Gear Tips

50 Ways to Get Your Outdoor Gear in Shape

An ice climber in a helmet and bright yellow jacket swings her axe into a white frozen waterfall to move up the route.

How You Can Try Ice Climbing This Season

Charlotte Austin|January 14, 2019

Ice climbing might seem both badass and intimidating. Here's how to try it out—and have fun your first time.

Down jacket

What Is Down Fill Power?

DIY: Reuse Old Handlebars to Create a DIY Bike Rack

Susan Viscon

Women Behind the Gear: Susan Viscon

a pile of old skis and snowboards

DIY: How to Build an Adirondack Chair Out of Skis

Make A Shot Ski

DIY: The Shot Ski 2.0—and Other Clever Uses for Old Sticks

making a snowboard/ ski boot dryer

DIY: Build Your Own Snowboard and Ski Boot Dryer

Wool Clothing

SmartWool: Layer Like an Expert with Wool Clothing

Whitney James|November 2, 2016

DIY Ski Rack

DIY: How to Build a Ski and Snowboard Rack

Waterproof Your Leather Gloves

How to Waterproof Your Leather Gloves

diy waxing box

DIY: How to Build a Portable Ski or Snowboard Waxing Table

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