Nikon Coolpix AW100
A waterproof, shockproof, and dustproof 16-megapixel pocket camera with full HD video recording and GPS capabilities.
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Marmot Greenland Baffled Jacket
Marmot's Greenland Baffled Jacket is best reserved for cold places, winter camping or the chronically cold. It's a bit bulky for skiing with, but at rest stops or at camp its high warmth to weight ratio will be appreciated.
Mountain Hardwear B’Layman Jacket
The Mountain Hardwear B'Layman was one of the warmest synthetic puffies we've tried, and proved its ability to shuck weather. It’s a great choice for coastal places where precip doesn't always fall as snow.
Sierra Designs TOV DriDown
We loved this jacket's trim fit and middle-of-the-road weight and warmth, between a down sweater and expedition parka. It's not as warm as some jackets we tested, but it doesn't feel bulky, and comes at a fair price.
Helly Hansen Odin Belay
The least warm of the down jackets we tested for this review, the Helly Hansen Odin Belay scored bonus points for its streamlined fit and easy layering. It lags in compressibility and weight-to-warmth ratio, but it boasts a wide comfort range.
Nike Vision Road Machine
We feel the Nike Vision Road Machine is the best in its class for sub-$150 sunglasses, with very good optics, comfort, and venting, and a lot of smart features typically found on higher-end shades.
XX2i Optics USA1
The USA1 by XX2i Optics is a stellar value—with two sunglasses, cases, and five lenses. The frames’ adjustability is a key feature, along with a lightweight design, and a lifetime lens warranty that even covers scratches.
Native Zodiac
The Native Zodiac is a solid performance sunglass with high-quality optics, low weight, noticeable comfort, and a rubberized gripping system, although it has fewer bells and whistles than comparable shades.
Bolle Cervin
Compared to other sunglasses in its class, the Bolle Cervin is a great choice for people with smaller face shapes looking for solid value. Its standout features are its crisp optics and a comfortable fit.
Cébé Wild
The Cébé Wild is a good multi-sport performance sunglass with a number of strong features, including a notably low weight and photochromic lenses that adjust automatically to varying light conditions. While a good value, the optics are average.
Optic Nerve Neurotoxin 2.0
The Optic Nerve Neurotoxin 2.0 packs in a lot of bang for the buck, though its overall optics ranked lower than others in its class. For the very reasonable price, though, it comes with a number of useful features.
ZemGear Terra Barefoot Running Shoes
ZEM’s Terra performs quite well as an all-conditions running shoe. The Terra is pure minimalism: there’s nothing transitional and very little protective about it. This is great news if you’re an experienced minimalist, but should be used cautiously by beginners.