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Because there is no such things as bad running weather when you have the right gear
We tested insulated jackets of every stripe—from puffies to shackets, synthetic fill to down—to find the highest-performing options for your cold-weather adventure
We tested over 20 fuzzy pullovers and jackets to find the 5 highest-performing fleeces for every cold-weather adventure
What you choose to wear closest to your skin can be the difference between a standout day in the elements and a mediocre one
From all-mountain rippers to powder craft, these five boards will have women riders everywhere salivating to get the 2024/2025 season started
In a new documentary, now screening at this year's Outside Festival, the professional snowboarder opens up about motherhood and her career in the shadow of a cancer diagnosis
Since the beginning of women’s sports, a question has loomed: who qualifies as female?
Eight testers worked out in 42 tops and 33 shorts for more than 300 hours. These picks came out on top.
These jerseys, pants, and shorts got us through rain, sunshine, wind, and everything in between
It’s like mansplaining, but about gear. And yes, it’s just as annoying.
‘Tough Broad’ is a guide to keeping your foot on the gas as you reach your golden years
Lusti has built a career—and a life—on toughness and a preternatural ability to ski through puckering technical terrain. Her greatest challenge may be learning to let herself be soft.
How Pam Houston, the author of a timeless book about dating wild and adventurous men, helped me navigate romantic frustrations in a mountain town
This summer Courtney Dauwalter made history, becoming the first athlete to win the three biggest races in ultrarunning in the same year: the Hardrock 100, the Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc, and the Western States Endurance Run. What’s her secret?
One of the first women to make a splash during Outside’s formative years was E. Jean Carroll, who in 1981 reported on a championship that was equal parts rodeo and beauty pageant. She came back with a story that advanced the magazine’s rambunctious style and treated saddle queens with the respect they deserve.
We tested dozens of pieces for winter workouts. These six came out on top.
We put over 50 pieces of winter running apparel to the test in all conditions to find the best pieces to keep you warm, dry, and comfortable in the cold.
We tested 28 pants and bibs. These are the ones that rose to the top.
We tested 45 jackets designed for resort skiing and beyond. These rose to the top.
We packed 20 pairs of shoes for the resort. These five made the cut.
No task is too tough for this year’s crop of winter workwear
We tested dozens of baselayers to help you choose the best one for your winter adventures
Clothing and accessories that will both last and make you look cool for years to come
A new documentary, ‘Walking Two Worlds,’ chronicles Quannah’s rise in fashion alongside her activism on behalf of the climate and her Indigenous community in Alaska
We’re entering the Goldilocks age of backcountry boots. These new models aren’t too heavy and they aren’t too flimsy—they’re just right for a variety of adventures.
These downhill ski boots are designed for ladies who exclusively charge the resort
These lightweight skis don’t just power up the skintrack. They’re bonafide downhill performers.
These wide, rockered planks will help you milk those powder days for all they are worth
These all-mountain skis have a little more underfoot, more rocker, and more fun in powder
No matter the mountain, no matter the conditions, these sticks won't let you down
These skis with narrower waists are versatile resort chargers that know how to get on edge and play in the bumps
These consumer-friendly carving skis remind us why laying trenches on groomers is so dang fun
The ancient ritual turned TikTok trend is happening everywhere
Three testers tried eight swimsuits. These came out on top.
We tested dozens of pieces of apparel on all types of runs—short and long, slow and fast, road and trail, from New Mexico to New Hampshire. These emerged as our favorites.
Twelve testers ran, trekked, and squatted in 45 products to find this summer’s best new hiking pants and shorts.
36 testers tried 40 jackets. These are the crème de la crème.
Twelve testers donned 36 tops to find this summer’s best new shirts, midlayers, and baselayers.
Hundreds of online platforms post traveler reviews, but only a handful police recommendations for fake or promotional content. Which ones should you rely on when planning a trip? Our expert weighs in.
Getting through a harrowing motorcycle adventure across Africa convinced the journalist that she can survive just about anything
A tax-deductible donation of any size can have a huge impact on these nonprofits, all working to get everyone outside and protect our planet. Pick an org and donate today in just a few clicks.
All ski jackets and pants will eventually be available in three fit choices: fitted, regular, and relaxed, and skiers can choose them based on fit and style preference
More than 50 years ago, this 20-year-old became the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon, even while organizers tried to pull her off the course. She finished—and started a movement.
The American ultrarunner set a new women’s world record on Saturday after logging 270.505 miles at the Sri Chinmoy 48-Hour Festival in Canberra, Australia
Women Take The Lead Retreat is creating space for women of color in the running industry to network, learn, and connect with tools to advance their careers
With all the performative “empowerment” of women runners on this day, let this be a moment where we demand real change, real structural transformation, and real joy
We’re going the extra mile with 261 Fearless, our nonprofit partner that empowers women through running
A look at the history of this essential piece of equipment. It’s come so far, thanks to enterprising runners, but is still not adequate for a high percentage of women.
Emily Pennington wanted to see it all. But life on the road was fiercer than she ever imagined.
Next year’s Summer Olympics in Paris mark the 40th anniversary of women competing in the event. With one year until the U.S. Olympic Trials, anticipation is running high.
Van Vleuten dominated the 2022 pro cycling season, which culminated with her victory at the inaugural Tour de France Femmes
Sasha DiGiulian, Brette Harrington, and Matilda Söderlund traveled to Spain to send one of the hardest such routes. Rayu marks 16 pitches of biting limestone and a 5.14b crux. For DiGiulian, it also signaled a return to the height of her athletic career.
When you gotta go, you gotta go. These make it easier no matter where you are.
Farmers aren’t supposed to get emotionally attached to their livestock. But when you suddenly find yourself caring for two newborn sheep, these things happen.
If you have your sights set on long backcountry tours even during low tide, this ski may be just the ticket
An ideal ski for beginners to gain confidence on hardpack and corduroy
Don’t let the pretty top sheet fool you—this all-mountain tool means business, especially in the crud
No women’s powder ski list would be complete without this perennial favorite
This wider all-mountain ski can cut through crud and carve up groomers
This ski didn’t steal the show again this year, but you’d be hard pressed to find a better crud ski
This year’s Most Improved award goes to this energetic and fun ski
These playful planks were designed for skiers of the mountain west
Featuring a slim waist and lightweight construction, this backcountry ski is for those who need quick sticks to tackle big, technical terrain
If you’re a carver girl at heart but need something a little wider underfoot, the Ripstick 94 W is your compromise
An easy-skiing option for all levels, especially newer or casual skiers
This easy-going ride will follow you wherever you go, as long as it’s on edge
We give you the most versatile and responsive wide all-mountain ride of the year
With a more moderate waist, this is the ski for East Coast pow hounds and those of us who live in reality
This powder ski for ladies is as playful as it is pretty
If you gravitate towards a damp, stiff ski for backcountry adventures, this is your stick
Introducing the top-rated women’s all-mountain ski of the year
A beefy ski with stability and power for strong intermediates and up
A quick whip for all-mountain adventures in tight terrain
If you’re looking for an all-mountain ski to do it all, and do it all really well, this is your ticket to ride
This year’s chart-topping wide all-mountain ski for ladies lives for soft snow and crud