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Skiers, snowboarders, and other adventurers headed into the backcountry will need a pack to carry their supplies, and options range from highly organized and plush haulers to minimalist models for weight...

Osprey’s Poco (offered in both standard and “Plus” models) is easily one of the most popular and recognizable child carrier packs on the market, and it underwent a fairly thorough revamp last year. My wife and I gave the fully featured Poco Plus a...

An iconic Patagonia jacket named after an iconic Patagonian peak, the Fitz Roy has gone through a number of iterations over the years. The latest model is around 20 percent lighter than its predecessor...

We consistently turn to Arc’teryx for premium and protective hardshell jackets, and their new-for-2020 Beta FL is yet another stellar entry. Built with bombproof Gore-Tex Pro 2.0, it slides into the Beta collection—Arc’teryx’s designation...

A staple within the Mountain Equipment lineup for over 40 years, the Lightline down jacket packs a serious punch. This winter-weight parka features lofty...

Sharing its name and basic design with the popular X Ultra hiking model, the Salomon X Ultra Winter CS WP 2 stands out in the winter boot market for its light and athletic feel. To put it to the test, we wore the boot on late fall hikes in the North...

It’s not often that we come across a truly capable all-rounder in the winter boot category, but Columbia’s Bugaboot Plus IV Omni-Heat is a real standout. After putting the Bugaboot through a full season of hiking, snowshoeing, and everyday use in...

Sitting atop Kuat’s hitch rack collection is their top-end NV 2.0. With a premium build and price tag to match, this rack is feature-rich, designed to work with a wide variety of bike styles and sizes, and has proven to be durable and reliable even...

Patagonia’s Micro Puff became an immediate hit in the synthetic jacket world by attempting to mimic the lofty warmth and packability of down in a weather-resistant package. Last year, the brand released their follow-up Macro Puff, which shares the same...

Merging features from Patagonia’s winter-weight DAS Parka and their fast-and-light-focused Micro Puff, the new-for-2020 DAS Light Hoody might just be the best of both worlds. Billed as an “ultralight belay hoody"...

REI Co-op is a great one-stop shop for premium products from brands like Patagonia and Arc’teryx, but we often turn to their in-house line for the best value. True to form, the Stratocloud Down Hoodie...

Ever since its debut in 1992, Patagonia’s DAS Parka has been a staple for winter climbers and backcountry skiers due to its excellent combination of warmth and weather protection. Reintroduced for 2020, the newest model...