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Created specifically for women, the Five Ten Women's Anasazi LV Climbing Shoe specializes in narrower feet and still holds Anasazi's standards for high friction and technical climbing. With the longer toe box, lower instep, higher arch, and lower-volume heel cup modifications, this Anasazi s...

When is a casual shoe also capable of approach hikes and belay duty? When it’s the Scarpa Women’s Mojito Shoe. This stylish crossover features a tough leather upper and sticky Vibram Spyder outsole that can tackle any day at the crags without sacrificing its casual looks. A reinforced arch and ...

The Mad Rock HERA Mad Pad Crash Pad will save your skin when you misjudge the last hand hold on your current project. By choosing to purchase this Mad Pad, you are also helping to fund scientists who spend their days researching ovarian cancer....

Lisa Rands and Emily Harrington helped Chris Sharma design the Evolv Women's Shaman LV Climbing Shoe. With three of the top names in the industry behind it, you know the Shaman LV packs some serious vert-grabbing power. Climbers with lower-volume feet can step right into the Shaman LV for a pre...

Black Diamond designed its lightweight Ethos Harness specifically for women so you can tackle some of the biggest, longest routes in total comfort. Its Kinetic Core construction consists of a durable nylon shell, a breathable 3D AirMesh lining, Vectran strands that evenly distribute your b...

Build your trad rack right with the Black Diamond Camalot C4 Package. Black Diamond calls these ten cams (sizes 0.3-6) the gold standard of camming units, and for good reason too. Its double-axle design gives each cam a fat expansion range for more versatility in different sized cracks, and ...

Every now and then a revolutionary rope comes along. The Sterling Evolution Velocity Dry Rope, however, is an evolutionary rope. What's the difference? Innovative features and intuitive design mean the Evolution won't already be outdated next season. Sharma himself clips with this vertical work...

The Black Diamond Cliff Cabana Double Portaledge comfortably sleeps you and one other tired, beat-up, worn-out aid climber so you'll be rested and ready for another day of big wall climbing. An incredibly strong single-point attachment combined with quick-set slotted corners and a cam-lock l...

Whether you're wading through sandstone slot canyons or forging a swollen stream on your trail run, pull on the Salomon Women's Gecko Water Shoe for reliable performance in and out of the water. The mesh uppers and neoprene lining dry quickly while the OS Muscle midsole supplies trail-specif...

Whether you're new to SUPing or you've been paddling for years, the versatile Surftech Generator Bamboo Stand-Up Paddleboard will convert your free time into a balance-increasing, body-strengthening, outdoor-enjoying good time. The modern longboard shape begs for nose walks on long Waikiki-s...

In a scientific survey conducted by the Institute for SUP Radness, 11 out of 10 ladies preferred the Roxy Stand-Up Paddleboard to all other SUPs for stability, weight, and all-around fun. Built using light and durable AST construction, the Roxy's specifically designed for ladies, with a wide...

Ditch the old plastic kayak paddle you've been using and snag the Naish Alana Carbon/Glass Women's SUP Paddle, made especially to help the ladies race, tour, or ride some waves. An anti-twist Vario Handle lets you dial in the perfect length, and Naish's Tahitian T-Handle has a traction grip ...

Running a clean line might feel great and remind you what love most about the sport. But because the river sometimes swallows you and spits you out without mercy, you wear the Shred Ready Women's Vixen Kayak Helmet. This women's design features a reinforced rim and visor to comfortably and styl...

Smaller women will slip into the Necky Kayaks Eliza Kayak with Rudder and feel right at home on the water. A long, sleek hull makes this boat an efficient day-touring rig, while the drop-down rudder and cockpit foot pedals add the control you need for really long paddles. Fore and aft storag...

At ten feet long and just 34 pounds, the Ocean Kayak Venus 10 Sit-On-Top Kayak was designed for women who are small in stature but big on love for the water. Ocean Kayak took design feedback from female paddlers and placed the seat well lower in the boat in order to accommodate a woman's cen...

