Arc’teryx Cerium Hybrid Hoody Review

Last Updated: October 2, 2023

Arc’teryx makes some of our favorite insulated jackets, from breathable and weather-ready synthetics to premium down pieces. The Cerium Hybrid Hoody is part of the brand’s popular Cerium collection, which combines both types of insulation to balance...

Patagonia Storm Shift Ski Pant Review

Last Updated: September 29, 2023

Patagonia is known for their keen attention to detail and strong sustainability focus, and the Storm Shift ski kit is the embodiment of that ethos. We put the men’s Storm Shift Pants through an unseasonably wet and windy winter in British Columbia and...

Best Backcountry (Touring) Skis of 2024

Last Updated: September 28, 2023

Unlike their lift-assisted alpine cousins, backcountry skis have two jobs: getting you uphill efficiently while retaining enough power to make the downhill worth the effort (and fun). The good news is that material...

Trew Gear Chariot Bib Primo Review

Last Updated: September 26, 2023

Oregon-based Trew Gear is a relatively young brand but has wasted no time assembling a solid lineup of high-quality and clean-looking ski kits. We recently put the women’s Chariot Bib Primo to the test...

Trew Gear Stella Jacket Primo Review

Last Updated: September 26, 2023

Oregon-based Trew Gear is no stranger to inclement weather, and their ski jackets are built to handle harsh conditions and rough treatment while looking good in the process. The women’s-specific Stella Jacket Primo is a case in point, combining...

Patagonia Storm Shift Ski Jacket Review

Last Updated: September 22, 2023

Patagonia makes some of our favorite ski jackets, and their Storm Shift stands out as an impressively well-built design for resort riders who put a premium on durability and comfort. We tested the men’s version in typical Pacific Northwest conditions...

Patagonia Down With It Parka Review

Last Updated: September 11, 2023

Patagonia’s high-performance and responsibly produced outerwear is known both for excellent protection from the elements and looking good in the process. Their casual Down With It Parka follows...

Patagonia Insulated Powder Town Jacket Review

Last Updated: September 6, 2023

Patagonia’s ski jacket lineup runs the gamut from backcountry-ready hardshells to insulated resort designs. Formerly called the Snowbelle/Snowshot, their Insulated Powder Town falls into the latter category, offering a competitive combination of warmth...

Fall Hiking Gear Essentials

Last Updated: September 5, 2023

Fall is our favorite time of the year to hike: the temperatures have cooled off, the bugs are mostly gone, and the colors in the mountains are incredible. For this shoulder season, we always make some adjustments to our hiking gear kit, adding a little...

Rain Jacket Construction: 2L vs. 2.5L vs. 3L

Last Updated: August 30, 2023

There’s no shortage of rain jackets to choose from, and one way to narrow down your search is by determining what sort of construction best fits your needs. Depending on their application, rain jackets...

Blizzard Rustler 10 Ski (2024) Review

Last Updated: August 29, 2023

Blizzard’s original Rustler was consistently one of our favorite all-mountain skis thanks to its focus on fun over all-out power and speed. The design has gotten a big revamp for 2024, including changes to the construction (Titanal now runs the length...

REI Co-op Labor Day Sale: 2023 Outdoor Gear Guide

Last Updated: August 22, 2023

Summer may be coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean that gear-dreaming season is over. From Friday, August 25 to Monday, September 4, REI Co-op is hosting their annual Labor Day Sale, which is...