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Jeff Dobronyi

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Review Editor at OutdoorGearLab

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  • 2 months ago | outdoorgearlab.com | Jeff Dobronyi

    Price: $140 List Manufacturer: Savior Heat By Jeff Dobronyi ⋅ Review Editor ⋅ Feb 28, 2025 57 OVERALL SCORE RANKED #17 of 24 Warmth - 25% 9.0 Dexterity - 25% 5.0 Water Resistance - 25% 2.0 Construction Quality - 15% 6.0 Features - 10% 8.0 Our Verdict The Savior Heat Rechargeable is a comfortable ski glove with three levels of battery-powered warmth, and it comes at a price that is hard to beat, earning our recommendation for the best budget heated glove. Without the battery turned on, the...

  • Dec 6, 2024 | outdoorgearlab.com | Jeff Dobronyi

    By Jeff Dobronyi ⋅ Review Editor  ⋅  Dec 6, 2024 The Best Snow Grips for 2024We bought 10 top ice cleats (aka snow grips) and set out to shovel, hike, and commute on icy paths. We evaluated each on traction, ease of use, fit and durability. The not only gave the best traction, but they were incredibly easy to use and had a secure fit. That said if you want less aggressive spikes and something easier to throw in your bag, get the Yaktrax Walk. They are also an incredible value.

  • Dec 5, 2024 | outdoorgearlab.com | Jeff Dobronyi |Andy Wellman |Jack Cramer

    By Jeff Dobronyi, Andy Wellman & Jack Cramer  ⋅  Dec 5, 2024 The Best Belay Devices for 2024Belay devices come in three different categories — tube-style, auto-blocking devices, and assisted braking devices — and our expert climbing testers have put in hundreds of hours belaying and testing all three kinds.

  • Nov 21, 2024 | outdoorgearlab.com | Jeff Dobronyi |Andy Wellman

    By Jeff Dobronyi & Andy Wellman  ⋅  Nov 21, 2024 The Best Energy Bars for 2024We bought 17 top energy bars and meal replacements and had our food experts conduct blind texture and taste tests with friends, and assessed them for caloric efficiency and healthy ingredients. Next we scrambled up mountains, run ultras, and spent whole winters skiing while eating these bars. Our favorite energy bar is Kate's Real Food because of the high-quality ingredients and great flavors.

  • Jun 11, 2024 | outdoorgearlab.com | Jeff Dobronyi

    The Bozeman performs very similarly to other winter boots in the slip-on category, but it has a wider toe box that can make the foot feel insecure for some. It also has slightly less weather resistance due to the cut-out handles on the side of the shaft, though this is minor, and the durability of these boots is top-notch. Performance ComparisonThese boots use neoprene insulation to provide warmth, the same material used in wetsuits by surfers in cold water.