Results for 'Winter gear'

American Outdoor Brand Guide: The Most Influential Outdoor Brands from Each State

Every state has its own "claim to fame" outdoor company—we compiled the top brand from all 50

Notes From an Epic Road Trip Through California's Best State and National Parks

Contributor Micah Ling set out on a 6 month road trip to visit the West Coast's best national parks. Here, she shares highlights from the Golden State

First Impressions of the Coros Nomad, a New GPS Watch for Modern Adventure

Colorful maps, weather info, a smart way to drop pins, and tracking for 50+ activities bring this GPS watch away from ultras and into base camp

Inside Pedalpalooza, the Seasonal Cycling Extravaganza Keeping Portland Weird

Every summer, Rose City cyclists take to the streets for hundreds of community bike rides in a mass celebration of cycling culture

Alpine Luddites Q&A: Custom Backpacks & Sketchy Adventure with Designer John Campbell

How a life of adventure and travel led this creative climber to build one of the cottage industry's most beloved brands, one custom backpack at a time

The 9 Best Double Sleeping Bags for More Comfy Couples Camping

These full-featured, two-person sleeping bags make spending the night in nature as comfortable—and cuddle friendly—as at home

The 8 Best Cots for Camping & Backpacking, Tested

Lightweight, comfy, highly-packable, these camping cots make getting a good night's rest outdoors easier, without the noise and feel of an air pad

Why Our Gear Expert Has Basically Given Up on Chemical Sunscreen

After too many absolutely brutal sunburns, longtime gear guy Joe Jackson learned to embrace the embarrassing look of thick mineral-based sunscreens

Inside Pacific Town Club, a 1950s Black Outdoor Social Club Resurrected for the 2020s

The original PTC disbanded in the 20th century for reasons unknown. Then in 2021, Siddiq Cornish decided to bring the historic club back to life

A Trail Runner's Bucket List: 10 Races All Women Should Run

By prioritizing women's podiums, better course design, and inclusive marketing, these races are removing barriers to female and non-binary athletes.

The 13 Best All-Season, All-Purpose, Pull-On Boots (That Aren't Blundstones)

A survey of better crafted, more durable slip-on boots for men & women, because everyone you know already has a pair of Blunnie 550s

Tour the Most Important Outerwear in the Gore-Tex Archives in Our New Video Doc

Explore how the archive was established and 5 of the most important vintage pieces within, from Everest expedition suits to the first Gore down jacket

Why You Should Hike Japan's New Michinoku Coastal Trail Next Winter

Though the MCT is often hiked in the fall or spring, those who brave it in colder months will be rewarded with singular beauty and tastier fish

15 Best Running Brands Redefining Performance by Emphasizing Community & Cool

A new wave of IYKYK running brands is injecting the sport with a fresh perspective drawn from high design, fashion, cool kid culture, and run clubs

The New Ultralight Durston X-Dome 1+ Punches Way Above Its Price Point

A hands-on test of the UL gear brand's new freestanding tent reveals an easy-to-pitch, roomy design with one possible dealbreaker for desert campers

Thurston Launches with Beanies to Keep You Comfy, Not Sweaty (or Itchy)

After nearly a decade of R&D prototyping, this upstart introduces a modest range of headwear made with Polartec's famed Power Wool fabric

How to Choose Between a Quilt & Sleeping Bag for Your Next Backcountry Trip

Though often made of the same performance materials, small design variations makes sleeping bags and quilts better suited for different conditions

In Quebec's Chic-Choc Mountains, Wild Winter Adventure Awaits

Seeking late-season snowfall, our writer headed to Eastern Canada for a joyous week of snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, and maple syrup tastings.

Glacier Glasses Guide: History, How They Work & The 10 Best to Trust in the Wild

Designed to protect eyes from the extreme solar radiation at high altitudes and UV reflections from snow, glacier glasses make function look stylish

How Hoka Makes Billions & Still Stays True to Its Trail Running Roots

In the French Alps, at the year's biggest trail running event, this writer saw evidence of how the billion-dollar brand will survive mainstreamization

Ultralight Innovator Pa'lante Introduces Its First Bag for Backcountry Ski Missions

Hands-on with the new minimalist backpack designed to haul just the essentials (avy gear included) on fast and light backcountry missions

How to Wash a Down Jacket: A Comprehensive Guide

Step-by-step instructions and pro tips from a professional guide and gear tester to help you maximize the lifespan of your lightweight down items

A Winter Hiking Guide to Colorado's Tallest Mountain and Classic 14er, Mount Elbert

Which route to take, what to wear, and all else to know about summiting the tallest mountain in Colorado (and 2nd highest in the continental U.S.)

Salomon Updates the Award-Winning All-Mountain QST Ski Line with Trippy New Designs

Inspired by storms and textiles, Salomon designer Victor Brousseaud brings an all-new look to the all-mountain ski