Women’s
Archive
These shells offer equal parts protection and comfort. We reviewed the Columbia Flyin' Dry, with its waterproof, breathable membrane and roomy back pocket; the Marmot Tempo Hoody, which kept our tester toasty on mountain runs and hikes during a windy season; the super-stretchy First Ascent High Season; and others.
Kicks designed specifically for the female foot, including The North Face Single Track Hayasa, best for mixed road and trail runs; the Salomon XR Mission, best for long trail runs in rough terrain; the New Balance 890V2, best for a cushy on up-tempo runs; and the Pearl Izumi Kissaki, best for high-mileage marathon training and racing.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Merrell Mariposa waterproof jacket.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer's Buying Guide, including the Prana Piggyback yoga-mat strap.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the 5.10 Coyote Canvas climbing shoes.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including 2XU's 3/4-length compression tights.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Oakley carry-on roller bag.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Roxy 10'6" SUP.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Cannondale Ryker bike helmet.
Ignore what you've been told: Summer is the time to try something new
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Moving Comfort Rebound Racer Bra.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Saucony ProGrid Outlaw.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Nau 3/4 Length Cocoon jacket.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Line Celebrity 100 skis.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Arbor Swoon Board.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Tubbs Wilderness Snowshoe
I need a comfortable pair of multi-purpose shorts. What do you recommend?
Outside brings you the best adventure-specific dresses for your next late summer trip.
Seven surfers from Montauk, New York, give you the lowdown on one of the East Coast's premier surf towns.
Behind the scenes with the sisters tearing up the competitive triathlon circuit.
Photographer Jeff Lipsky shoots Torah Bright, Courtney Conlogue, Jenna Shoemaker, Sara Mancuso and Alex Puccio for our October issue.
Behind the scenes with the Olympic gold medalist in Malibu, California.
Why did Alex Puccio become so successful as a climber? A move to Boulder had something to do with it.
In her off time, the 26-year-old triathlete earned a degree from Harvard.
She surfed Trestles when she was six. Guess what she has planned at 18?…
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Watershed Waterproof Tote.
The freeskier has earned the right not to be called Julia’s little sister.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lucy Power Lift Knee Pants.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Patagonia Crossover Bra.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the REI Sariska Strappy Tank.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the ZEMgear Zem Ninja Low Booties.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nau Stylus Wrap Jacket.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Surftech Marisa Miller Stand-Up Paddleboard.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Oakley Miss Conduct Sunglasses.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nathan Trail Mix.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the DZ Nuts Bliss Cream.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nike Lunar Elite + 2 running shoes.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Dakine Coiled SUP Leash.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Princeton Tec Byte Headlamp.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the The North Face Krakatoa Half Zip Hoodie.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Pearl Izumi Veer Shorts.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the C4 Waterman Bamboo Laminate HD Paddle 8" Blade.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Mountain Hardwear Stretch Cohesion rain jacket.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Rudy Project Ability Sunglasses.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Pearl Izumi Impact Gloves.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Pistel Aster Visor.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Marmot Rom jacket.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Garmin Forerunner 210 Watch.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Quiksilver Women's Sandblaster Pants.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Smith Optics Skyline sunglasses.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lululemon The Mat.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Terry FLX Gel Saddle.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Horny Toad Bivalent Dress.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the O'Neill Vex shorts.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lilypond Sundown Weekender/Gym Bag.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized Echelon Helmet.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Rusty Entwine Fedora.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Lole Mojito swimsuit bottom and Bermude swimsuit top.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Athleta Scratch Windbreak jacket.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Louis Garneau Women's Pro Knickers.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Gravis Travel Duffle.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Roxy Hot Chip rash guard.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Brooks Trance 10 running shoes.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Shimano SH-WR61 Shoes.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the OluKai Kukuna Sandals.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Patagonia R1 Reversible Spring Juanita Suit.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Adidas Adistar Raven running shoes.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Sheila Moon Alice Shimmel Top.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Rusty Turn Around swimsuit Top and Bottom.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the REI Crestrail 65 backpack.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Asics GT 2160 running shoes.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Rapha Wind Jacket.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Merrell Rowena Jacket.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Eagle Creek Salta Vita.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Nuun U Tablet.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Giant Cypher 1.