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Six confidence-inspiring skis that will help intermediates advance to the next level
We tested over a dozen long-sleeved layers to find these top five picks for any winter weather
Whether it’s merely brisk or fully frigid out, these tops will keep your workouts comfortable
Our testers braved cold, wind, snow, and slush to find the best-performing men’s running pants and tights
No matter the weather, these leggings kept us moving comfortably
Our gear guy answers all the ski boot questions you don't know to ask
Tested and approved jackets to provide shelter from winter cold and slop
Because there is no such things as bad running weather when you have the right gear
Because having cold hands or head on a run is no fun
Don’t let frozen ears and fingers ruin running in a winter wonderland
Of the few dozen winter jackets we tested last season, these six impressed on a Southwestern ranch, at the après bar, and almost everywhere in between
Our experts and testers reviewed hundreds of products to pick the best snowboards, winter apparel, hunting gear, cross-country skis, and so much more
More than a dozen testers moved, sweated, stretched, arm balanced, and meditated on 35 mats. These are the ones we’re still practicing on.
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
The results are in: From puffies to weather-resistant softshells, these were the best active midlayers we tested.
Our crew tested over two dozen fleeces in every winter condition they could find. These six stood out from the competition.
We tested over 20 fuzzy pullovers and jackets to find the 5 highest-performing fleeces for every cold-weather adventure
We tested more than 30 base layer tops and bottoms in a wide range of winter conditions. These six topped our list.
What you choose to wear closest to your skin can be the difference between a standout day in the elements and a mediocre one
We tested more than 35 styles to find the warmest, comfiest, most capable boots for everyday winter wear
After testing 51 pairs, our picky lead sunglass tester finally found shades that don’t suck for trail running: the Julbo Density
What do you get when you give 51 sunglasses to more than a dozen multi-sport athletes and tell them to find the best in the bunch? This collection of trusty shades.
We tested over 75 trail shoes across hundreds of miles of rocky singletrack, sandy paths, and muddy forests. These 14 stood out as the top performers.
Tap in–or, rather, strap in–to the flow state with these tester-approved snowboard bindings
We put 117 shoes through thousands of miles of long runs, speed workouts, races, and daily jaunts. These 16 emerged as the best.
Lace up and lace your line with these tester-approved snowboarding and splitboarding boots.
The best nordic ski gear provides comfort, support, warmth, and breathability, all in a deceivingly streamlined package
Challenging conditions last season helped us test the best skis that are breaking boundaries in the sport right now
This deck rides switch exceptionally, floats well, and may be the most durable split on the market today
Ditch the crowds and enjoy the pow with our testers’ favorite splitboards on the market
Drop the jargon, demystify the tech. We’re bringing you nothing but the facts.
The Gnu Barrett board wins the Editor’s Choice award for a second time thanks to its reliable, ripping all-mountain prowess
From all-mountain rippers to powder craft, these five boards will have women riders everywhere salivating to get the 2024/2025 season started
Our testers’ favorite board, the Nitro Alternator is a capable, no-frills, cambered all-mountain crusher
Meet our snowboard test director’s go-to Japow board and a perennial favorite of our Tahoe test team
30 testers put 50 snowboards to the test during our board test week at Tahoe’s Diamond Peak and beyond. These are the cream of the crop.
After a year of testing, we've identified 12 marathon shoes that will boost your performance and make the race more enjoyable
Out of the 106 products we tested, these ten picks got us most excited to get back into hunting season
These jackets, waders, vests, boots, socks, gloves, and layers handled long days and cold nights in the winter backcountry hunting deer, ducks, turkey, and more