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2024 Gear Reviews

2024 Gear Reviews


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Whether it’s merely brisk or fully frigid out, these tops will keep your workouts comfortable

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Our testers braved cold, wind, snow, and slush to find the best-performing men’s running pants and tights

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No matter the weather, these leggings kept us moving comfortably

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The deals we can’t resist this year for rock, ice, and gym climbing

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The X-Mid trekking pole tent and other groundbreaking ultralight designs have earned Durston an unmatched fan base, with a 14,000-person Facebook group and in-jokes about stickers and sage at the center of it

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Tested and approved jackets to provide shelter from winter cold and slop

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Because there is no such things as bad running weather when you have the right gear

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Because having cold hands or head on a run is no fun

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Don’t let frozen ears and fingers ruin running in a winter wonderland

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Of the few dozen winter jackets we tested last season, these six impressed on a Southwestern ranch, at the après bar, and almost everywhere in between

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We tested insulated jackets of every stripe—from puffies to shackets, synthetic fill to down—to find the highest-performing options for your cold-weather adventure

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The results are in: From puffies to weather-resistant softshells, these were the best active midlayers we tested.

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Our crew tested over two dozen fleeces in every winter condition they could find. These six stood out from the competition.

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We tested over 20 fuzzy pullovers and jackets to find the 5 highest-performing fleeces for every cold-weather adventure

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We tested more than 30 base layer tops and bottoms in a wide range of winter conditions. These six topped our list.

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If you’re going to carry your kid on a hiking, skiing, or biking adventure, these five items will make the journey easier and more fun. I’ve tried them all.

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What you choose to wear closest to your skin can be the difference between a standout day in the elements and a mediocre one

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We tested more than 35 styles to find the warmest, comfiest, most capable boots for everyday winter wear

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After testing 51 pairs, our picky lead sunglass tester finally found shades that don’t suck for trail running: the Julbo Density

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Tap in–or, rather, strap in–to the flow state with these tester-approved snowboard bindings

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Lace up and lace your line with these tester-approved snowboarding and splitboarding boots.

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The best nordic ski gear provides comfort, support, warmth, and breathability, all in a deceivingly streamlined package

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Challenging conditions last season helped us test the best skis that are breaking boundaries in the sport right now

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This deck rides switch exceptionally, floats well, and may be the most durable split on the market today

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Ditch the crowds and enjoy the pow with our testers’ favorite splitboards on the market

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The Gnu Barrett board wins the Editor’s Choice award for a second time thanks to its reliable, ripping all-mountain prowess

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From all-mountain rippers to powder craft, these five boards will have women riders everywhere salivating to get the 2024/2025 season started

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Our testers’ favorite board, the Nitro Alternator is a capable, no-frills, cambered all-mountain crusher

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Meet our snowboard test director’s go-to Japow board and a perennial favorite of our Tahoe test team

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30 testers put 50 snowboards to the test during our board test week at Tahoe’s Diamond Peak and beyond. These are the cream of the crop.

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Out of the 106 products we tested, these ten picks got us most excited to get back into hunting season

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These jackets, waders, vests, boots, socks, gloves, and layers handled long days and cold nights in the winter backcountry hunting deer, ducks, turkey, and more

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Our hands-on impressions cooking with Yeti’s new skillet, why we love it, and why it looks oh so familiar

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We’ve been on a quest to find innovative gear that will make your daily run that much better

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Our gear columnist was never a fan of wind jackets until he tried this one

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These jerseys, pants, and shorts got us through rain, sunshine, wind, and everything in between

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Nine testers sweated in more than 50 summer workout shirts, shorts, hats, and accessories. These six came out on top.

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Sony’s new A7CII is a full-frame powerhouse in a small package

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Maximize family time outdoors with these smart kid picks

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We tested 21 boards and road countless breaks to bring you our top six picks

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Our favorite boats for flatwater to Class V rapids

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We tested dozens of paddleboards. These five favorites stood out from the crowd.

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We tested 18 different bikes to bring you the best road and gravel e-bikes of 2024

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We surfed, ran, and swam our hearts out in 18 different styles. These were our favorites.

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The year’s top gear for outdoor adventures, reviewed here

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From sweat-wicking shorts to a minimalist shell, here are our favorite products to hit the trails this summer

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We biked long and hard on 17 different electric commuter bikes to find out which four are truly the best.

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Plush, with surprising pep, the updated Nike Vomero is our new go-to training shoe

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These biking accessories and tools will help you work smarter, not harder, on two wheels

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Having run in every plated trail shoe made, we find the Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra the first that matches road supershoe performance without sacrificing trail-handling prowess

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We tested 20 new products on trails, treadmills, and trains to find the best earbuds and headphones for every listener and budget

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The Marshall Motif II ANC earbuds made us feel like we were inside a recording studio

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Helping you understand the metallurgy that’s making knives sharper, more durable, and less rusty than ever before

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You're known as the king of après-ski, and you like to dress the part

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Racing the Iditarod means braving gnarly cold. Here's the gear that kept me (and my dogs) going.

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We put thousands of road miles on more than 70 new running shoes. These seven emerged as the best.

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These five pieces of equipment will help up your off-season game

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We tested dozens of pieces for winter workouts. These six came out on top.

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We put 65 products to the test to find the best winter apparel for your workouts. Here’s what stood above the rest.

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We put over 50 pieces of winter running apparel to the test in all conditions to find the best pieces to keep you warm, dry, and comfortable in the cold.

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We put in more than 1,900 miles testing 135 items. Here are the best.

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Savvy shoppers know that there are deals to be had, even on brand-new ski equipment

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For big powder days in the resort and the sidecountry, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better safety essential

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These weatherproof gloves and mitts are designed to outlast your stamina on the slopes

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Not just any pants will do when you're braving the elements in the backcountry. These live up to the challenge.

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Ski touring and high-output activities in the backcountry require a different kind of armor. Suit up with our favorite picks of the season.

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We put 26 pants and bibs through the wringer last winter. These six impressed us the most.

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We tested 28 pants and bibs. These are the ones that rose to the top.

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Whether you're looking for insulated or not, steezy or muted, you'll find something that fits the bill on this list.

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We tested 45 jackets designed for resort skiing and beyond. These rose to the top.

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We packed 20 pairs of shoes for the resort. These five made the cut.

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These five pieces will help you get the job done with no fuss

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No task is too tough for this year’s crop of winter workwear

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We tested dozens of baselayers to help you choose the best one for your winter adventures

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What you put closest to your skin can make or break your day on the mountain. Don’t mess this one up.

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Clothing and accessories that will both last and make you look cool for years to come

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