2025 Winter Gear Guide

Of the 27 insulated jackets we tested last winter, we couldn’t get enough of these nine (and they're up to 25 percent off right now)

Ditch the resort crowds and enjoy the pow with our testers’ favorite splitboards

Your first layer can be the difference between a standout day in the elements and a mediocre one

Our crew tested 60 fleeces in every winter condition they could find. The winners are warm, breathable, and downright cozy

Strap in and find your flow with these tester-approved bindings

We tested 42 tops and bottoms to help you find the perfect layer for skiing and other cold-weather outdoor pursuits

Lace up and lace your line with these tester-approved snowboard and splitboard boots

Maine’s 100-Mile Wilderness serves up world-class cross-country skiing, deep solitude, and cozy creature comforts

Our lead tester found the Suunto Race the perfect balance of price and functionality

We tracked hundreds of diverse workouts and adventures during a year of testing to find the best sports watch for your favorite activities.

Whether you’re recovering from a tough workout or enjoying a rest day, this footwear will soothe and support

Whatever the winter conditions, these running bottoms will keep you cozy and comfortable

Our gear guy answers all the ski boot questions you don't know to ask

These running hats and gloves are proven to keep your head and hands comfortable in any cold-weather conditions

Don’t let frozen ears and fingers ruin running in a winter wonderland

Our experts and testers reviewed hundreds of products to pick the best snowboards, winter apparel, hunting gear, cross-country skis, and so much more

More than a dozen testers moved, sweated, stretched, arm balanced, and meditated on 35 mats. These are the ones we’re still practicing on.

After testing 51 pairs, our picky lead sunglass tester finally found shades that don’t suck for trail running: the Julbo Density

This deck rides switch exceptionally, floats well, and may be the most durable split on the market today

Drop the jargon, demystify the tech. We’re bringing you nothing but the facts.

The Gnu Barrett board wins the Editor’s Choice award for a second time thanks to its reliable, ripping all-mountain prowess

Our testers’ favorite board, the Nitro Alternator is a capable, no-frills, cambered all-mountain crusher

Meet our snowboard test director’s go-to Japow board and a perennial favorite of our Tahoe test team