2024 The North Face Gift Guide: Editors’ Picks

Last Updated: November 8, 2024

The North Face is one of our go-to outdoor brands for winter and ski apparel, with an extensive lineup of cold weather-ready clothing, footwear, and accessories that often score high on value and style. With the holidays on the horizon, we scoured...

Best Women's Snowboard Pants of 2025

Last Updated: November 7, 2024

You won’t get very far from the lodge without a good snowboard pant or bib, which guards against cold and wet chairlift seats, keeps snow at bay during a wipeout, and offers ample ventilation for sidecountry hiking or bluebird powder days. A quality...

Best Snowboard Helmets of 2025

Last Updated: November 5, 2024

Whether you’re a park rat, resort ripper, or like to earn your turns in the backcountry, a quality helmet is a key addition to any snowboarder’s arsenal. The lids here range from sub-$100 entry-level models to...

Best Backcountry (Touring) Ski Boots of 2025

Last Updated: November 1, 2024

There's a strong argument that the most important part of your ski touring kit is a pair of quality boots that fit well. The good news is that this growing category has seen some impressive advancements, with a plethora of models that excel both on the...

2024 Backcountry Gift Guide: Editors’ Picks

Last Updated: November 1, 2024

Backcountry.com is a one-stop shop for all sorts of outdoor gear, and we regularly turn to them for great deals and helpful product advice. With the holidays quickly approaching, we’ve hand-picked our favorite options from the brand’s extensive online...

2024 Public Lands Gift Guide: Editors’ Picks

Last Updated: November 1, 2024

Outdoor retailer Public Lands carries tons of gear for just about any activity, from hiking and backpacking to camping, skiing, and more. With the holidays quickly approaching, we scoured their collection to put together a list of 12 of our favorite...

2024 REI Co-op Gift Guide: Editors’ Picks

Last Updated: November 1, 2024

The holidays are a time to splurge on those you love, but shopping for a personalized gift can take a lot of time and effort. We're here to help make the buying process easier with our detailed gift guide for outdoor enthusiasts, highlighting hand...

Best Winter Mittens of 2025

Last Updated: October 30, 2024

Nothing spells cozy quite like a winter mitten, which by definition prioritizes warmth over dexterity. It’s true that you’ll most often catch us wearing gloves, but we do prefer mittens for particularly frigid environments and wind-generating...

Best Ski Apparel Brands

Last Updated: October 30, 2024

It’s no secret that skiing is an expensive and gear-intensive sport. And whether you’re doing laps at your local resort or skinning deep into the backcountry, you’ll need a quality jacket and pant combo to keep you comfortable. From budget-oriented...

Best Ski Socks of 2025

Last Updated: October 28, 2024

A quality ski sock gets the basics right: a close but not restricting fit, soft-touch materials that don’t itch, and enough cushioning to keep you on the slopes all day. Every sock that made our “best of” list below for the 2024 season accomplishes...

Best Powder Skis of 2025

Last Updated: October 22, 2024

Whether you’re an intermediate skier making the transition from resort to backcountry or a seasoned rider who lives for secret stashes and untracked terrain, a dedicated powder ski can make a world of difference in deep snow. Compared to traditional...

Best Ski Boots for Beginners of 2025

Last Updated: October 21, 2024

If there's one piece of gear that will keep first-timers from sticking with the sport, it’s an uncomfortable ski boot. An ill-fitting, cheap boot can pinch and freeze toes, turning potential fun into complete misery. Thankfully, there are quality...