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Combining the features of hiking shoes, climbing slippers, and even mountaineering boots, approach shoes are in a category of their own. For climbers, they’re an essential piece of footwear that provides stability and traction on rock in addition to...

Since its debut, Patagonia’s R1 Air Full-Zip Hoody has been a popular layer among backpackers, backcountry skiers, and rock climbers. Part of the brand's Regulator (R) series, the R1 Air excels in temperature regulation for active pursuits: Its...

Therm-a-Rest is well known in the backpacking space for their lightweight sleeping pads, and perhaps no design is more ubiquitous than the NeoAir XLite NXT. Built with ultralight backpackers in mind, this pad is popular for its impressive warmth-to...

If you're in the market for travel and storage accessories for your vehicle, you've probably come across Thule's vast collection. From bags and racks to platforms and cargo boxes, the brand has something to offer for practically any kind of rig. The...

A quality pair of ski goggles can do a lot to improve visibility on the slopes, but if they get all fogged up, it doesn’t really matter what you’re wearing. The good news is that there are a number of steps you can take to avoid this frustrating...

Synthetic insulation might not offer quite the warmth-to-weight ratio of down, but it resists moisture, breathes better, and is more cost-efficient. With the choice of both types of jackets in our gear closet, we find ourselves consistently reaching...

As the critical link that transfers your body's energy and movements to your board, snowboard bindings are an essential component of your setup. Choosing the right bindings can significantly impact your performance and overall experience on the...

Any piece of climbing gear has the potential to become a cherished relic, but perhaps none carries as many good memories as a trusty old rope. It’s your lifeline on everything from beginning top ropes to full-on alpine epics. A rope is...

Ask any hiker or backpacker on the trail and they’ll likely tell you that the key to success—i.e., staying comfortable mile after mile—is a good pair of hiking footwear. From well-established brands like Salomon and Merrell with diverse collections to...

Helly Hansen is a leader in the ski apparel market, and their Ridge Infinity kit was quick to impress us throughout a full season of testing last winter. Along with the jacket, we put the bibs through their paces in eastern Washington and came away...

Helly Hansen is a trusted name in the ski community, and their Ridge Infinity Shell Jacket is a clear reflection of the brand's longstanding expertise. We put this jacket through its paces over an entire season in eastern Washington, encountering...

Synthetic insulation is a bit of a miracle material: It’s breathable, water-resistant, and modern blends come impressively close to matching the loft and light weight of down. We’ll lounge around in our down jacket any day, but for performance use it’s...