We researched and tested the top ski touring backpacks—both with and without avalanche bags—to accommodate skiers with different budgets and experience levels.
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We review the new Julbo Lightyear ski and snowboarding goggles. There is no need to carry extra lenses since the photochromatic lenses cover almost every condition.
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Our guide to best snowboard bags covers luggage for traveling with your snowboard, bindings, and boots - from sizing to padding to tips for plane and road trips.
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The 11 best snowshoes for beginners, winter hiking, running, backpacking, and snow play. From inexpensive to ultralight here are our favorite snowshoes.
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We researched the 100 most popular winter gloves, liner gloves, heated gloves, and mittens to find the best gloves for running, cycling, extreme cold, and touchscreen usage. We found thin, lightweight, unbulky gloves with great dexterity.
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We reviewed 27 men’s ski jackets to find the 5 best hardshells, backcountry, insulated, 3-in-1, sub-$300, and waterproof coats. Here are our top rated winners.
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Tested on ice and snow from Maine to Alaska, here’s our review of the best men’s winter boots for warmth, water resistance, fit, comfort and traction.
Find the best backcountry ski bindings for your next adventure with our expert reviews of the top models, from lightweight bindings to hybrid options.
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The outside, all of it, belongs to all of us. Stay safe, dry, and warm this winter in quality clothing built for life outdoors with our review of the best plus size baselayers, mid-layers, and outerwear. This guide includes our recommendations for the outdoor clothing that fits and supports plus size bodies — from the best plus size hiking pants to waterproof jackets and more.
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We review the best 4-season tents for mountaineering, backcountry ski trips, gusty winds, cold weather, heavy precipitation, and challenging conditions. We looked for 4-season tents with headroom, easy set-up, solid pole structure, good ventilation and that can take heavy snow loads.
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A review of the best men’s and women’s merino wool and synthetic ski socks, factoring in tech, cushioning, fit, length, and warmth for winter’s extreme cold.
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Protect your head on the slopes with the best ski and snowboard helmets, reviewed and tested by experts. Get ready for your next snow adventure!
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Looking for a way to stay upright in icy conditions? Sure-footed traction in snow and ice allows you to carry your outdoor life into the shoulder seasons and beyond.
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We tested and reviewed the best climbing skins to help you find the perfect model for your next backcountry adventure and maximize your performance.
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We tested the top women’s winter boots for ice and snow from Maine to Alaska. We review the best boots for warmth, water resistance, fit, comfort and traction
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We researched 100+ ski gloves to find the best ski gloves, ski gloves for women, ski gloves for cold hands, leather ski gloves, ski touring gloves, and ski gloves for cold and extreme weather. See picks from Black Diamond, Hestra, Arc’teryx, Outdoor Research, Kinco, and more.
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We waded through the dozens of beginner and intermediate ski models to find the best all-mountain skis, with picks for best all-around beginner skis, best powder skis, best women’s skis, and more.
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Whether you’re lapping downhill at the resort, touring deep into the backcountry, or getting out for a few casual weekends of skiing or snowboarding each season, a good snow pant makes all the difference between feeling warm, dry, and comfortable - and taking a beating from winter weather.
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We researched 24 of the most popular women’s ski jackets and then tested to find the best hardshells, insulated jackets, 3 in 1 ski jackets, and ski jackets for layering. We consider hoods, pockets, waterproofing, windproofing, powder skirts, and seam sealing for resort, backcountry, extreme cold, and budget skiers.
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Not all running leggings and tights are created equal; that’s why we thoroughly researched and tested this critical piece of gear for ourselves to find the best options for winter runners everywhere.
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