We tested the best plus size ski and snow pants for warmth, waterproofing, and style. Perfect for slopes, snowshoeing, or winter fun.
Water bottles are vital to keeping us hydrated outdoors- whether it’s for a day hike, a camping trip, or backpacking. We tested wide mouth Nalgenes, collapsible, glass, and vacuum insulated bottles from Yeti, Hydro Flask, and Klean Kanteen and more, comparing 17 bottles side-by-side.
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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 reviewed 27 men’s ski jackets to find the 5 best hardshells, backcountry, insulated, 3-in-1, sub-$350, and waterproof coats. Here are our top rated winners.
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We tested the top winter hiking boots for warmth, durability, and comfort on cold-weather trails. Get expert tips on choosing the best fit and features.
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An in-depth, long-term review at the Obermeyer Foundation Insulated Ski Jacket, the best budget men's ski jacket you can get.
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We tested the best wireless earbuds, behind the neck, and Bluetooth headphones for thousands of miles, while running, hiking, biking, and working out.
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The best long underwear are insulating, moisture-wicking, odor-resistant, comfortable, will keep their shape, and will last for years with a little care.
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We review the best ski travel bags with padding to protect skis during air travel and on buses and trains. We used skis bags from Colorado to Japan to Alaska to find what makes good luggage for carrying skis.
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We test the best women's base layer bottoms and tights to stay warm in the cold. We review lightweight, midweight and heavyweight thermal underwear for outdoor activities
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We review ski boot bags and snowboard boot bags to find the best boot bags for air travel and road trips. Our goal is to have you feel more confident flying your ski gear by using a padded ski boot backpack
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We tested two dozen lightweight, midweight, and heavyweight men’s and women’s base layer tops over four years. We put these base layers to work, and came out with the best base layers for warmth, durability, comfort, and ability to wick away sweat and odor over time.
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Tested on ice and snow from Maine to Alaska for 4 years, here’s our review of the best men’s winter boots for warmth, water resistance, fit, comfort, and traction.
We evaluate and review over 12 ski pants and snowboarding pants for downhill skiing, backcountry, or resort use. We test each for fit, comfort, breathability, durability, and more.
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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.
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We reviewed 44 down jackets to find the 7 best puffy jackets for most outdoor activities: hiking, camping, backpacking—ultralight to extreme cold.
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Explore the MSR DynaLock Ascent Carbon Backcountry Poles—lightweight, durable, and adjustable with Kevlar reinforcement, ideI aal for winter backcountry use.
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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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We spent 8 years testing 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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An avalanche beacon (aka avalanche transceiver) is an essential rescue gear item for backcountry skiing and hikers, climbers and snowshoers traveling in avalanche terrain
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