Gear

  Dialing in the perfect fit is never more important than in ski pants designed for touring. The last thing you want to be thinking about as you tackle variable conditions and mitigate safety issues is pants that are too tight, falling down, or pinching in unfortunate areas. That’s where we come in. Our testers […]

  From windy summits to bountiful winter powder turns, the jacket you choose for your backcountry adventure has different attributes and strengths than your resort-oriented ski wear. How breathable it is, how much protection against the elements it gives you, and how easy it is to move in as you head up the skintrack all

  Ski jackets get more attention, but we think it’s much harder to find a great pair of ski pants. And more important, too. Your legs do a lot more moving in skiing than your upper body, so if your pants are too tight, too baggy, or just don’t sit right, you are going to

  The best ski days are the ones where the mountains, the snow, and the friends you’re with are the only things on your mind. A great pair of ski pants or bibs eliminates distractions, like a wet butt or a cold one, so that every day you ski can be memorable for the right

  More comfortable, better for the environment, and longer lasting. Those are the takeaway trends from the top resort ski jackets for this year. But after sorting through nearly 40 jackets, it’s the diversity that really stands out. Whether you want all the warmth you can get, layering under a minimalist shell, or the best

  One of the best ways to guarantee the best possible day skiing is to have clothing to keep you comfortable on the slopes, and a great ski jacket tops that gear list every time. A jacket that keeps you warm and dry, one that lets you move comfortably and naturally, and one that makes

  Most little luxuries feel good after a long day on the mountain, from a cold beer to a toasty seat warmer. But nothing compares to the sweet relief of taking off our clammy ski boots and stepping into lighter, comfier footwear. These bundles of warmth are so cozy that you’ll want to wear them

  We tested this year’s men’s winter workwear in the Alaskan mountains, Tennessee thorns and thistles, Delaware snowstorms, and on the equatorial waters of the Pacific. All of our testers were searching for that one-quiver piece of gear to cut redundancies from their work kits. We looked for apparel tough enough to endure full work

  I can remember my first ski coat clearly: a purple anorak made by Columbia that I got when I was 11 years old. It was the coat that kept me dry and warm as I learned to ski and, in my mind, it became an essential force field for the chairlift. I wore the

  What do the pros have on their feet? Athletes like surfer Hanna Scott and snowboarder Jake Kuzyk lead adventurous lives, and like many outdoor enthusiasts, they depend on apparel and footwear that can handle any terrain they face. That’s why so many choose Vans MTE boots. MTE stands for Made for the Elements, and