Outside Buyer's Guide Winter 2007-2008

Gear of the Year: Alpine skis

Ski Boots: Feel the power

Slope Style: Hip goes high-tech

Ski Poles: Strong and light sticks

Goggles: Get clarity

Destinations: Find powder here

The Goods: Nordic skiing

Covet: A woolen classic

Drawing Board: Snow science

Gear of the Year: Soft shells

Layers: Shirts for all conditions

Destinations: Classic ski towns

Après Boots: Your feet deserve them

Testimonial: Q&A with Dean Cardinale

Gear of the Year: Snowboards

Slope Style: From pants to goggles

Snowboard Boots: For every rider

Destinations: The best for boarders

Testimonial: Q&A with Eero Ettala

Gear of the Year: Storm shells

Hats: Merino beanies, windproof lids, and more

Winter Pants: Six foul-weather trousers

Covet: Limited-edition Sorels

Testimonial: Q&A with Nick DeVore

The Goods: Ice climbing

Gear of the Year: Backcountry skis

Snow Tools: Out-of-bounds essentials

Destinations: Backcountry stashes

The Goods: Winter camping

Covet: A perfect ax

Insulated Jackets: Deep winter to spring

Gear of the Year: Snowshoes

Testimonial: Q&A with Cody Townsend

Drawing Board: A binding breakthrough

The Goods: Winter cycling

Gear of the Year: Packs

Drawing Board: A smarter probe

Helmets: Find your lid

Gloves: Tough hand warmers

Covet: A faster sled

Gear of the Year: Trail runners

Sunglasses: Six sweet new shades

Tech Tools: Rock your hotel room

The Goods: Hit the tropics

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