Trusted Reviews and Advice on Mountain Gear for All Levels of Experience

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The right pair of skis is pivotal for progression. Read on as we list the best women’s skis for beginners looking to take their riding to the next level.

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Adventure ski watches can hang with you through the extremes of resort and backcountry skiing. We have the best ski watches of 2023 right here.

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Finding the best hiking pants can be challenging. I’ve compiled the best options to help you obtain the ideal solution for your next outdoor activity.

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Mogul skiing is a test of skiing skill, endurance, and durability. With the best mogul skis of 2023, you’ll be slicing through them like a professional.

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Are you an avid skier or snowboarder that contends with knee issues? Read on to find the best ski knee brace out there for utmost support on the slopes.

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Itchy, bulky, and restrictive base layers for skiing are enough to drive anyone crazy. Find the best base layers for skiing here.

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Finding the right snowboard is essential for an epic day on the slopes. I’ve rounded up the best women’s snowboards for all types of female riders in 2023.

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For the narrow-footed folks out there looking to avoid blisters, shin bang, and toe bruises, we've got the best ski boots for narrow feet in 2023.

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No matter how or what you climb, nearly every climbing objective requires a reliable harness. Join us as we review the best climbing harnesses for women.

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Sometimes, nature smiles at you & provides a biblical powder day. When that happens, you want the best powder skis for the job. Find them all right here.

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Keep your ski day movin’ and groovin’ with the 9 best ski helmet headphones. Listen to audio books, podcasts, & music safely on the slopes with our picks!

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Winter winds and snow burns are no joke, so you need a neck gaiter. In this guide, we break down the best neck gaiters for skiing.

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Gearing up for a hike or backpacking trip, ladies? Don’t forget the importance of comfy, quick-dry underwear. Find the best women’s hiking undies here.

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Finding a comfortable sleeping pad is key to getting a good night’s sleep in the backcountry. We review the 8 best sleeping pads for side sleepers.

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With a list of the best ski gloves available, you’ll be able to find the warmth, protection, and comfort you need for ski season.

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Keeping your feet warm while skiing is essential. We’ve rounded up the best-heated ski socks to help you spend longer on the slopes.

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Keep your hands from sweating on the uphill and warm on the downhill with the 8 best glove liners for skiing, touring, and mountaineering.

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Snowboard boots are the most important piece of gear you’ll need riding. We’ve rounded up the top choices for female riders keen on charging the slopes.

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Avalanche airbags provide an extra margin of safety when backcountry skiing and snowboarding. We review the 5 best avalanche airbag packs for 2023.

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When learning to snowboard, your boots are just as important as your board. Read on for the best beginner snowboard boots to start you off right.

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Ski accidents can become very scary very quickly. Protect your noggin and your season with the best ski helmets available.

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Finding the right pair of ski gloves is essential for keeping your fingers warm on the mountain. We review the 10 best ski gloves for women.

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The best all-mountain skis can handle most conditions. Armed with skis from this guide, you’ll be one step closer to shredding the whole mountain.

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Looking for shorts for hot hiking days? We’ve created this handy guide to hiking shorts for women to help you find the perfect one for the trail.

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A full ski setup isn't complete without eye protection, which is why you need goggles. In this guide, we break down the best ski goggles for every skier.

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Getting the right sleeping bag is key to staying warm overnight in the winter. We review the 8 best winter sleeping bags for backpacking & climbing.

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Camping with dogs is a fun way to enjoy the outdoors, but you'll need a large and durable tent. Here are the best options for you and your furry friend.

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Cross-country skiing, also called nordic skiing, is a unique, satisfying full-body winter workout. Check out our list of the best cross-country skis.

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Durable, stretchy and comfortable, we review the best climbing pants for women in 2023 and our expert buying guide helps you send your routes in style.

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Poor sleep can ruin a day in the mountains. We review the 10 best backpacking pillows that'll help you rest up for outdoor adventures.

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We got our thinking caps on and created this ultimate guide to hiking hats for women. You’ll be covered and ready for adventure come sun or snow!

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Find the best women’s mountaineering boots for your high-altitude adventures with our expert reviews and buying guide for 2023.

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Don’t let the wrong pair of ski boots ruin your day on the slopes. We’ve compiled the 10 best ski boots for every skier so you can shred in style.

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So, you’re ready to buy your first pair of skis. We round up the best intermediate ski options and provide expert advice to help get you started.

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Tired of sweaty feet? We’ve created the ultimate guide to hiking sandals for women to help you choose the perfect pair to let your feet breathe.

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With the ski season coming up soon, we reviewed the best ski boots for women in 2023 and put together a detailed guide to help you choose the perfect pair.

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We review the 9 best backcountry skis for ski touring, ski mountaineering, and more. Read on to find the best touring skis for any type of terrain.

