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Design and Technology Special: The world's most streamlined and innovative new gear, gadgets, tools and toys, including Nike's + SportWatch GPS.

Design and Technology Special: The world's most streamlined and innovative new gear, gadgets, tools and toys, including Icebreaker's Realfleece Sierra Hood.

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¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Princeton Tec Byte headlamp.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Brunton RL 6 headlamp.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Rab Fusion Pants.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Surefire G2X Tactical flashlight.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Bear Grylls/Gerber Ultimate Kit.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Light and Motion Solite 150 headlamp.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Energizer Triple Beam LED.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Jetboil Sol Ti stove.

The freeskier has earned the right not to be called Julia’s little sister.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Black Diamond Ultra Distance Trekking Poles.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Black Diamond Storm headlamp.

Swi of gear, I finally bought my first road bike since I was a kid: a nice carbon-fiber Specialized that is kind to my back. What I need is some advice on a good set of wheels to replace the original Alex wheels. My budget is around $500. What do you think of Neuvation M28 Aeros or Ksyrium Elites? Ideally they would be available at Performance as I have some points to burn. Tim Mountain View, California

I like to backpack with my iPod when I alone in the wilderness. After setting cp it would be ideal to have speakers instead of headphones to enjoy my music. Are there any lightweight, portable speakers good for backpacking? David Vancouver, Washington

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lucy Power Lift Knee Pants.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Patagonia Crossover Bra.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the REI Sariska Strappy Tank.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the ZEMgear Zem Ninja Low Booties.

I having trouble finding a skillet that is lightweight yet will not burn. I using a Primus canister stove and able to adjust the heat low enough. I use my equipment for bike touring, backpacking, and canoeing, so I looking for something that is both small and light. Brad Rantoul, Illinois

I planning a hike through the Narrows in Zion National Park, which involves wading up the Virgin River. What do you recommend to keep warm? Dry is obviously not possible. How about footwear? Connie New Haven, Connecticut

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nau Stylus Wrap Jacket.

I do most of my backpacking when the bugs (mainly mosquitoes) are out. Last year, CNN said that there were two alternatives to deet, including lemon eucalyptus. But is there anything that comes close to deet's performance, without the plastic-destroying quality? Chuck Mount Morris, Michigan

By Stephen Regenold In the summertime, high-end sunglasses are a luxury, albeit a justifiable one for anyone who spends a lot of time outside. This month, I have been testing a pair of said lux glasses with a prescription lens from Costa Del Mar. The company,…

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lafuma Xmotion Leather Low hiking shoe.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Teva Forge Pro Event hiking shoe.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Scarpa Terra GTX hiking boot.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Keen Red Rock Low hiking shoe.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Merrell Covert shoe.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Montrail Mountain Masochist Mid GTX boot.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Vasque Taku GTX boot.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Outdoor Research Cirque Windshirt.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Arc'teryx Epsilon SV Hoody.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Patagonia Torrentshell Pullover.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the First Ascent Sandstone Jacket.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Garmont Zenith Mid boot.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Columbia Master of Faster Low hiking shoe.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Helly Hansen Barrier Stretch 3L Jacket.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Marmot Nano.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Horny Toad Bivalent Dress.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Black Diamond Gridlock Screwgate Carabiner.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Easton Kilo tent.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Osprey Hornet 32 pack.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the CamelBak Charge 450 Pack.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Giro XAR Helmet.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Brooks Colt Saddle.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Pearl Izumi Impact Gloves.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Cielo Sportif by Chris King road bike.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nuun U Tablet.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the O'Neill Vex shorts.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Athleta Scratch Windbreak jacket.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Shimano SH-WR61 Shoes.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Arc'teryx S-220 LT Harness.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Mountainsmith Morrison 2 tent.

By Stephen Regenold Grab onto the foam grip atop the latest ultra-light trekking pole from Black Diamond Equipment and you might wonder where the rest of the pole went. But look down, it’s all there. At an insane 5 ounces per pole, these modern-day walking…

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Arc'teryx Aerios 14 pack.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Osprey Viper 4 Pack.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Shimano XTR PD-M985 Pedals.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Ortlieb Bike-Tourer Panniers.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Look Keo Blade Chromoly Pedals.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Five Ten Karver Shoes.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Waterbox Water Bottle.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lole Mojito swimsuit bottom and Bermude swimsuit top.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Brooks Trance 10 running shoes.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Sheila Moon Alice Shimmel Top.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Mammut 9.6 Climax Rope.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Black Diamond Skylight tent.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the JanSport Versteeg pack.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Jett Raptor Shorts.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Dromarti La Grande Mitts.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the G-Form Bike Shoe Insoles.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Timex Global Trainer GPS Watch.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including The North Face Better Than Naked shirt.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Adidas Adistar Raven running shoes.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Outlier Blazed Cotton Pivot Sleeve Shirt.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Black Diamond Hoodwire quickdraws.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the MSR Hoop 2 tent.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Osprey Verve 13 backpack.

¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized S-Works MTB Shoes.