Patagonia Black Hole Duffel | Comparing the 40L, 55L, 70L and 100L sizes

The go-to Patagonia Black Hole Duffel receives a facelift with even more recycled fabrics. I haul it through airports, to national parks, and even to the pool to

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Rocky Talkie 5 Watt Radio review: Rugged, easy-to-use backcountry communication

The 5 Watt Radio's 1800 mAH battery can last up to 5 days on a charge, even when temperatures drop well below freezing. That's good news for those of

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Arc’teryx Fissile SV Down Jacket review | A down-insulated oven for skiers

Heads up: Several Arc’teryx men’s and women’s ski and ride shells and pants are seeing rare markdowns — up to 40% off on select current-season styles. Here's what's still

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Arc’teryx Allium Insulated Jacket | First look at the new freeride softshell

The Arc'teryx Allium Insulated Insulated Jacket was designed to be worn as a midlayer or standalone outer when skiing and snowboarding. It's straightforward styling works well for apres

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The Best Mammut Jacket for Every Activity | Complete 2024 guide

We like the Mammut Dry Tour fabric found on the Mammut Stoney HS jacket and pant for its soft feel and stretch.Mammut has a huge product line, and

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Arc’teryx Sylan 2 Review (2026) — Updated Specs, Fit & Legacy Sylan Pro/GTX Info

The Arc'teryx Sylan was one of the first models released from the brand's dedicated shoe design center in Portland, OR. Two year's later it has been updated based

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Vallon Heron Review: Ocean vs Glacier vs Mountain

Mountain (green), Ocean (black), and Glacier (off-white) respectively. Not much photos without the centerpieces online, hope this helps. Looking for highly protective sunglasses for long and sunny days on

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Arc’teryx Shoes | Comprehensive 2024 Guide

Some of the new 2024 Arc'teryx shoes are the brand's first to be designed in-house. We cover the full range and take a couple out on the trail.Putting

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Arc’teryx Shoes | Norvan LD 3 GTX Review

Putting trail miles on the waterproof running shoe from Arc'teryx that is built for comfort, stability and performance over long distancesPutting the Norvan through its paces at 9,000

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Arc’teryx Beta vs Beta AR vs Beta SL (Plus Beta SV)

Even in mid-summer it gets cold and windy at the summit of Colorado's famed 14ers. Karen chose the Beta AR Jacket for her summit of Mount Columbia.Heads up:

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