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A climbing brand at its core, it’s no surprise that Black Diamond would make a ski purpose-built for long skin track missions. With a paulownia core and carbon fiber layup, the Helio Carbon 88 is competitively lightweight. And while many narrow skis...

Nemo’s Dagger has long been considered one of the most livable lightweight backpacking tents on the market, and Nemo recently updated the design with a revamped pole structure that really maximizes the interior. With more headroom, larger vestibules...

REI Co-op entered the world of ultralight backpacking in a big way with the release of their Flash 55 pack. The combination of price, ample storage, and low weight made it a quick favorite, and the second...

If your cooler must-haves include easy portability, large capacity, and maximum ice retention, a wheeled cooler is the way to go. Like standard hard-sided models, many of today’s top wheeled coolers can keep ice frozen for several days with the added...

If you've been on the hunt for a quiver-of-one winter boot, the Chilkat V 400 from The North Face may end your search. This boot is well constructed, and the 400-gram (g) Heatseeker Eco insulation and sealed seams mean you're protected from most...

I've been an on-and-off road runner since college and have gotten back into it over the past few years. I love a good trail run as much as the next mountain townie, but something about leaving my front door for a run (and skipping the drive to a...

REI Co-op’s Trailmade 60 pack initially caught our team's interest with its $179 price tag and has since won us over with its performance on a range of multi-day treks across the western United States...

Toeing the line between a 3- and 4-season tent, MSR's Access is well suited for fast-and-light backcountry missions that warrant the added protection but without the heft and bulk of a true mountaineering design. I pushed the tent a bit beyond treeline...

With a long platform for floatation and added traction underfoot, snowshoes open up your favorite terrain and hiking trails for all kinds of winter fun. We've tested dozens of designs over the years all over the country, from snow-laden peaks in...

Whether you’re a resort ripper or earn your turns in the backcountry, ski bibs are a nice alternative to pants, offering unmatched protection alongside a healthy dose of style. And there are more women's-specific options now than ever: Brands like...

The climbing pants in our lineup may or may not help you clip the chains of a 5.13, but they sure make the process a lot more comfortable. We've been testing climbing pants for over a decade in a quest to find the perfect sending slacks, and we've...

Winter boots remain a timeless, charming, and vital piece of gear. From classic Sorels to light and modern waterproof designs, they aim to keep your feet protected and warm from snow and frigid temperatures. Whether you live in a cold and snowy climate...