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Down jackets have a reputation for being restrictive and fragile, but Mountain Hardwear’s Super/DS Stretchdown bucks that trend. By combining soft...

Salomon is no stranger to the backcountry skiing market with an expansive lineup of touring equipment. From their ski boot collection, the S/Lab MTN is aimed at resort and backcountry skiers who want the option to do both without making major...

Seattle-based Outdoor Research is a leader in the synthetic jacket market, often hitting a nice balance between price and performance. Their Refuge replaced the old Cathode and slots in as an impressively warm and comfortable piece for casual use and...

Smith’s Skyline slots in as one of their mid-range goggle offerings, combining an accommodating medium fit with good all-around visibility and a single ChromaPop lens. We tested the Skyline in British Columbia and while on a ski trip in Japan and came...

Rossignol’s popular Experience 88 Ti is a capable and confidence-inspiring all-mountain design. We gave the ski an extended look throughout a fun winter in the Pacific Northwest and found...

For a more breathable alternative to down and synthetic jackets, many active outdoor-goers turn to fleeces. Arc’teryx is a leader in the performance category, and their Delta series is a standout for high-output pursuits like climbing, skiing, and...

Many women’s winter jacket models come and go, but Marmot’s Montreal has been a powerhouse for years. For less than $300, you get quality down fill, a fleece-lined interior, fur-rimmed hood, and clean styling, making it ubiquitous across a wide range...

The Shellista II Mid is no new addition to the winter boot scene—this time-tested offering from The North Face has been around long enough to see multiple improvements in materials and design...

From the Windy City to the Twin Cities and even the Emerald City, the winter months can serve up some pretty harsh weather. Many down parkas are made to withstand cold temperatures...

Purpose-built for trail running along the wet and sloppy trails of North Vancouver, Arc’teryx’s Norvan collection runs the gamut from the long distance-focused Norvan LD shoes to the Gore-Tex-equipped Norvan SL Hoody tested here. In short, this rain...

Rossignol is one of the biggest and most respected names in the ski industry, and their Alltrack collection of touring boots offers quality performance for backcountry skiers focused on the downhill...

Over the last few years, Black Diamond has assembled an impressive lineup of outdoor gear, from ski jackets and insulation to casual lifestyle apparel. The Liquid Point is their leading performance rain jacket...