Zach is a professional Mountain Guide, climber, and skier who dabbles in most outdoors sports. While he calls Colorado home, he travels extensively across North America, Europe, and sometimes Asia whether working or playing. Zach has also worn many hats in administrative roles including content manager, copy writer, marketing manager, website designer, photographer, and program developer. He is an IFMGA licensed/certified guide and has created his own curriculum at many universities, where he still teaches. Zach’s writing, photography, and mountain exploits have appeared in publications such as the American Alpine Journal, Planet Mountain, Alpinist, and Gripped.
Zach started working in product testing over a decade ago and is thrilled to be part of Gear Lab. When he’s not playing outside or on a computer, Zach plays pickleball, music, or (most importantly) spends time with his partner Syd and their dog Benny.
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Zach Lovell
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The Best Walkie Talkies
We put 9 radios to a head-to-head test after exhaustive research on all of the top models on the market. After months...
10 Best Water Shoes
Sick of wrinkled toes or stubs on sharp rocks while playing in the water? We've tested the best water shoes that will...
10 Best Rain Jackets
If wet weather is keeping you cooped up inside, get your hands on a top-ranked wet weather winner from our lineup of...
The Best Rain Jackets for Men
Whether you need an all-around rain jacket or a more specialized model, rest easy knowing there's a jacket that'll fit...
Editors' Choice
Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Review
This rain jacket carries your dollar very far, with scores in several metrics that rival models twice its price. With...
Best Buy
Columbia Watertight II Review
This option offers incredible value for shoppers who need a functional rain jacket but don't have the funds for a...
Best Buy
Helly Hansen Loke Review
This option offers great value in a rain jacket, offering a low weight, handy feature set, and a nice aesthetic at a...
The Best Flip Flops for Men
Searching for a new slippah? The selection can be daunting, with a multitude of options from the biggest names in the...
Top Pick
Outdoor Research Helium Review
This option is one of the lightest jackets we've ever seen, though it's best as a just-in-case layer in drier climates.
Top Pick
Mountain Hardwear Stretch Ozonic Jacket Review
Constructed with an extremely stretchy material that, coupled with a refined cut and above-average breathability, is...
Top Pick
Arc'teryx Beta SL Review
The latest offering in the renowned Beta jacket series furthers the reputation of Arc'teryx as a leader in weather...
10 Best Flip Flops
Over the past 10 years, we've bought and tested over 100 pairs of flip flops to find the greatest on the market. From...
Top Pick
Black Diamond Fineline Stretch Shell Review
While there are many lightweight rain jackets available on the market, few offer as many features as this latest...
10 Best Sandals
Trying to figure out what type of sandal the one you need is? We've spent years testing hundreds of pairs of flip...
Editors' Choice
Outdoor Research Foray Pants Review
Many users want rain pants that are unobtrusive most of the time. All you need is protection for a few hours of rain...
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