Scott Decoder Jacket
The Scott Decoder is a breathable, "hybrid" puffy that works well both as a mid-layer and outerlayer when conditions aren't crazy cold.
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Arc’teryx Sarissa Jacket
Thanks to its streamlined insulation, great features, and durability, the Arc'teryx Sarissa jacket might just have solved the age-old layering dilemma for those who run cold.
Outerwear 101: Which Socks & Why?
Time to talk socks. Our reviewers weigh in on what they actually wear on the mountain—and why. Plus, two bits of conventional wisdom when it comes to socks and snowsports.
POC Wrist Freeride Glove
The POC Wrist Freeride is a very nice, well constructed glove. If there is another glove in this category that outperforms it, we aren't sure what it is.
Icebreaker Flexi Chute Ripple Neck Warmer
The Icebreaker Flexi Chute neck warmer is breathable, versatile, and warm. If you're looking for that extra chill protection, it's definitely worth a look.
Arc’teryx Venta SV Jacket
The Arc'teryx Venta SV offers the highest degree of wind resistance and warmth within Arc'teryx's lineup of softshells. It's also versatile. And stylish. In fact, there's little this jacket can't handle.
Lethal Descent 3L Eagle Jacket
The Lethal Descent 3L Eagle jacket is a legit, high-end, technical piece. It also happens to be the best value on the market.
Arcade Belts
If you’re going to bother to make a belt, you really ought to get it right. Arcade has.
POC Cornea Goggle
The POC Cornea goggle has a great combination of looks, feel, and performance characteristics. So how does it stack up against similar goggles?
Oakley Airbrake Snow Goggle
The most difficult conditions to ski in are not due to poor snow conditions, but poor light conditions. The Oakley Airbrake is highly recommended for anyone looking for easy lens-changing ability and outstanding optics.
Norrona Lofoten Gore-Tex Pro Jacket
The Norrøna Lofoten Gore-Tex Pro Jacket was designed with “loaded minimalism” in mind, an oxymoron that's actually pretty apt.
First Ascent Heyburn 2.0 Pants
Generally speaking, the First Ascent Heyburn 2.0 Pants are breathable, warm, stylish, and comfortable. But where do they fall short, and where do they excel?
POC Nail Glove
POC isn't trying to reinvent the wheel with the Nail glove, but what's interesting is how well they've executed the details.
Smith I/OX Goggle
According to Smith Optics, "In the game of Global Thermonuclear War, the I/OX isn't playing around." Confused? It's OK, we're here to help.
Volkl Nanga Pants
The Volkl Nanga is an extremely comfortable pant with a clean, sleek design that will keep you warm on even the coldest days.
Eider Niseko Jacket
If you're going to test the Niseko jacket from Eider, you might as well test it in the place it was named after. And throughout a huge storm cycle in Japan, the Niseko Jacket proved to be an incredibly well-thought out and well-constructed jacket, ideal for cold temps and seriously deep days.
Giro Manifest Goggle
The Giro Manifest goggle offers a comfortable and sturdy fit with otherwise good vision, but lens durability was questionable.
R.E.D. Mutiny Helmet
The R.E.D. Mutiny is a hard-shell helmet that offers a snug, comfortable fit without sacrificing venting. It also comes with a removable Gaper Gasket. (Don't worry, we'll explain.)
Coreupt Steep Ride Jacket
The Coreupt Steep Ride jacket is a fully waterproof & breathable shell that offers a ton of performance for the price.
TREW Cosmic Jacket
Unsurprisingly, the Cosmic jacket measures up to the burliness, versatility, and stylishness we've come to expect from Trew. So reviewer Julia Van Raalte talks instead about the functionality of specific features and how well the Cosmic works for women.