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Do-It-All Rainwear

We asked some of them for their opinions on the best rain jackets, by region ... because everyplace experiences rain in a slightly different way.

Jackson On and Off the Mountain

The town of Jackson, Wyoming is a skier’s dream, a bucket list must-visit spot for any snow-chasing lover of winter. There are countless...

Skiing the Tripoint Alps: Chamonix and Beyond

Davide De Masi, a ten-year resident of Chamonix, runs through some of the high points of the Tripoint area surrounding this hot spot in the Alps.

The Run of Fire and Ice

Backcountry Ambassador William Woodward documented Tom Whittle's record-breaking crossing of Iceland on foot. It wasn't easy or at all pretty, but...

An Intro to Outdoor Jackets

Learn about different types of outdoor jackets, everything from ski jackets to softshells to fleece to work jackets, and how to choose the right...

Fleece Jacket Guide

This fleece guide helps customers choose a fleece jacket with a warmth rating & feature set for their activities of choice.

Why Women Need Wool

Wool clothing. Not scratchy, too-hot wool, but smooth, comfy merino or lambswool sweaters, long underwear, socks, hats, etc.--there's nothing...

How to Care for Your Down Jacket

Wondering how to clean and repair your down jacket? Here are some tips on maintaining your puffy.

Serious Trips Mean Serious Bags

So you're going to do some traveling. Serious traveling. Choosing the right backpack for your journey is an important decision.

The Top 10 Reasons Not to Visit Montana, Ever

Sure, the guidebooks say Montana is the home of world-class fly fishing, the nation's most scenic park, and more bald eagles than you can possibly...