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How to Choose a Sleeping Bag for Camping and Backpacking
November 5, 2026
How to pick a sleeping bag: temperature ratings, down vs. synthetic fill, shapes and sizing, the sleeping pad that goes with it, and how to...
Ka'elo Lindsey
How to Buy a Backpacking Pack
How to buy a backpacking pack: choose the right capacity for your trip length, get fitted to your torso and hips, then weigh features, ventilation,...
What Are Approach Shoes? And Do You Need a Pair?
Approach shoes blend a hiking shoe upper with sticky climbing rubber. Here is what they are for, who should own a pair, and how to...
Alex Macmillan
How to Buy Ski and Snowboard Gear on a Budget (Video)
Save on ski and snowboard gear: shop used and closeout, rent before you buy, spend on boots first, and know what to always buy new....
Gino Traboulsi
Video: How to Choose the Right Snowboard Boots
Video guide to choosing snowboard boots: flex for your riding style, laces vs. BOA vs. speed laces, and why measuring both feet and trying several...
Andy T
How to Mount and Adjust Snowboard Bindings (Video)
Mount snowboard bindings yourself: regular vs. goofy, stance width, beginner binding angles (+12/-6), and how to tighten screws without damaging your board. ...
Curran Shaw
Video: How to Pick and Fit a Ski or Snowboard Helmet
Quick video on choosing and fitting a ski or snowboard helmet: snug fit, the shake test, chin strap and goggle compatibility. ...
How to Repair a Ski or Snowboard Base with P-Tex (Video)
Fix core shots and deep base gouges at home with P-Tex: tools you need, prep, dripping and layering, and scraping flush. Video from our tune...
How to Fit a Ski Helmet: Find the Perfect Size & Fit
How a ski or snowboard helmet should fit: measure your head, choose a size, do the shake test, adjust the chin strap and fit system,...
Jami Riener
How to Get a Proper Ski Boot Fit
What happens at a professional ski boot fitting: foot measurement, shell fit, finding pressure points, custom footbeds and shell modifications, plus how to break in...
Hugo Berteau-Pavy
How to Choose the Right Ski or Snowboard for Your Skill Level
November 4, 2026
Match skis and snowboards to your ability: what flex, length and profile beginners, intermediates, advanced and expert riders should look for, plus where to ride...
How to Buy Snowboard Bindings
How to choose snowboard bindings: match flex to your riding style, check mounting compatibility, size to your boots and dial in straps, highback rotation and...