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This jacket never wets out. Period.

These tough trousers go everywhere.

Wearing is believing: This is the lightest sunshirt we've ever tested.

It's a technical layer disguised as a stylish sweater.

One of our all-time favorite boots is back.

Breathable insulation makes these the most versatile winter pants we've tested.

Buff® ambassador Joe Grant talks with BACKPACKER about UV Insect Shield technology.

Better pick a color you like, because you’ll never want to take this jacket off.

Patch holes in your clothing fast with this easy DIY fix.

Patch holes in your clothing fast with this easy DIY fix.

The must-have accessory that does everything; it works as a neck gaiter, facemask, ponytail holder, balaclava, and more.

A bargain puffy with 800-fill goose down. Enough said.

A blister-free mountaineering boot for the masses.

This versatile hybrid features to-the-toe lacing, a softshell tongue, and thick suede leather.

Rocky Mountain wool made this versatile layer a top pick for our testers.

The three-layer construction of these ski pants offers good breathability and waterproofness.

Testers praised the fit and coverage of these glasses—from sweaty, 120°F descents into the Grand Canyon to a cold summit near Yellowstone.

A bona fide touring boot with solid downhill performance.

A breathable fortress that's perfect for powder hounds.

These convertibles combine the best of mittens and gloves.

Oakley’s Switchlock Technology makes swapping lenses a cinch–even while wearing gloves.

This fully water-proof, breathable hardshell skips the bells and whistles and straight-up performs.

"The best pants I've worn in two decades," says our tester. Here's why.

There's always room to pack this featherweight, bombproof shell.

See why we love this do-anything shell.

Learn what made these goggles stand out from from the pack from Dennis Lewon.

Executive Editor Dennis Lewon shows off the Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket

Our tester breaks down this versatile boot from The North Face.

Check out this quick-dry and wicking baselayer.

A highly stuffable, lightweight puffy jacket from REI.

If you need a high mileage boot with plenty of support try the 298 Tundra from Zamberlan.

This boot feels like a dayhiker - light and fast - but with the support of a moderate boot.

A highly packable windshirt that's extremely comfortable.

A highly wicking baselayer from Polarmax.

This Editors' Choice Award-winning jacket is a year-round favorite.

These women's-specific kicks were a favorite amongst testers.

This softshell packs a double punch with waterproofing and breathability.,See what our testers thought of this jacket from the North Face.

This breathable shell with keep you warm and dry in all conditions.

This versatile jacket will keep you warm - and cool - year round.

These sturdy boots are nimble enough for short trail runs.

Stay comfortable and look stylish with this practical trail skirt from Skirt Sports. Stay comfortable and look stylish with this practical trail skirt from Skirt Sports.

Gear Editor Kristin Hostetter explains the new innovations in down insulation technology. See what our team thought of these two water-resistant down jackets.

Staff Photographer Ben Fullerton reviews the lightweight Snow Junkie boots from Vasque

Andrew Bydlon reviews Sierra Designs' TOV Jacket which utilizes the innovative DryDown technology

Contributing Editor Tracy Ross shows off the remarkably light Scarpa Alien

Gear Editor Kristin Hostetter with Patagonia's breathable and packable Troposphere hard shell jacket

Executive Editor Dennis Lewon reviews The North Face's Enzo Shell Pants

Staff Photographer Ben Fullerton shows off La Sportiva's bullet-proof Storm Fighter pants

Gear Editor Kristin Hostetter demonstrates First Ascent's thermal down jacket in action

Staff Photographer Ben Fullerton raves about Cabela's Thermal Zone Baselayers.

Our zip-off pant hater has become a believer with these stylish convertibles.

Midweight hikers that can scramble and haul 45-pound loads.

An 800-fill-down puffy that packs small and is under $200.

This uncommonly comfortable boot tackles the biggest terrain in our video review.

Hike far and fast in these light, versatile hybrid hiking boots.

Settle the wool-versus-synthetic debate once and for all: Get the best of both.

Backpacker Map Editor Kris Wagner shows off one of the cooler jackets at this year's show. The Merrell Gatherer has zipper access that allows you to stuff the jacket with your own insulation.