ApparelCozy Men's Base Layers for Freezing to Mild Winter DaysWe tested 42 tops and bottoms to help you find the perfect layer for skiing and other cold-weather outdoor pursuitsJoe JacksonOctober 22, 2025
Snow SportsThe Best Snowboard Boots for Every Budget, Riding Style, and TerrainOur favorite snowboard boots range from cruisy all-mountain options to hell-raising freeride machines. Drew ZieffNovember 4, 2026
HikingThe 5 Best Rain Jackets for Hikers Who Run HotIt doesn't matter how waterproof your shell is if you sweat it out from the inside. These five models use pit zips, breathable fabrics, and smart design choices to efficiently bleed off heat.Adam RoyNovember 4, 2026
Gear12 Offbeat Presents for the Outdoor Enthusiast Who Already Owns It AllFrom a pocket-sized flower press to a retro home-movie camcorder, these are the gifts they never knew they needed.Amelia ArvesenNovember 3, 2026
HikingWe Thought Having a Baby Meant the End of Hiking. Then We Tried These Child Carriers.From steep climbs to sleepy descents, these child carriers make hiking with a kid more manageable—and comfortable.Erica ZazoNovember 3, 2026
RunningDid Nike Ruin the Alphafly? After Running In the Alphafly 4, Here’s My Verdict.Nike rebuilt its flagship marathon shoe from the outsole up with the Alphafly 4. I put it to the test to see if the changes are an improvement on its stellar predecessor, the Alphafly 3.Cory SmithNovember 1, 2026
CampingHow to Transform Your Subaru Into a (Surprisingly) Roomy CamperYou don’t need a big rig to get a good night’s sleep—this editor's set-up proves it.Will PorterNovember 1, 2026
Snow SportsThe Best Skis for Gaining Confidence on the Slopes (All Under $650 With Bindings)We tested 13 skis under $650 to find the best for skiers still progressing, and for those who just want to cruise.Krista CrabtreeOctober 29, 2026
BikingI Tried Using an E-Bike Instead of My Minivan to Haul Kids—and I’m Never Going BackE-bikes make great commuter vehicles—I set out to see if they would also work as a kid hauler.Jakob SchillerOctober 28, 2026
Snow SportsLock In: These Are the Best Snowboard Bindings of 2027These tester-approved snowboard bindings are responsive, reliable, and fun as hell.Drew ZieffOctober 28, 2026
Gear NewsWalking Tamales, Alpaca Socks, and 12 More Things Our Editors Loved This Month.These 14 favorites, from a back-soothing heat wrap to trail-ready tamales, impressed editors in October.The EditorsOctober 28, 2026
Tools & TechAfter Testing 39 Sports Watches for a Year, These Are the 7 We Keep RecommendingWe tracked hundreds of workouts and adventures over thousands of miles to find the best watch for your sport and style.Jakob SchillerOctober 27, 2026
Snow SportsSnowboards Just Keep Getting Better—But These 15 Are the Best We Tested This YearOur testers have put well over 100 men’s, women’s, and unisex snowboards to the test. These 15 are the new shapes and old favorites that impressed us most.Drew ZieffOctober 27, 2026
Snow Sports5 High-Performance Ski Jackets—Without the Luxury PricesFive top-performing budget ski jackets for men and women that nail fit, warmth, comfort, and weather protection—and won’t drain your bank account.Amelia ArvesenOctober 26, 2026
Gear NewsHeads Up: 2026’s Best Running Shoes Are Already Marked Down by as Much as 45%Prices are slashed on favorite models from Brooks, Nike, and New Balance as stores prepare for the arrival of new versions.Jonathan BeverlyOctober 25, 2026
ApparelI Finally Found an All-Weather Overall That Lets Me Pee on the TrailAllovers, overalls designed for hikers, bikers, climbers, and pretty much any outdoorsperson, are exactly what I needed for days on the trail. Here's why.Emilee CoblentzOctober 24, 2026
HikingWe Logged 700 Miles to Find the Best Hiking Boots for Problem AnklesAre rolled ankles your nemesis? Consider these stable-yet-comfortable hiking boots your bodyguards.BACKPACKER EditorsOctober 24, 2026
CampingThese 5 Gear Swaps Let Me Sleep Outside, Even with Back PainCarrying a heavy pack flares up my neck, shoulder, and upper back problems. I'm lightening my load—and bringing recovery tools—to make life on the trail more manageable.Amelia ArvesenOctober 23, 2026
ApparelYeti Just Launched Its First-Ever Technical Performance Apparel. Our Expert Tester Weighs In.Our curious, nerdy, and somewhat judgmental rain jacket expert translates the spec sheets for Yeti's newest products: midlayers and outerwear.Drew ZieffOctober 22, 2026
GearThe Best Fleece Jackets for Men and Women (2027)We tested more than 40 fuzzy pullovers and jackets to find the 7 highest-performing fleeces for every cold-weather adventure Kelly BastoneOctober 20, 2026