Jeff Dobronyi is a professional mountain guide and writer from Kelly, Wyoming. His routine changes with the seasons, from backcountry skiing and ice climbing all winter, to ski mountaineering in the spring, to alpine rock climbing in the summer, and finally to rock climbing in the fall. When he's not climbing or skiing, Jeff's other hobbies include mountain biking, running, cooking, reading, playing the drums, and traveling. His lifestyle requires having the right gear for the job, and his life often depends on it. As a mountain guide, Jeff has dedicated his life to helping others enjoy the outdoors, and reviewing outdoor gear is a natural extension of this calling.
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Best Climbing Belay Device of 2022
If you're roping up, you're going to need a belay device. But which one is the best? We exhaustively tested 17 of the top models at popular climbing areas all over the world to bring you...
Best Winter Boots of 2022
To help you find the best winter boots, we researched the best models available before buying the top to test and compare side by side. During our extensive head-to-head testing process...
Top Pick
UGG Butte
These warm, stylish, and relatively weather resistant boots earn our praise for best-looking winter boots. They are comfortable and
Best Ski Gloves of 2022
With so many choices, it can be difficult to find the right pair. We hands-on test the best gloves and mittens for skiing and snowboarding
Best Backcountry Ski Poles of 2022
We purchased the top backcountry ski poles currently available and tested them head to head. Whether you are a backcountry skier or snowboarder, we have options that will work for your...
Best Winter Jackets of 2022
We put in the cold hours and the nitty-gritty research to bring you reliable recommendations. As it pertains to winter jackets, we have deep and broad experience with all sorts of winter...
Best Ski Pants of 2022
We have done the work for you, swapping pants until we could generate the most authoritative comparisons possible. The result is a comprehensive assessment of the ski pants market. If...
Best Buy
Columbia Whirlibird IV Interchange
A versatile 3-in-1 jacket system that is great for occasional resort skiers on a budget. It lacks the finish, fit, and refinement of the more expensive competition.
Best Buy
REI Co-op First Chair GTX
This affordable shell almost matches the performance of much more expensive jackets. With ample weather resistance and ventilation,
Editors' Choice
Helly Hansen Alpha LifaLoft
This is the best ski jacket that we have ever tested. It performs well in every category, is built to last, and is much more affordable than other options.
How to Choose a Ski Jacket for Men
There are approximately a bazillion ski and board jackets currently on the market. They change style from one year to the next, and the model names manufacturers use are ever in flux. We...
Editors' Choice
Arc'teryx Sabre AR Jacket
The Sabre AR is the best men’s ski resort shell jacket we have ever tested. It combines excellent weather resistance and thoughtful, durable construction to keep you dry and happy on the...
Best Buy
The North Face ThermoBall ECO Snow Triclimate
This is a versatile jacket with a 3-in-1 construction system that keeps you warm, dry, and comfortable. If you are looking for one jacket to do it all, this is a good choice.
Top Pick
Arc'teryx Rush
This jacket is lightweight, weather-resistant to the extreme, and stylish, but it is also very expensive. Backcountry enthusiasts will get
Men's Winter Jacket Buying Guide
What is a winter jacket? This is a garment that can help you withstand the cold, wind, and snow or rain. It should contain thick insulation so that your body stays warm even when not in...
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