Snow Gear Reviews
We test the top snow gear from K2, Volkl, Nordica, Smith, Patagonia, Black Diamond, Columbia, and others
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While most people dream of an endless summer, our testers dream of an endless winter. Blizzard or squall, they are out testing the latest and greatest, in everything from the top skis, winter jackets, winter boots, and much more. And of course, what would we be if we didn't do our research on the best ski helmets on the market. Behind each side-by-side review are countless hours of testing, note-taking, analyzing performance…and of course powder days. Our team is committed to providing the world's best snow gear reviews to help you find the perfect item for your adventures.
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Best Ski Gear
A successful day on the mountain largely depends on staying warm, dry, and comfortable. Whether you're a beginner...
10 Best Down Jackets
Looking for the best down jacket for traveling, walking your dog, backpacking, or simply staying warm this winter? Our...
10 Best Base Layers
There's no replacing a high-quality layering system to keep you toasty warm through the deep chill of winter. A...
10 Best Long Underwear
When temps drop low, but life still has you heading outside, it's time to layer up. And the best, most effective...
10 Best Winter Boots
Looking for the best pair of winter boots for your outdoor adventures? Maybe you just need a solid pair to run errands...
The Best Walkie Talkies
The best walkie-talkies provide dependable range and clear communication to keep you connected during outdoor...
The Best Cargo Boxes
We've tested and purchased over 20 different cargo boxes in the past decade. For this review, we looked at the 11 best...
10 Best All-Mountain Skis
Are you searching for your new favorite pair of skis but unsure of where to start? We've spent every winter since 2013...
The Best All-Mountain Skis for Men
Our industry experts have tested more than 60 of the best all-mountain skis for men over more than a decade of...
The Best All-Mountain Skis for Women
Our team of female rippers has tested more than 60 of the best all-mountain skis for women over the last decade. We...
10 Best Snowboards
Snowboarding is more than just a sport or a fun way to get some exercise – it's a way to connect with friends, enjoy...
The Best Snowboards for Men
The snowboards in this review are built for your body to enhance power, control, and performance. All while tailoring...
The Best Snowboards for Women
Outdoor gear manufacturers can be guilty of the "shrink it and pink it" method — taking the men's version, making it...
The Best Ski Boots
Over the last 10 years, we've purchased and tested over 70 pairs of alpine ski boots. Our in-depth review covers 12 of...
The Best Ski Boots for Women
Over the past decade, we've purchased and tested over 30 pairs of women's ski boots. This season, we compared 5 of the...
The Best Ski Socks
Nothing can put a damper on your ski day quicker than cold extremities. A great pair of ski socks keep your feet...
The Best Ski Pants
We bought 19 of the best ski pants available and tested them in wintery ski climates from Jackson Hole to Lake Tahoe...
The Best Ski Pants for Women
If you're trying to find which pants can go from the resort to the backcountry, keep you dry when the weather turns...
Best Ice Cleats for Winter Traction
We bought 11 top ice cleats (aka snow grips) and set out to shovel, hike, and commute on icy paths. We evaluated each...
The Best Ski Helmets | Impact Tested
If you've been to a ski resort in the last few years, you've probably noticed that the overwhelming majority of skiers...
The Best Ski Gloves for Women
A great women's ski glove will offer ladies a better fit while providing the warmth, comfort, and performance needed...
The Best Winter Gloves
Sick of cold hands? In the heart of winter, there is nothing more critical to your outdoor kit -- be it commuting to...
The Best Ski Gloves
Are you seeking the best ski gloves for your snow adventures? Cutting your day short because of cold fingers is the...
The Best Ski Goggles
Great ski goggles ensure clear vision in any condition, while a bad pair fogs up, struggles with light changes, and...
The Best Backcountry Skis
Our team of ski guides has decades of cumulative experience working and skiing in the backcountry, and has tested more...
Best Backcountry Ski Poles
After researching 56 of the best backcountry ski poles on the market today, we bought 17 models to test and compare...
Best Backcountry Ski Boots
Our experts have tested more than 50 pairs of the best backcountry ski boots over the past decade. Our team of ski...
Best Backcountry Ski Bindings
Over the past 9 seasons, our experts have tested over 50 of the best backcountry ski bindings. We recently purchased...
Best Climbing Skins for Backcountry Skiing
Our certified ski guides have continually tested the best climbing skins for backcountry skiing for the past decade...
The Best Snowshoes
Looking for a new pair of snowshoes to level up your winter hiking? The right pair can make all the difference when...
The Best Snowshoes for Women
Snowshoes unlock the beauty of winter landscapes, allowing you to explore farther and trek through pristine...
Best Splitboards For Backcountry Snowboarding
To find the best splitboard, we've reviewed over 25 boards in the last three years. For this update, we purchased 11...
The Best Splitboard Bindings
To objectively pinpoint the best splitboard binding, we've tested a dozen models in recent years. For this update, we...
The Best Splitboard Climbing Skins
To find the best splitboard skins, we spent the last few years testing over 15 models. For this update, we've...
The Best Avalanche Beacons
Our seasoned crew of AMGA-certified ski guides, avalanche course instructors, and snow safety professionals spent a...
Best Avalanche Airbag Backpacks
We purchased the 13 best avalanche backpacks and carried them up and down thousands of vertical feet of backcountry...