Paddle fast and go easier on your joints when you kayak with the Werner Little Dipper 2-Piece Paddle in hand. This smaller-than-average blade pulls easily through the water so you can maintain a high paddle cadence with less effort. Werner cleverly integrated an adjustable ferrule system int...

You've devoted considerable resources to a 20-day Antarctic kayaking extravaganza, so why would you buy sub-standard dry suit and suffer every day on the water? Instead, invest in your comfort with the Kokatat Women's Gore-Tex Meridian Dry Suit. Three-layer Gore-Tex Pro guarantees you'll be ...

The Astral Buoyancy Abba Personal Flotation Device features a shorter torso and sculpted chest, so it fits you better than any man's vest could. The organically grown and sustainably harvested Kapok used for flotation in the front also conforms to your body like no other material, so you're jus...

There's no need to swim around in a vest designed for your brother; outfit yourself for your next fly fishing excursion in the Fishpond Women's Chica Fly Fishing Vest. This lightweight vest was designed specifically to fit a woman's contours to allow for uninhibited movement and comfort. With a...

On top, the Kokatat Women's MsFit Tour Personal Flotation Device rocks a higher-volume fit which is suitable for women (and which works for guys with muscly pecs as well). Rather than sticking a chunk of foam right where you need to flex, this PFD has articulated shell and foam panels which com...

It's official. You've caught the fly fishing bug and now spend more days out on the water than your partner, so invest in a pair of waders that actually fit your womanly physique with the Simms Women's G3 Guide Stockingfoots Wader. This women-specific wader features a higher chest and patent...

Before you scramble out of your house to the river, grab the Simms Women's Headwaters Stockingfoots Wader. Even though it's pretty warm outside, the cold snow-melt water has a habit of chilling you to the bone after a half hour of wading, but with this completely waterproof, durable Gore-Tex wa...

When casting or getting to the honey hole requires you to wade through swift currents, trust the Simms Women's Headwaters Boot to supply the traction you need for a safe crossing. The women-specific last provides a snug fit, and the Streamtread Vibram sole is specifically designed to provide...

Grab the Hardy Marksman2 4-Piece Fly Rod, your fly fishing gear, and head to your favorite hole. The Mayflies are going off, which means those lovely browns and rainbows are gorging themselves. The Marksman2 fly rod series offer you a range of medium fast action rods that not only offer good ca...

Whether your backup line is a sinking specialist, a saltwater hoss, or plain Jane that you keep around in case of a break, keep your insurance policy housed on the Ross Evolution LT Spool. Built with fully machined 6061-T6 aluminum, this spool is designed to stand up to abuse and deliver lightw...

An updated version of Ross' original Evolution, the Ross Evolution LT Fly Reel is one of the lightest large-arbor fly reels in its class. This machining masterpiece appeals to those anglers who appreciate both art and function. Its precise, sensitive drag system protects some of the lightest ti...

After a three-mile hike into Glacier National Park, the trees open up to revel cascading waterfalls and an endless array of small streams all flowing into a mirror-like lake. Quickly, you spot a few small fish feeding at the surface and undue the Tenkara Iwana 12ft - Set from your daypack. M...

The Dynafit Women's Trail DST Jacket lets you slink through the trees unscathed when winds rattle tree branches and ominous clouds loom just on the other side of the ridge. Made from lightweight Durastretch fabric, this jacket turns wind away without restricting your arm-pumping ascents. The...

Lace up the Asolo Stynger GTX Women's Backpacking Boots when you're covering long distances on the trail but don't want the weight or bulk of beefy boots. These sporty boots weight only 2lb 7oz (size 6.5), but pack in the heavy-duty features that make big hikes more comfortable. A Gore-Tex lini...

Despite your refined demeanor and subtle sophistication, your rock-crunching, trail-thrashing side lurks close to the surface. When it's time to feed the beast and head out for a less civilized tromp in the woods, pull on the Asics Women's GT-2000 2 Trail Running Shoe so your foot won't star...

