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The Christensen Arms Ridgeline is high-tech, lightweight, and, paired with a Maven RS.1 scope, reasonably affordable
With bike pants this good, you’ll never ride in tights again
Our 7 favorite scents for men who prefer ski boots to a suit jacket
Rigs for going far, far afield and taking all your gear with you
The affordable models are surprisingly capable, but what you get for more money is undeniable
Make the most of your action camera with these must-have accessories…
Pro hiker Tom Gathman teamed up with Mountainsmith to craft the Zerk 40
Upgrade your shoes with these great-value options…
The XR is essentially just as good as its pricier, more feature-rich sibling
Her surfing students wanted swimsuits that stayed put and had a place to stash a key or money. So Andrea “Mona” Picasso created some—and they’re brilliant.
Patagonia's Performance Straight Jeans allow you to move unrestricted
Going from an iPhone to a DSLR or mirrorless setup is expensive and time-consuming. Here are some benchmarks to guide your shopping process.
Sporks may be controversial, but this one won us over
Best practices gleaned from decades of shooting
The announcement comes weeks after the controversial launch of the organization's outdoor equity pledge
Dress well and you can run or ski tour through even the worst weather…
The first mass-produced, off-road-ready camper to be sold in the U.S. in decades is a winner
Yes, we realize it's an ad, but we love it anyway
The LiftOp Biggie is the rack we recommend to our friends
This dorky little windshield wiper is the world's most effective tool for cleaning your goggles
A stylish twist on a classic—and supremely comfortable—Danner build
The man who led the retail giant since 2013 abruptly announced on Tuesday that he's resigning due to a mysterious investigation into potential conflicts of interest
Gear editor Ben Fox walks us through what makes Backcountry's first ski jacket and bibs perfect for a day on the hill
Work-appropriate styling in a relaxed package
Retro tech meets modern looks in the new Kelty Zyp and Zyro
Ski-apparel brand Spyder dropped by our offices to show off some of the new gear for 2019
For fly-fishers, falconers, and horseback riders, a sling pack is perfect for easy, one-handed access to gear
We know a serious sale when we see one
The brand's spring catalog includes a shot of the famous climber scaling a delicate underground formation in Spain. The National Speleological Society is displeased.
Don’t sacrifice the perfect shot on your next adventure…
There’s something to be said for going with a classic leather boot…
The Gunner G1 is the most useful dog kennel ever made
The Camp Café is a coffee-making system available for large groups of people (or folks that need their joe in mass quantities)
We don't get the day off from school anymore, but warm clothes and a few accessories can still make storms fun
You want protection that goes on easy and keeps your mug from resembling a wind-chapped chunk of meat
Brands get creative showing off their products. Here are a few of our favorite booths from the Denver trade show.
Watch for our tips on how to choose the right backpacking stove before you hit the trail.
Ben shows off our top gear picks under $50
First looks, analysis, and interviews, all delivered from our team at Winter OR
First looks, analysis, and interviews, all delivered from our team at Winter OR
Emily walks us through the Gear of the Show winners from the 2019 Winter Outdoor Retailer Snow Show
Probably the most embarrassing article I’ll write this year is also, for your crotch, the most important
I’ve turned into a gym rat, and I’m proud of it
Hip shape and torso length matter, and a pack that fits right will save you energy on the trail
First looks, analysis, and interviews, all delivered from our team at Winter OR
From magnetic skis to e-motorbikes, here's what we're excited about for the coming season
Getting stuck in the snow is never fun, but we’ve got some tips and tools to get you out quickly.
Made of breathable, wicking, superfine merino wool, this top-and-bottom set has the technical chops for long days in alpine environments
Watch to get a tour of the new Tepui Lightning Rooftop Tent.
The world's hottest supercar company made a crossover. We got it dirty.
The best way to get first chair? Park next to it.
Layering your outerwear for a day of backcountry skiing can be tricky. Watch learn how to dial your layers for a day on the slopes.
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Higher-priced gear almost always performs better. But how much better? And is it worth the extra bills?
Because nothing kills the joy of playing in the snow and cold faster than cold hands
I witnessed history, of a sort, from my desk, watching a free livestream of the first-ever virtual race for pro cyclists
The LiveWire is a giant leap for Harley, if only a small step for the motorcycle industry as a whole
Stuart Palley captures images of wildfires at night, making some of the riskiest art around
Don’t get lost in the tangle and try one of these five options…
Yes, there are layers out there for you, and yes, they're good
A free trip to Sweden, apparel, lift tickets, a ski lesson, and a plus-one included
Each one is made by hand and comes with a lifetime guarantee
A bear's sense of smell is seven times better than a bloodhound's. Outsmart them with this food-storage bag.
You don't need to spend a fortune to get a bright light with good features. Here are our top picks under $20.
The Swedish apparel company ReDew makes the comfiest, best-fitting performance denim we've found for women on the move. Bonus: the jeans are made in part from recycled plastic bottles.
The versatility of these American-made planks is second to none
Blizzard's Women2Women summit gathers skiers to talk about how to improve women's ski design. And it's working.
Chances are they'll outlive most of your other clothing
In this video from Rio, sales manager Zack Dalton demonstrates how to properly rig a fly rod from start to finish
A layer for chilly (but not frigid) days that looks even better than it performs