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Choices can be overwhelming—we all need a little help to get on the right path (or trail, bike route, dirt track...). Our buying guides and top lists do just that. Expert advice and comparisons break down the essentials and get you on the road to pretty much anything you can think of. How to buy the best gear means pinpointing the top elements in a selection of products. You'll find the latest in trail and road runners, waterproof and winter jackets, camping equipment and more.

Best Winter Jackets For Extreme Cold

Canadian-Made & Designed Winter Jackets Brands

9 Best Running Pants and Tights for Winter Running

5 Backpacks Made For the Urban Commuter

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Best Fall Jackets for Men

The days are getting shorter, the temperatures dropping. But it’s not all bad: Autumn is the best time of the

Best Fall Jackets for Kids

Crisp air, wind gusts, downpours — autumn weather is unpredictable. A good kids’ fall jacket stands up to the transitioning

Best Rain Jackets & Waterproof Hardshells of 2025

When the rain comes, having a reliable waterproof jacket is your best defence against getting soaked—and even hypothermia. This guide

Best Hydration Packs for Running in 2024

Whether you're an elite marathoner, trail enthusiast, or just a humble jogger, hydration packs are your next must-have after good

Best Urban & Everyday Life Backpacks

Urban backpacks are popular because they can carry sensitive items for work or leisure while looking stylish. In this article,

Our Favourite Loafers & Ballerinas

A good pair of flats will see you through a busy workday, dinner with friends, and a weekend outing. Below,

Our Favourite Sneakers of 2024

There’s nothing quite like a good pair of shoes. Comfortable, easy to wear and versatile enough to complement pretty much

14 Best Kids’ Backpacks For Back to School

Equipping your child for back-to-school includes many essentials, but the most important is their backpack. With countless options available, choosing

Best Trekking Poles for 2024

From weekend strolls to full-on thru-hikes, trekking poles are essential for every hiker. They reduce knee impact, prevent long-term damage,

Best Camping Mattresses and Sleeping Pads in 2024

Not only do camping sleeping pads add a layer of heavenly comfort between you and a patch of rocky soil,

Best Hiking Water Bottles & Bladders of 2024

When we hike, we exert energy. It’s important to hydrate to avoid any health risks and stay energized. If there’s

5 Favourite Sandals for Summer 2024

The best summer sandals are versatile—taking you from city streets to mountain trails just as easily—and don't compromise on comfort,

Best Life Jackets of 2024

A life jacket, life vest, or personal flotation device (PFD), is a safety apparatus designed to keep you afloat in

Best Cycling Sunglasses in 2024

Picking the best cycling sunglasses isn’t about choosing the most expensive ones—it’s about choosing the ones that meet your needs.

The Best Mountain Biking Helmets of 2024

Mountain biking helmets have come a long way since the clunky hardhats of the 80s. Elements such as comfort, aesthetics,

Best Road Bike Helmets for 2024

Do you search for a lightweight helmet or one that is stylish but perhaps a bit on the heavy side?

Best Ultralight Sleeping Bags

The success of any adventure often comes down to having the right gear. Unfortunately, certain key pieces of gear, like

Best Hiking Socks to Prevent Blisters

Hiking can be an exhilarating experience. But, without the right gear, it can become a laborious trudge rather than a

5 Best Daypacks for Day Hiking

In this article, we’ll highlight the greatest features of daypacks, perfect for hikers at any experience level. We’ll show our

Best Hiking Pants for Men in 2024

Hiking pants get a bad rap. In the age of ultralight everything, running shorts have become the go-to bottoms for

Best Hiking Pants for Women for 2024

Finding the best women’s hiking pants takes a little work, but once you find the perfect pair, they can last

Best Camping Tents of 2024

When it comes down to it, choosing the right camping tent isn’t about choosing the one with the most features

Best Hiking Shoes for 2024

Whether you’re on high and dry alpine trails or wet, muddy paths, your hiking shoes are the piece of gear

Best Hiking Boots for Men and Women

If you've ever had a blister, you know just how debilitating those unimpressive little wounds can be. A great day's

Best Road Running Shoes in 2024

The type of road running you do will largely determine the best shoe for your needs. Whether you're hitting the

Best Trail Running Shoes in 2024

From curvy single-tracks to rugged off-road terrain, trail running demands the right gear—especially when it comes to footwear. In this

Best Boots for Snowshoeing in 2024

Snowshoe trails abound and models are evolving more and more, to the delight of users. Once you get your hands

5 Best Winter Hiking Boots for Staying Warm & Dry in 2024

Hiking in the winter is a beautiful and serene experience - the fresh snow, the blue skies, the snow-capped peaks

Our Most Popular Oakley Ski Goggles

When the snow starts to fall and the wind starts to blow, having a clear field of vision is essential

Best Snowboard for Beginners of 2024

This discipline is fun and flowy, with an emphasis on powder and the terrain park. In order to get that

The Best Men’s Ski Boots of 2024

The wrong ski boot can lead to debilitating shin and foot pain, which can turn off potential skiers from the

Best Women’s Ski Boots for 2024

Because skis are flashier, most attention falls on them, but one pair of bad skis usually isn’t enough to push

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