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Getting outdoors in the winter doesn't have to be miserable. Here, musher Blair Braverman shares her top ten tips for keeping cozy in frigid temperatures.
The popular running lids can't always take the heat. These are the exceptions.
The Vantage Point is a full mesh trucker that has more structure than your typical running hat, but it’s still built with crushable materials, so you can pack it away without ruining it. It dries fast and fits any head thanks to a snapback fit that has an extra elastic…
Running with a stroller is all well and good in the milder months, but it takes a little extra planning to pull off in winter
You might think a down-puffy beanie is overkill, but it still made our list of favorite winter hats. “The Transcendent might be the warmest hat in your quiver thanks to the 650-fill down stuffed inside the ripstop poly shell,” wrote contributor Graham Averill.
20 pieces we'll be using on the mountain this winter
He's literally tested hundreds of hats, and this is his go-to
How I rediscovered the joy of trails and muddy shoes following a skin-cancer scare
At the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market last week, these five products costing less than $50 caught our eye with their affordable capability
Featured in our 2019 Summer Buyer’s Guide as one of the best pieces of sun protection gear, this hat is UPF 50+ and has a “generous four-inch brim that’s lined with black cotton fabric to cut glare and provide solid shade for your face, neck, and shoulders,” writes our…
Products we love, from camping utensils to a revamped Patagonia cap, all costing less than 50 bucks
From detailed designs to brands looking to make a social impact, these are the hats you can find us in all summer
Gear so capable, the trout will practically come to you
A 25 percent tax on bikes, helmets, gloves, and backpacks could hit the industry—and your wallet—hard
We love trucker hats for their sun-blocking prowess. But they’re often bulky and hard to stuff in a pack. The ball cap-style Horizon has a bill that folds down the middle into the size of a hotdog, fitting easily in a back pocket and, yes, a pack too.
Busting people for their style miscues is a beloved pastime in outdoor communities. But in the Instagram era, the practice has us sadly all dressing the same.
It seems like every week one of our writers praises the performance qualities of the Buff. Made from soft polyester microfiber, you can use it as a neck warmer, twist the ends together to make a hat, or even wear it as a bandana.
This hat is fully insulated, with fold-down earflaps and a Velcro chin strap. The brushed-microfiber outer fabric offers UPF 40 sun protection.
Don’t knock them until you try them. Made from down insulation and a DWR-coated nylon shell, the behind-the-head design helps the 180’s fit comfortably over your ears and can be worn with other headwear and head protection.
We don't get the day off from school anymore, but warm clothes and a few accessories can still make storms fun
Keep your hair dry and out of your face with this waterproof cap. The reflective logo increases your visibility during early-morning or nighttime runs.
A worthy beanie keeps your dome warm, vents sweat, and doesn't look dorky
Here's hoping my well-informed list helps simplify your holiday shopping
It’s allegedly as strong as a typical cycling lid, but it looks like a baseball cap and squishes down to the size of a water bottle
But be wary. Not all reef-safe sunscreens are created equal.
Yeah, I'm a sucker for the latest, greatest hardcore equipment, but this everyday stuff is invaluable
Plus dos and don’ts for scoring great deals on used equipment
How people who make a living playing outside protect themselves from sun, rain, and sweat
CEO Corinne Prevot, 27, turned a high school pet project into a full-blown business
We’ve already let go of the idea that cyclists should pretend to be drivers. Maybe it’s time to let go of our fixation on safety gear as well.
Rain or shine, snow or sleet, the Coal Stanley has you covered
Here's everything he relied on while blazing up the trail
You may think all trucker hats are created equal. Think again.
The trucker hat is an essential piece of kit here at Outside. We use them to keep the sun off our faces on the skin track and the sweat out of our eyes during post-work trail runs. Plus, they always go well with the de facto office uniform: a flannel and jeans. Here are eight of our favorites.
Make sure you're prepared for sun, unpredictable weather, and fish guts
Layer up with this kit to stay warm, and happy, on your ride into work.
Getting into paddling is a good call. Blowing your money on unnecessary gear is not. Here’s exactly what you need.
If you plan to run this summer, you better have a hat. Here are our five favorites.
Running to work is hard, especially when you have to contend with cold weather, poor visibility, and icy roads. On those days, your gear matters.
Forget the forecast. This gear will keep you moving through the toughest season.
Let your friends know you care (and didn't totally forget about them)
You'll need lots of plaid, flannel, a pair of work boots, and a cap. With earflaps.
Yes, sun hats are one of the most effective ways to prevent skin cancer. But did you know they can also keep the heat from zapping your energy? During my decade as a raft guide, I found I was much more energetic at the end of the day when I…
I ran my first ultra, The North Face Endurance Challenge 50-Mile on December 7. Save two missing toenails and a pinky toe that looks like it belongs on a cadaver, I think I am far enough away from the pain to write about the gear that helped…
When it comes to holiday giving, you should never have to choose. This year, our editors have pulled together 68 perfect ideas—priced from $4 to $50,000—guaranteed to make anyone on your list feel like a million bucks.
I can’t seem to find a warm hat I like. They get sweaty when I’m playing hard, then freeze my noggin when I’m standing still.
Frigid temperatures, biting wind, blowing snow—if you’re well outfitted, it doesn’t really matter.
Our five favorite gadgets for everything from recording splits to rocking out, including the New Balance Tri-Viz with four built-into-the-brim LEDs that can operate in three different settings; the Timex Ironman Run Trainer With GPS; and the Motorola Motoactv, a lightweight wristwatch that packs music and heart-rate tracking.
Outside reviews the best gear for the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Arc'teryx Incendo.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Roxy 10'6" SUP.
Outside picks the essentials for March, including the Arc'teryx Motus Crew.