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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Cannondale Ryker bike helmet.

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Ease your load with these packs, including the Gregory Sage 45, which testers loved for its back panel, which perfectly fits the lumbar spine; the North Face Minera 30, a simple daypack with a widely adjustable chest strap and lightweight hipbelt; and the Black Diamond Onyx 75, a no-frills, long-haul, remarkably light pack.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Cannondale Bad Girl 1.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Scott Contessa Spark RC.

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These shells offer equal parts protection and comfort. We reviewed the Columbia Flyin' Dry, with its waterproof, breathable membrane and roomy back pocket; the Marmot Tempo Hoody, which kept our tester toasty on mountain runs and hikes during a windy season; the super-stretchy First Ascent High Season; and others.

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Kicks designed specifically for the female foot, including The North Face Single Track Hayasa, best for mixed road and trail runs; the Salomon XR Mission, best for long trail runs in rough terrain; the New Balance 890V2, best for a cushy on up-tempo runs; and the Pearl Izumi Kissaki, best for high-mileage marathon training and racing.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Merrell Mariposa waterproof jacket.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer's Buying Guide, including the Prana Piggyback yoga-mat strap.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the 5.10 Coyote Canvas climbing shoes.

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Ignore what you've been told: Summer is the time to try something new

The pro skier talks avalanche safety

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She can shred like nobody's business. Here's what to get her.

All about the youngest-ever ASP women's world champion

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Saucony ProGrid Outlaw.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Nau 3/4 Length Cocoon jacket.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Line Celebrity 100 skis.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Arbor Swoon Board.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Moving Comfort Rebound Racer Bra.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Tubbs Wilderness Snowshoe

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I need a comfortable pair of multi-purpose shorts. What do you recommend?

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Outside brings you the best adventure-specific dresses for your next late summer trip.

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Seven surfers from Montauk, New York, give you the lowdown on one of the East Coast's premier surf towns.

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Behind the scenes with the sisters tearing up the competitive triathlon circuit.

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Photographer Jeff Lipsky shoots Torah Bright, Courtney Conlogue, Jenna Shoemaker, Sara Mancuso and Alex Puccio for our October issue.

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Behind the scenes with the Olympic gold medalist in Malibu, California.

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Why did Alex Puccio become so successful as a climber? A move to Boulder had something to do with it.

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In her off time, the 26-year-old triathlete earned a degree from Harvard.

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She surfed Trestles when she was six. Guess what she has planned at 18?…

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Watershed Waterproof Tote.

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The freeskier has earned the right not to be called Julia’s little sister.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lucy Power Lift Knee Pants.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Patagonia Crossover Bra.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the REI Sariska Strappy Tank.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the ZEMgear Zem Ninja Low Booties.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nau Stylus Wrap Jacket.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Camelbak Aventura.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Sole Dual Anti-Blister Socks.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Cannondale Women's Quick 2.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Adidas Adilibria Shield S Sunglasses.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Marmot Freya 35 backpack.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Patagonia Nano Puff vest.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Arc'Teryx Cita Bra.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Trek Belleville WSD.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Osprey Verve 13 backpack.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Kaenon Sequence Sunglasses.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the REI Endeavor Pants.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Helly Hansen Pace Singlet.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized Tactic Helmet.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Dakine Girls Amp 8L Pack.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Mountain Hardwear Geist Running Cap.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Black Diamond Distance FL Poles.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Merrell Atalaya Skirt.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Darn Tough Quarter Sock Cushion Socks.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Five Ten Karver Shoes.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Surftech Marisa Miller Stand-Up Paddleboard.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Oakley Miss Conduct Sunglasses.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nathan Trail Mix.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the DZ Nuts Bliss Cream.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nike Lunar Elite + 2 running shoes.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Dakine Coiled SUP Leash.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Princeton Tec Byte Headlamp.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the The North Face Krakatoa Half Zip Hoodie.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Pearl Izumi Veer Shorts.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the C4 Waterman Bamboo Laminate HD Paddle 8" Blade.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Mountain Hardwear Stretch Cohesion rain jacket.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Rudy Project Ability Sunglasses.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Pearl Izumi Impact Gloves.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Pistel Aster Visor.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Marmot Rom jacket.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Garmin Forerunner 210 Watch.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Quiksilver Women's Sandblaster Pants.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Smith Optics Skyline sunglasses.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lululemon The Mat.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Terry FLX Gel Saddle.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Horny Toad Bivalent Dress.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the O'Neill Vex shorts.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lilypond Sundown Weekender/Gym Bag.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized Echelon Helmet.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Rusty Entwine Fedora.

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