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Editors' choice for a whippet ski pole from the 2018 Fall/Winter Gear Guide.
Best lens system for goggles from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Most stable backpack from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Most playful ski from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Warmest sock from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best mobility for pants from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best warmth to weight ratio layer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Most livable tent from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The most versatile goggle from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Women’s pick for footwear from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best wicking baselayer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The most versatile gloves from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Most durable shell from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Lightest baselayer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best gear storage for a tent from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The best value goggle from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best traction in footwear from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best ski boot for deep cold from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The warmest mittens from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Most breathable shell from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best protecting insulation layer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Women’s pick from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The best-carrying avy pack from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The best bivy for winter camping from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best footwear for mountaineering from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best onsie from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best blister fighter sock from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best shell for tall folks from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Most breathable insulation layer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The best synthetic sleeping bag from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best avy pack for overnights from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The best value gloves from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Most versatile footwear from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Warmest baselayer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The best splitboard for powder from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Ounce-for-ounce champ shell from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best weatherproofing layer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best snowboard and splitboad bindings from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best shovel from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best value baselayer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best footwear for trail running from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Women’s pick baselayer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The best trail running sock from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Lightest shell from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Warmest softshell from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best backpack for organization from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Best radio from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Most comfortable footwear from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Warmest fleece from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
The most comfortable gloves from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.