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Both brands just built websites that will help people shop for pre-owned products
Three new midweight jackets dump sweat while keeping you warm
It's rare for a product to stand the test of time, but these seven items are as good as they ever were
Guide-built since 1920, Eddie Bauer continues to push the envelope with innovative, award-winning products.
As light as a wind vest and as watertight as a drybag, this rain piece redefines "prepared" for cyclists
We spoke with Patagonia's Worn Wear crew about the tools they use to keep stuff looking good and working well for decades
Keep things cozy, classy, and dry with this old-school essential
In honor of ϳԹ's 40th anniversary, we're selecting our all-time favorite gear, places, accomplishments, and people. This month, we rounded up 40 of the best products we've ever tested, from legendary classics (Ed Pulaski's famous firefighting tool) to the newest kids on the block (DJI's crazy new do-it-all drone).
No need to wear your canary-yellow mountaineering jacket on Boston streets. These raincoats translate outdoor tech to urban style.
We pitted a pricey shell against a $70 version to find out
A spiffy commuting shell lets you wear your pride on your sleeve—literally
We asked five outdoor professionals to name the single piece of gear they just can't destroy
They work so well, we wanted to know what was going on inside
The most exciting new products from the country's largest ski trade show
Watch as our online gear editor, Jakob Schiller, shows you how to layer for a day of skiing.
Polartec teamed with legendary mountain guide Peter Whittaker on its new MtnLogic line of apparel.
This jacket from Arc'Teryx falls in line with the current trend of mating a midlayer to an outerlayer
Always on the cusp of environmental innovation, Patagonia's Powslayer jacket earned one of our Gear of the Show awards. The balance between technical performance and environmental impact make this a great jacket.
The Skyliner ($400) is fully reversible, with a diamond-quilted cotton/nylon shell on one side, and Pendleton's striped wool on the other.
In Guadalajara, mariachi echoes through the streets, tacos are a staple provision, and barrels of tequila are made at the nearby Patrón Hacienda.
Who needs a membrane when you can have waxed canvas instead?
For all your fast-and-light pursuits. (Black Diamond) Black Diamond Helio Best For: Going fast and light. The Test: Even if it remains stashed in your pack all day, a lightweight shell to shed squalls and seal in critical warmth should be part of every backcountry adventurer’s kit. And the Helio…
Run cold? You'll want one of these insulated beasts. (Adidas) Adidas Terrex Climaheat Techrock Best For: Instant warmth. The Test: Heading into the backcountry? Pack a big puffy to snuggle into during rest breaks, while on belay, or as emergency insulation. With 800-fill goose down wrapped in Pertex fabric, the 1.1-pound Techrock…
Watch to see what else we love about this soon-to-be-released jacket.
Watch to see why the OR Ascendant Jacket will be an essential part of your 2017 ski kit.
Kitsbow blends style and function with their new King Ridge Windbreaker.
For diehard gear geeks, there’s no more exciting category right now than jackets.
New advances in membrane technology mean there are more ways than ever to fend off a downpour
For the last few months, we've been testing one of the new Voormi Inversion jackets, which debut next fall. Our online gear editor Jakob Schiller says it breathes better than any midlayer or shell he's ever worn—high praise coming from a guy whose office is overflowing with outerwear. Here's…
A leather jacket a generation in the making
Senior editor Axie Navas tests a lot of jackets for ϳԹ, but this one stands out from the rest. Watch and find out what makes the Patagonia Stretch Nano Storm one of our favorite new shells.
We gave the SubQ Designs Jackson jacket Gear of the Show at Winter OR this year for it's innovative approach to sidecountry safety. Online gear editor Jakob Schiller demonstrates what we like about this jacket and why you'd want to use it. …
The 5 products from the Denver trade show that we can’t wait to test this season
GetOutfitted will begin renting vintage onesies to skiers and snowboarders. Why? For the fun of it.
The champion of the waterproof-breathable hardshell is getting soft
Stay warm in all kinds of conditions, with these versatile down-alternative outer and midlayers
The five products we’re most excited about this year
We put the new Gore-Tex Active fabric through its paces during a two-week test in Vermont and B.C. and found that there's no better option for athletes who move fast and light
Sure, it looks like a normal jacket. But it's actually a mobile bar.
Will the Utah startup succeed where the industry leaders have failed?
If you have the right gear, there's no excuse to stop training
Ditch the carry-on. This rig stashes everything from your neck pillow to your water bottle.
Boutique brands are making some of the best kits we’ve ever tried
This month, a tiny Colorado startup will attempt a bold rescue of the nation’s mountain towns while reinventing waterproof-breathable fabrics. How? With this super-comfy hoody.
These six jackets will help you log miles—safely—by trail or road
How and why the company made the jump to high performance
Take on whatever Mother Nature throws your way
