Larry Amkraut

Field test report for the Montbell Ultralight Spiral Down Hugger #1 sleeping bag.

The Nemo Moki is made with Nemo Osmo fabric, by far the most breathable single-wall tent material tested.

The Valandre LaFayette was the lightest-weight cold-weather bag we tested.

The Black Diamond/Bibler Fitzroy hasn’t changed over the years, and remains the classic single-wall high-altitude tent.

The Salewa Pro Gaiter is the best answer yet to the question: “What boots do I take when I must walk to the dance?”

The two-person, single-walled NEMO Tenshi is a breath of condensation-free air.

If you’ve ever wanted to dance on ice, the new Kayland M11 boots might be your magic slippers. At two pounds one ounce each, these babies are remarkably warm for their weight.

At 5 pounds 4 ounces the Jannu is light enough for one person, and, measuring 93 inches long, 57 inches wide and 39 inches high, spacious enough for two.

Imagine a weatherproof, wind-stable tent weighing less than a pound and a half. It sets up easily, sleeps two and packs down small enough to fit into a pocket.

Alpine harnesses are the ninjas of the alpine world. They are ultra-light and compact and can remain hidden in the tiniest corner of a pack until the assault begins. Black Diamond's new Couloir Harness exemplifies what you want and need in an alpine harness.

The Solo Tarp is an amazing shelter.

The Cocoon is a Primaloft sleeping bag with a 30-inch, center zipper and a 30-degrees F rating.