When you plan an epic five-day trek along the Appalachian Trail or into Glacier National Park, haul your gear in the lightweight Arc'teryx Women's Altra 62 Backpack. Thanks to this pack's women-specific design, custom-fit GridLock shoulder straps, and rotating Load Transfer Disc, you won’t w...

CamelBak has made a name for itself designing the market's most convenient and adaptable hydration systems. What you may not recognize are the trail-ready packs, such as the Women's Aventura 18 Hydration Backpack, that CamelBak specifically designed to accompany and complement their award-winni...

At under three pounds, the Black Diamond Firstlight 2-Person Tent soothes your minimalist pangs so you can resume your ledge-camping, alpine adventures without dreading a soggy bivouac. Designed for maximum weight savings and minimum hassle, this single-wall shelter uses lightweight, breathable...

Therm-a-Rest made waves with the introduction of its NeoAir sleep pad, and it only gets better with the Women's NeoAir XLite Sleeping Pad. Instead of heavy, bulky insulation, this ultralight pad relies on a reflective barrier to send warmth back to your body to preserve body heat; because wo...

At its core, a helmet's purpose is fairly transparent -- avoid a trip to the hospital after a crash. However, every helmet maker takes different paths to achieve this. And with rigorous certification systems, you can be assured that most helmets will generally protect you, but the question r...

Where the Joplin is an endurance racer or cross-country rider's ideal; the Furtado Segundo complete mountain bike answers the wishes of new-school mountain bikers. No, this Juliana is not a huck-yourself ticket to the ER room, but a highly capable ascender and descender that forgoes wagon wh...

From its beginnings as a cycle clothing company, Pearl Izumi has been innovating technologies that help you go faster and keep you comfortable while doing so. Its Tri Fly IV Carbon Shoes are the perfect mix of power-optimizing technology in a shoe that is ideal for the barefoot triathlete.

If you're tired of stability running shoes that make you feel like you have bulky, unresponsive pads strapped to your feet, you're in for a treat. The Pearl Izumi Women's EM Road H 3 Running Shoe targets runners in need of serious rearfoot pronation control and a healthy dose of cushioning, ...

The Osprey Pixel Port Backpack takes your pixels and megabytes over the train tracks and through the town while leaving your hands free for coffee or a camera. This low-profile daypack fits your needs whether you're in school more hours than you sleep or you commute from the 'burbs to the ci...

The features you want in your triathlon shoes are the same as what you want in a road shoe; stiff soles, lightweight construction, and footbeds that keep your feet comfortable on long rides. But your triathlon shoes require a few additions that differ from traditional road shoes, namely a wi...

Take the Haiku Sprint Duffel Bag along with you to the gym, or when you're heading out for an overnight or weekend trip. It is sized to fit in a gym locker, and includes a locker loop so you can hang it to easily access your stuff. Its large zippered main compartment will hold a change of cl...

Way back in the '80s when pink spandex was king, people scrambled to find a pair of Oakley Frogskin Sunglasses. And whether you choose to go for the Shaun White sigs or for a polished pro, the Frogskins will block those harmful UV rays as you stroll down the street with a ghetto-blaster on y...

Summer rides through the desert may be the most fun you can after the snow melts, but the polarized Oakley Women's Urgency Urgency Sunglasses reduce the glare and shade the rays, raising your fun-ness level through the roof. You can ride like a two-wheeled lady-demon thanks to this shade's wrap...

When you want to keep track of your ticker and the calories you’ve burned, head out the door with Suunto’s M2 Women’s Heart Rate Monitor and Dual Comfort Belt. Real-time, easy-to-read outputs make sure you stay in your target zone and working towards fitness goals....

If you're reading this, odds are that you have a serious competitive streak that finds its outlet on board a bike. But what do you do when you're looking for something more, shall we say, relaxing? Well, that's exactly where the Orbea Carpe H10 Complete Road Bike comes into play. By mixing t...