2026 Editors’ Choice Apparel Reviews

Our 2026 Editors’ Choice apparel reviews span the gamut, from kits and hardshells to puffies, midlayers and baselayers.

2026 Editors’ Choice Splitboard Reviews

The best splitboards of 2026, from mountaineering-ready decks to slashable powder boards.

2026 Editors’ Choice Splitboard Boot and Binding Reviews

Editors’ Choice splitboard boots and bindings for both hard- and soft-boot setups.

2026 Editors’ Choice Ski Reviews

With the rate that ski gear is advancing, it can be hard to keep track of the latest space-age fiber blends and non-traditional rocker profiles. That’s where this Gear Guide comes in. Our editors spent their summer studying the newest features and technologies found in skis, boots and bindings. Then, they spent just as much […]

2026 Editors’ Choice Binding Reviews

Comprehensive reviews of the best backcountry ski bindings of 2025.

2026 Editors’ Choice Ski Boot Reviews

Comprehensive reviews of the best backcountry ski boots for the winter of 2025/26.

Summer Gear Roundup: Backpacking

Dialing in your setup is essential to any backcountry mission. While most of this gear tested by our staff is designed for warmer seasons, plenty of it can, and will, double as essentials on winter hut trips, spring traverses and other cold-weather adventures.

Gearbox: 2025 Packs

The best ski touring packs of 2025, reviewed.

Gearbox: 2025 Ultralight Packs

In a year where ultralight packs exploded in popularity, we’ve reviewed some of the best option for your long distance, lightweight tours.

Gearbox: 2025 Sunglasses

Whether summer or winter, sunglasses are essential for backcountry sports. Here’s a few of the best shades from this year, reviewed.