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Our Skiing and Snowboarding with your kids webinar is the perfect way to get tips, tricks, and advice from seasoned parents and pros. We will cover travel tips for ski vacations, gear and teaching techniques.

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Kahtoola MICROspikes Ghost Footwear Traction Review
Dean Krakel

We tested the Kahtoola MICROspikes Ghosts on snow and ice to assess traction, fit, durability, ease of use, and versatility compared to other winter traction devices.

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NEMO Vantage Endless Promise Travel Backpack Review
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NEMO Vantage Endless Promise Travel Backpack Review
Becca Downs

Comfort, durability, spacious storage, and thoughtful organization make the NEMO Vantage a versatile and quality investment for most travel and adventure needs.

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Patagonia PowSlayer 3L Ski Jacket and Pants Review
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Patagonia PowSlayer 3L Ski Jacket and Pants Review
Stasia Stockwell

We tested the Patagonia PowSlayer 3L Jacket and Pants’s weather protection, fit, comfort, durability, breathability, and more, from the backcountry to the resorts.

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How the REI Co-op Powderbound Insulated Ski and Snowboard Jacket Performed in Wind and Snow
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How the REI Co-op Powderbound Insulated Ski and Snowboard Jacket Performed in Wind and Snow
Mattie Schuler

We tested the REI Co-op Powderbound Insulated Ski and Snowboard Jacket on the slopes, from resort to backcountry, to assess its warmth, breathability, waterproofing, fit, and more

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Best Baby and Toddler Carriers for Hiking of 2025
Best Baby and Toddler Carriers for Hiking of 2025

To find the best child hiking carrier for babies and toddlers, we reviewed backpacks and tested the Osprey Poco line, Deuter Kid Comfort, Kelty, Thule, and more

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Best Hiking and Backpacking Watches of 2026
Best Hiking and Backpacking Watches of 2026

We put in 230 hours of research and 620 days of trail testing to review the best GPS and ABC watches for hiking, backpacking, and multisport outdoor activities.

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Best Lightweight Hiking Boots of 2026
Best Lightweight Hiking Boots of 2026

We review the best men’s and women’s lightweight hiking boots for day hikes and lightweight backpacking, including the top waterproof and Gore-Tex models.

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Best Recovery Shoes, Sandals, and Slides for Runners of 2026
Best Recovery Shoes, Sandals, and Slides for Runners of 2026

Help tired feet recover with recovery shoes for runners—sandals, slides, and slippers. We tested passive and active recovery shoes for easing pain or plantar fasciitis.

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✨We're thrilled to announce that after many years, we finally have a dedicated Men's Trail Running Shoes guide!✨⁠ ⁠ Whether you're trail running, jogging gravel in an urban park, or backpacking or thru-hiking in trail runners, we review the top rated
A good handlebar bag is likely one of the first bike bags you’ll buy.⁠ ⁠ Whether you’re looking for the best handlebar bags to get your burrito from the taqueria to the park, or to help carry your camping gear on a weekend trip, we’
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We've spent the past 2 years and 1000s of miles testing the @sixmoondesigns Swift X backpacking backpack.⁠ ⁠ Finally, for the first time, we sit down and wrote an in-depth review on why we like this backpack.⁠ ⁠ W’ve carried the Swift X on thru
Whether you're bikepacking the desert or commuting on a hot day, a water and a way to hold your water bottle are essential. 💧⁠ ⁠ Our goal is to help you find possibly the last water bottle cage you need to purchase. ⁠ ⁠ Over decades of riding our bi
⁠ Sure, it looks good in town. But how does the Patagonia R1 Hoody perform on trail runs, hikes, skiing, climbing, and biking?⁠ ⁠ We do a deep dive into the Patagonia R1 Hoody, a classic fleece, to see how it really performs--and whether it's worth t
Not all sun shirts are made equal. We've spent 4 years testing nearly 2 dozen sun shirts on summits, backpacking trips, thru-hikes, and camping trips in the desert. Here's what we found:⁠ ⁠ ✅ get the sun shirt with lightest fabric cuz some of these s

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