I take my foot warmth pretty seriously, especially after suffering the consequences of frostnip on my toes. Which is why I absolutely love a solid pair of down booties that are not only comfortable, but also sufficiently insulated for indoor and outdoor use. Cue the Down Booties from Sierra Designs, a pair of slide-ons with durable construction and a decent...

　　Some bouldering shoes, especially ones aimed at competition or training, have become so soft that they feel like socks with rubber on them. Yes, they are so sensitive, but they also have almost no support and can disintegrate quickly under hard use. 　　I tested the Zenist exactly as its claims demanded. I trained in them on multiple home and gym...

　　My ski touring partner and I kicked steps into the imposing west face of a classic Gore Range peak. I paused to look up at the first rays of morning sunshine fanning over the ridgeline. The ascent was a mix of waist-deep facets under a breakable crust, front-pointing the face, and scrambling abrasive granite. On climbs like these, ski pants...

　　When my ski boots disappeared on my feet, I knew my feet, liners, and shells were working in harmony. My toes weren’t cold, and my feet weren’t slipping and sliding inside the liners. And that’s saying a lot — my feet are exceptionally challenging to match with ski boots. 　　Socks are the foundation of your winter skiing kit, and they’re...

　　There are e-bike cruisers that dabble as commuters and commuters packed with features like fat tires for off-road exploration. There are even full-tilt mountain bikes decked out with lights and racks for maximum versatility. 　　Among this littered field, the Orbea Diem is a much more purpose-driven machine whose components feel custom-tailored for urban commuting rather than skirting the line between...

　　Its about that time of year when everythings on the table: Fall and winter are right around the corner, but summers still in full swing! 　　That said, we scoped out Backcountrys Semi-Annual Sale to find you the best deals on in-season hiking gear, winter apparel, and other outdoor essentials. 　　Heres your chance to save up to 50% off newly discounted...

　　Backcountry: Up to 50% Off 　　 　　(Photo/POP) Backcountry kicks off August with a series of promotions, including its Semi-Annual Sale with up to 50% off end-of-summer discounts from Aug. 1 to Aug. 22. Also, customers can save up to 60% on past-season styles during this period. 　　Youll save big when buying this sweet-looking Royal Hawaiian Inflatable Stand-Up Paddleboard, for example....

　　A ski boot that tries to be everything for everyone often ends up being good for no one. But buying two pairs of ski boots — one for the ski resort, one for the backcountry — is expensive. So, there’s obviously a financial reason to consider crossover ski boots. Like most hybrid ski boots, the Nordica Unlimited LT 130 DYN...

　　Have you ever been hiking along a trail and had that distinct sensation of being followed? Its the moment when your sixth or seventh sense kicks in, and you pause, holding your breath, listening, and turning to check that no ones around. Theres always a sense of relief when you realize it was just your imagination. You arent being stalked...

　　When most people think of Nevada, they picture seas of sagebrush or glittering casinos rising out of the desert. It’s true: Nevada has those things — but if you look just a little deeper into the heart of Nevada, you’ll find countless treasures awaiting discovery. And the crown jewels of these gems? The state’s plethora of isolated, achingly beautiful hot...

　　What do Bradley Cooper, Alexandria, Va., and crab cakes have in common? Only the BeerJunkie knows, and the man himself, Paul Pabst, somehow ties it all together in his review of Port City Brewings Optimal Wit. 　　From the first notes to the final aftertaste, Pabst takes a flavor tour of the D.C.-area port city in less time than it takes...

　　Colorado residents will have a new issue to vote on this November: whether to continue to allow the hunting of mountain lions and bobcats. 　　All hunting of these feline predators would end under a petition filed in Colorado this week by animal rights group Cats Arent Trophies. The group has already collected 188,000 signatures — 60,000 more than necessary to...