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Wide calves used to make ski boot selection tricky. But now it’s getting easier to find the best ski boots for wide calves. Check out our 2023 shortlist!

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Hiking in the dark can be a scary and challenging experience. Dispel the darkness, and your fears, with the best flashlights for hiking and backpacking.

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Looking for the perfect ski boots to learn how to ski? We review the 8 best ski boots for beginner skiers that offer comfort and control.

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Confused about which women’s daypack to choose? We reviewed the best daypacks for women and created a guide to help you choose the perfect one.

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Don’t let cold fingers destroy your day on the slopes, check out the 5 best-heated ski gloves for 2023.

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Blisters are painful reminders that your socks aren’t doing their job. In this guide, we review 9 of the best hiking socks to prevent blisters.

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Two-way radios are essential equipment for skiers today. We review the top 6 walkie-talkies of 2023 for resort and backcountry skiing.

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Saggy pants can lead to possible discomfort, embarrassment and injury. We review the 9 best hiking belts of 2023 to help keep your pants and spirits up.

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To deal with summer extremes, you need the best hiking pants for hot weather. We’ll review the top 9 including roll-ups, zip-offs and ultralight pants for 2023.

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When hiking in snow and ice, you need traction to keep you upright. We review the 8 best microspikes available today.

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A bivy sack provides emergency shelter in the mountains and can be a lightweight alternative to a tent. We review the 7 best bivy sacks for mountaineering.

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A hiking watch will help you explore further and keep you safer than ever before. We review the 10 best watches for hiking and mountaineering.

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Belay devices are critical for rock climbing, mountaineering, and glacier travel. We review the 8 best belay devices for all types of technical adventures.

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Ready to find your new favorite ski boot? Our reviews of 10 best intermediate ski boots will have you wishing it was winter all year long.

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Ski boot dryers can make a big difference in how you maintain your gear. We review the top 7 boot dryers for keeping your gear dry.

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A personal locator beacon can make a life-saving difference if you have an accident in the mountains. We review the 5 best PLBs for hiking and mountaineering.

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Shopping for ice climbing boots? Before you buy, be sure to check out the best technical ice and mixed climbing boots on the market, right here.

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Are your feet feeling a little cramped in your current ski boots? Check out the list we compiled of the best alpine ski boots for wide feet in 2023.

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If you’re shopping for a new cold weather camping tent, we put together a list of the best 4-season winter camping tents to help you make a smart buy.

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Gaiters are fantastic at keeping water, ice, rocks, and dirt out of your boots while you hike. Click here to find the perfect pair for what you love to do.

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Finding the right backpacking headlamp for you can be daunting. Here are the best headlamps on the market and a few tips to find the right one.

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Snowshoes are a great tool to keep you active in the winter. Here, I’ll help you find the right pair of mountaineering snowshoes for your next winter hike.

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Your brain is your most valuable tool in the mountains. We rate the best mountaineering helmets to protect your head from whatever the mountain throws at you.

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Sunglasses for mountaineering are a lot more than just flashy eyewear. We created the ultimate guide to glacier glasses to help you find the right pair.

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Having a two-way radio or walkie talkie in the mountains keeps you in touch when you’re out of service. Here are some of the best money can buy.

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We searched high and low for the best mountaineering boots in 2023. Whether you’re an alpine veteran or a mountain newbie, these are our top picks.

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We review the best crampons for mountaineering and explain how to choose the right ones for your upcoming adventures.

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We explain how to decide between crampons vs microspikes for mountaineering and review the 3 best crampons and microspikes.

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We review the 8 best cameras to take on your next outdoor adventure and explain what to look for in a camera. Find out which camera is right for you.

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I review the 5 best hydration bladders for hiking and mountaineering, plus explain how to choose a bladder and how to clean your hydration system.

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Check out my guide to the 8 best mountaineering backpacks to find the right backpack for your next adventure.

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Looking for a pair of gloves for ice climbing, skiing, and alpine adventures? We review the 8 best mountaineering gloves in 2023.

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We review the 8 best lightweight rain jackets for hiking and mountaineering and explain how to choose the best rain jacket for you.

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We review the 10 best down jackets for hiking and mountaineering in 2023 and explain how to find the best down jacket for any conditions.

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Looking for the best mountaineering tent? We review the 8 best tents for the alpine and explain how to choose a tent for mountaineering.

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Preparing for the unexpected is key to hiking and climbing in the alpine. Here, we cover the 10 essentials you should add to your mountaineering gear list.

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We review the 8 best mountaineering ice axes and explain what to look for when choosing an axe for glacier travel or climbing.

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A solid pair of mountaineering pants is essential. Here, I'll show you my 9 favorite pairs and explain how to choose the best mountaineering pants for your next alpine adventure.