MyPakage First Layer Pant Pro
An innovative pouch means ultimate comfort for dudes.
Gear
Gear
VOORMI ¾ Length Thermal II Bottoms
Special wool and a boot-friendly cut make these ski-ready in most conditions.
WoolX Merino Wool Tunic Top
This women’s pick pulls off flattering and functional.
Marmot Powertherm ½ Zip
This wool/synthetic blend works as a four-season midlayer.
Skhoop Supreme Gore Thermium Short Skirt
Who says you can’t wear a skirt in winter?
Patagonia Nano Puff Pants
Ounce for ounce, there’s no warmer option.
Stio Environ Pant
Women reached for these hardshells, thanks to the thoughtful tailoring and top-shelf breathability.
Outdoor Research Prusik Pant
These pants stand up to all conditions and activities.
Mammut Ultimate Alpine SO Hooded Jacket
Stay drier, longer in this highly protective shell.
Marmot Corsair
This versatile hybrid is airier than most softshells.
Ternua Yangra
Fight the chills in this warmer-than-it-looks softie.
White Sierra Glacier Point II
Get solid winter protection at a great price.
Adidas Terrex Fastr GTX Active Shell
This light and breathable shell is a true year-rounder.
REI Stormrealm
Get a full-featured, premium fabric winter shell for less than $300.
Brooks-Range Armor Jacket
This winter workhorse delivers uncommon comfort and protection.
Black Diamond Helio Alpine
This forcefield has the test’s best protection-to-weight ratio.
Montane Endurance Pro
Super-durable fabric makes this the go-to shell for the worst gear thrashers.
Columbia OutDry EX Diamond Snow Shell
Need burly, never-wets-out performance for punishing winter weather? This is your shell.
Mountain Hardwear Exposure Parka
Powder seekers will love this durable shell.
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Mishmi Takin Nimba
Smart features make this the bargain of the year.
Patagonia Stretch Nano Storm
The Nano-Air gets a weatherproof shell.
Big Agnes Shovelhead Hooded Jacket
A beloved puffy armors up.
RAB Alpha Direct Jacket
Here’s a new idea: nothing between you and your insulation.
Montane High Q Luxe Pro Pull-on
Smart features make this an all-day insulation piece.
Arc'teryx Proton LT Hoody
Stay cool on hard-charging trips.
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Starbucks VIA Ready Brew
The perfect backcountry cuppa maximizes convenience and taste.
Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol
This multipurpose mat makes winter better.
Black Diamond First Light Hoody
If a puffy is the sum of all its parts, there’s no better insulated jacket.
Petzl LEOPARD FL
Lightweight crampons that actually pack small? It can’t be.
G3 Ion LT 12 Bindings
These brakeless bindings shed grams.
Black Diamond Helio Fixed Length Carbon Pole
Swing weight matters, which is why we love these featherlight poles.
QALO Rings
The wedding ring gets an adventure upgrade.
Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Jacket
Stretch your money and your arms with this new down puffy.
Outdoor Research Skyward Jacket & Bib
This softshell performs like a hardshell—or is it a hardshell that performs like a softshell?
Tecnica Zero G Guide Pro Boot
This super-stiff, aggressive boot is the lightest ever in its category.
Columbia Outdry EX Gloves
Sweaty hands are no match for these waterproof/breathable gloves.
Arc'teryx Procline Carbon Boot
It’s a one-boot quiver for alpinists.
Backpacker Editors' Choice Snow 2016
From skis to jackets to boots, these 12 products are the cream of the crop.
Altra Lone Peak 3.0 Neoshell Mid
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Mountain Laurel Designs 38L BURN
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GSI Outdoors Essential Travel Spoon
Spatula spoon
Under Armour Infil Hike GTX
Light and stiff hiker
Katadyn BeFree
Mini filter
Tailwind Endurance Fuel
Liquid Food
Omeals
Camp food
Sol Altitude Sunguard
Sun protection
Fjällräven Abisko Lite Trekking Trouser
Trail armor
Mountain Khakis Camber 104 Hybrid Pant
Trail to town
Millet Aiguilles Vertes Cordura Pant
Perfect for peakbaggers
Western Rise Granite Camp Pant
Most versatile outdoor pants
Under Armour ArmourVent Trail Shorts
Breathable shorts
Duckworth Vapor Tee
Comfiest tee
ExOfficio Sol Cool Long Sleeve Half Zip
Half zip sunshirt
Marmot Windshear SS
A breathable shirt for adventure travel
Eddie Bauer Resolution Mesh Tee Shirt
A cross-training bargain
Handful Adjustable Bra
Comfortable outdoor bra
Kari Traa Svala L/S
Versatile baselayer
Royal Robbins MerinoLux Go Everywhere Polo
Go from peak to pub
Terramar Airtouch T
Comfy bargain
Purple Rain Skirt
Hiking skirt
Patagonia Latticeback Tank
Workhorse tank
Mountain Equipment Eclipse Hooded Zip Tee
Alpine hoody
Dynafit Thermal 2 ½ Zip
Versatile baselayer
L.L. Bean Overland Performance Flannel Shirt
This flannel can handle just about any obstacle.
The Best Knives of 2016
Ever backpacker needs a reliable knife. These three are a good bet, no matter your preferences.
Spyderco Native 5
Folder
Leatherman Signal
Multitool
The 15 Best New Hiking Shells of 2016
Our testers took hardshells and softshells out in every kind of weather. What follows is their favorite storm armor of the season.
Arc’teryx Atom SL Softshell
In cool conditions, ditch separate insulation and windshell pieces in favor of this light and warm softshell.
Black Diamond Dawn Patrol LT Softshell
This tough, breathable softshell will carry you from summer alpine hikes to winter ski tours.
Adidas Terrex Agravic Wind Jacket
You won’t find more comfortable protection for 4 ounces than this ultralight women's windshell.
Sherpa Adventure Gear Tufan Softshell
A fleecy pattern on the inside gives this lightweight softshell a supple feel.
Eddie Bauer Sandstone Shield Hooded Jacket
Superior weatherproofing and durability boost the all-purpose performance of this hybrid jacket.
Columbia Outdry Ex Diamond
This jacket never wets out. Period.
Montane Minimus 777 Hardshell
This ultralight hardshell is the lightest three-layer waterproof/breathable shell we’ve seen.
Rab Firewall Rain Jacket and Pants
This tough rain suit is tailor-made for lanky shapes.
The 14 Best Tents of 2016
Whether you go light or go big, one of these bomber tents is right for your trip.