals to find the best picks for every outdoor lover

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A professional astrophotographer shares her must-have gear for clear skies and starry nights

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Check out our favorite new releases and noteworthy drops from the outdoor world

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Save up to $300 on some of Garmin's best and most popular devices, including the Forerunner, fenix, vivoactive, and more

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Sponsor Content: SYLVANIA

From Baja to the Arctic Circle, these stunning areas offer peak fall colors, fewer crowds, and life-list camping—especially if you're equipped to travel after dark

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Sponsor Content: Go RVing

Indie singer-songwriter Holden Miller takes his guitar, friends, and RV into Sequoia National Park

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We took these lightweight stoves into the backcountry to determine which one is best for your next adventure

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Shop the sale this weekend, get outside with your new gear next weekend

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If you're a runner, you probably like spending at least part of your vacation getting some miles in—here's how to pack so that your running gear doesn't take up too much space

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I took this lightweight, battery-free scope into the wilderness to test its stargazing potential

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Everything You Need to Know About Apple’s New Ultra Watch 3, iPhone 17 Pro, and AirPods Pro 3

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It even helped keep my plantar fasciitis at bay.

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These self-care tools help put injury prevention and healing in my own hands

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If you're a member at REI (which, for $30, you should be), you can save an extra $20 when you spend over $100 in the retailer's outlet section

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Our favorite knives, coffee presses, coolers, and cook sets for outdoor meal prep

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A easy-to-understand guide to going farther and staying safer while saving money

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I wore the Hoka Mafate 5 for a week in Chamonix. I never stopped wearing them once I got home.

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Land Rover’s wildest SUV yet isn’t built for grocery runs or school pickups. With 626 horsepower and rally-tuned suspension, the Octa is made to thrive where pavement disappears.

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With a built-in battery and 36 hours of cooling power, the Anker Everfrost makes soggy sandwiches and ice runs a thing of the past

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New running brands aren't just redefining athletic wear—they're reshaping how runners express identity on the move

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You can text and make calls without your phone, plus Garmin's emergency features are now built into the watch

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For the first time ever, I look forward to packing my bag for a trip

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