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From short day hikes and summit scrambles to all-day adventures into the backcountry, you’ll want the right pack for the job. Most people carry water and food, a layering piece and rain shell, and a few other accessories like a first-aid kit or...

U.K.-based Rab was a climbing company first, and their popular Microlight Alpine Down Jacket pays tribute to that mountain expertise. Throughout two years of testing the women's model, including...

Ultralight without feeling ultra-compromised, the Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer/2 is one of the lightest fully featured down jackets on the market. Despite hitting a sub-9-ounce weight (for the men’s hoody model), Mountain Hardwear managed to...

If your mountain biking gear budget has been stretched thin and you’re tempted to skimp on the helmet, don’t. Skip that extra bit of carbon instead. It’s true, mountain bike helmet prices are creeping up, but we find little reason to complain. For...

At first glance, the Zionic Waterproof Mid hiking boot is a far cry from Keen’s traditional leather stompers, but after extensive testing on trails in Wyoming and Washington state, we’ve come away impressed with the brand’s first foray into the...

The Kamik Momentum 3 winter boots are stylish and a great value, easily earning a place in any winter wardrobe . They are comfortable, easy to slip on and off, and generally available in a wide selection of fun colors. That said, they don't excel at...

Is it possible to look like a million bucks, keep sensitive documents concealed, and feel cozy while trotting around the globe? I didn't think so—until I met the Bluffworks Envoy Lightweight Travel Pants. These pants had been on my radar for years...

This winter, I went on the hunt for a hoodless synthetic jacket to wear as a midlayer for skiing. Along with being trim enough to layer overtop, I wanted the jacket to be breathable and stretchy for higher-output activities without looking overly...

Nemo is a consistent leader in the backpacking and ultralight tent spaces, with their Hornet Elite Osmo 2P slotting in as an excellent choice for fastpackers and other weight-conscious minimalists. For just over 2 pounds, the Hornet Elite provides...

Unlike their lift-assisted alpine cousins, backcountry skis have two jobs: getting you uphill efficiently while retaining enough power to make the downhill worth the effort (and fun). The good news is that material and construction technologies are...

Recently reintroduced after a multi-season hiatus, Outdoor Research’s Transcendent Hoodie is more backcountry-ready than ever. While past versions of the jacket used low-quality, 650-fill down, the latest Transcendent is packed with lofty...

While traditional mummy-style sleeping bags remain the most popular option for backpackers, those who sleep hot or count ounces are increasingly moving toward more streamlined quilts. Enlightened Equipment was one of the first to offer ultralight...