While it doesn’t include a huge number of shoes, Columbia-Montrail’s 2020 trail running shoe lineup offers runners a few different options to suit specific needs, and is particularly appealing for those not looking to drop a ton of money on their next pair of shoes. Check out our Brand Guide to see how each shoe differs and which might be worth a look from you.
126 mm wide, reverse-cambered, really light — “La Machine” from Faction is not your typical ski, and we’re really curious about how this pow-specific tool will perform this season. Check out our First Look for more info.
We’ve spent the past few weeks skiing one of Armada’s new metal-laminate skis, the Declivity 92 Ti. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons of this fun, lively, & versatile ski.
The PNW Components Gen-3 Rainier is a very promising option in the increasingly crowded field of dropper posts, and comes at an unusually attractive price. So how does it compare to the competition? Check out our review.
The Blizzard GTX is one of a few shoes on the market specifically designed for running on snow and ice. We’ve spent time in it doing just that, and in our full review, we go into who would really benefit from a specialized shoe like this, and who might be better off in something more versatile.
Freezing temps and / or snowy trails mean your running gear plays a much larger role in how enjoyable your runs will be. Check out a few of the misc. pieces that some of our reviewers use just about every time they head out for a winter run.
Check out Part Two of our reviewers’ 1-boot-quiver selections, with additions from Paul Forward & Eric Freson
This roundup is for the folks who don’t let a bit of cold and / or wet weather keep them from getting out on the trails. Check out 8 of the Mtb shells we’ve been testing, ranging from ultra packable and breathable to burly and fully waterproof.
The Mtn Racer is designed to be a lightweight, high-cushion trail shoe for those who like to run fast over long distances and rough terrain. So how well does it live up to those claims, and how does it compare to other shoes in its class like the Altra Timp & Hoka Speedgoat? Check out our review.
Our final gift guide is dedicated to those big-ticket items — check out our reviewers’ top picks.
This edition of our gift guide is all about the little ones (and their parents). Check out our gift ideas for folks who like to get outside with their kids.
Spanning more than two-dozen models that range from road trainers to mud-specific racers, Inov-8’s 2020 lineup has a bit of everything, but it can be a bit confusing to sort through it all. Check out our Brand Guide to see what sets each shoe apart from the others, and figure out which ones might make sense for you.
Check out Part Two of our reviewers’ 1-ski quiver selections, including additions from Jonathan Ellsworth, Sascha Anastas, Sam Shaheen, & Eric Freson.
We’ve spent the last two weeks testing four of K2’s new Disruption skis back-to-back. Check out our review to see how the Disruption MTi, 78C, 78Ti, & 82Ti compare.
Can a product that costs half as much as the competition perform just as well? That’s basically what Hunt is claiming about their Carbon H-Impact wheelset, and after 5 months of testing, we actually don’t think they’re far off. Check out our review of this impressive wheelset.
While many aspects of running are less expensive than other, more gear-intensive sports, running vests can be quite pricey. But the VaporSwift 4L is Nathan’s take on a more affordable, yet still race-ready running vest — check out our review to see how it compares to its higher-end competition.
Next up in our gift guide are those items that we think would be great under the tree — check out our reviewers’ top picks.
Pivot just announced a brand-new bike — the latest generation of their 27.5″ Trail / Enduro bike, the Mach 6. Check out our First Look to learn more about the bike that Pivot says offers “eye-watering speed, telepathic handling, & unflappable stability.”
Topo Athletic continues to expand their line of low-drop, wide-toebox running shoes — check out our Brand Guide for the full rundown on their 2020 lineup and which model might make the most sense for how and where you run.
Check out Part Two of our reviewers’ 2-ski quiver selections, with additions from Kristin Sinnott, Jonathan Ellsworth, Sascha Anastas, Eric Freson, & Sam Shaheen.