Best Rain Pants of 2025

Last Updated: February 26, 2025

When the skies open up and Thor's Hammer strikes, sometimes your trusty ol' rain jacket just won't offer the full-body protection you need. Enter the rain pant. Whether you're punching in pickets on the slopes of Denali, or setting off on a...

Nemo Kunai 3P Tent Review

Last Updated: February 26, 2025

Outdoor gear has come a long way in the past several decades, and tents in particular have seen a lot of innovation. Nemo’s Kunai 3P is a nice reflection of this progress: Billed as a 3- to 4-season tent, the Kunai offers dependable protection for...

Patagonia Untracked Ski Jacket Review

Last Updated: February 26, 2025

Patagonia is well known for their thoughtfully built and sustainably minded outdoor apparel, and their Untracked ski jacket proved to be yet another high performer. The latest version of the jacket uses Gore's expanded polyethylene (ePE) membrane...

Best Women’s Winter Jackets of 2025

Last Updated: February 25, 2025

When the days get shorter and the mercury drops, it’s time to reach for a winter jacket to guard against the cold. Lightweight puffies have their place for three-season use, but you'll want a well-insulated, serious piece for truly frigid conditions...

Best Men's Baselayers of 2025

Last Updated: February 24, 2025

While jackets are certainly a flashier and more exciting layer to shop for, staying comfortable outdoors starts with a quality baselayer. These next-to-skin pieces play a fundamental role in temperature regulation by pulling moisture away from your...

Best Headlamps of 2025

Last Updated: February 21, 2025

If you've ever gone camping, hiking, backpacking, climbing, mountain biking, trail running, or nearly anything else in the outdoors, chances are you've used a headlamp. While this handy piece of technology requires little introduction (everyone knows...

Best Hiking Shorts of 2025

Last Updated: February 21, 2025

Most hikers know the value of a quality pair of hiking pants, but for midsummer conditions or particularly active days on the trail, we turn to hiking shorts. In addition to being more breathable and quicker to dry, most of our favorite modern hiking...

KĂĽhl Crossfire Parka Review

Last Updated: February 20, 2025

KĂĽhl is known for their no-nonsense, stylish outerwear that toes the line between casual and performance. Their women's-specific Crossfire Parka follows this trend in a knee-length, high-coverage design that leaves plenty of room for layering. I have...

Outdoor Research Skytour AscentShell Jacket Review

Last Updated: February 20, 2025

Put simply, Outdoor Research’s Skytour AscentShell is one of the most breathable hardshell jackets we’ve ever tested. Using OR’s proprietary AscentShell fabric, the jacket fills a niche for backcountry skiers looking to maximize comfort, mobility, and...

Best Hiking Socks of 2025

Last Updated: February 20, 2025

You can’t overvalue a great pair of hiking socks: They keep your feet comfortable and dry while helping to prevent blisters and hotspots. We've tested the full array of styles in varied conditions, and below are our picks for the best hiking socks of...

Patagonia SnowDrifter Ski Bibs Review

Last Updated: February 18, 2025

After testing Patagonia's SnowDrifter Bibs throughout a full season of backcountry and resort days in central Oregon, we came away impressed with how well they toe the line between weatherproof and breathable. Though not as premium as Gore-Tex...

Fjallraven Nuuk Parka Review

Last Updated: February 15, 2025

Fjallraven is known for expertly blending style and functionality, and their Nuuk Parka is no exception. The Nuuk has been a staple in Fjallraven's winter lineup for many years and is ideal for work trips, urban strolls in frigid temperatures, or cozy...