Ryan lives and plays in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California with his wife. Happily rooted in Mammoth Lakes, they spend as little time inside as possible. When he's not fighting fires, patrolling the ski slopes, or testing gear and writing articles for GearLab, Ryan likes to ski, climb, bike, and hike. He is notorious for breaking things, plays the banjo, and enjoys painting mountainscapes when he’s not actively playing in them. He tries to keep his priorities on the people and activities he loves in the mountains he adores.
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Ryan Baker
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Best Bike Saddle of 2023
After spending countless hours grinding away the miles in the top road bike saddles on the market, we identified the...
Best Winter Down Sleeping Bags of 2023
With a plethora of sleeping bags to choose from, it can be hard to know how best to turn your hard-earned dollars into...
Best Ski Boots of 2023
Are you ready for a new men's ski boot? Our industry experts rigorously tested 9 of the top products of 2022 to bring...
Editors' Choice
Tecnica Mach1 MV 130 Review
This stiff race-inspired ski boot provides consistent progressive flex and drives through any snow condition.
Best Road Bike Helmet
After testing the top bike helmets on the market, we evaluated comfort, weight, ventilation, durability, all-around...
Editors' Choice
Bontrager Velocis MIPS Review
Outstanding comfort with easy adjustability and supreme ventilation earned this lightweight helmet our Editors' Choice...
Top Pick
POC Ventral Air MIPS Review
Riders expecting blistering heat or the hot sun will appreciate the evaporative cooling and robust air movement...
Best Buy
Mountain Hardwear Bishop Pass 0 Review
This bag is perfect for the weekend warrior, car camper, or aspiring mountaineer who wants to explore the winter...
How to Choose the Best Ski Boots
To help you find the best pair of ski boots for your abilities and budget, we're here to help you cut through the...
Top Pick
Tecnica Cochise 130 DYN GW Review
While heavier than other true touring boots, this model offers excellent performance with sturdier materials and...
Best Buy
Dalbello Panterra 130 ID GW Review
This versatile, softer flex boot makes up in comfort and convenience what it lacks in overall power and downhill...
Top Pick
Nordica Speedmachine 3 130 S Review
If comfort is your number one priority, this boot pleases with a cork and EVA foam liner that makes this the comfiest...
Atomic Hawx Prime 130S GW Review
This boot has excellent out-of-the-box comfort that initiates aspiring skiers to a stiffer more challenging boot for a...
Marmot Never Summer 0 Review
Extra features like the zipper stash pocket and offside vent zipper make for a comfortable night’s sleep but add...
Fischer Ranger 130 Walk Dyn Review
This lightweight touring boot will rip the resort or hike the backcountry with tech binding and Grip Walk compatibility.
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