what is the best armor and weapon for a ranger?? im in chap.1 of the game...

i believe studded leather+1 or +2. im not sure. also, if it won't hinder their ranger skills, i would say chainmail+1 or +2. i play a ranger/rogue so i stick with studded leather, heh.

i need info on what armor i can use without hurtin a rangers skills... and also what is some cool weapons, like bow and longsword...

Stick with light armor,(cloth, leather, studded leather..) so you get all the cool Ranger abilities like dual wield.
A good weapon mix is maybe a longsword(cause theyre my fav.) and a shortsword so you get the bonus to attack because its a small weapon.

Thats all I can think of right now. If I missed anything, then feel free to add it.