The History of Gear

It's rare for a product to stand the test of time, but these seven items are as good as they ever were

Like a cicada, the North Face Denali fleece hibernates for stretches, only to emerge one season with such force that you can't remember a time it wasn't around

We’ve scoured the gear archives and the history of sport across continents and eras to compile our first attempt at an authoritative list of the 100 most important outdoor inventions ever

Because a world without internal-frame backpacks, bike derailleurs, and wetsuits would be a darker place

Elise Wortley is replicating the achievements of historical female adventurers, wearing only the gear that would have been available to them at the time

Surf companies have been ignoring compelling research that could make wetsuits warmer and easier to paddle in. Two scientists are making sure someone listens.

We asked a group of professional athletes about the oldest pieces of gear they still use every day

We’ve come a long way from the chlorine troughs of yesteryear

Technological advances and a growing line of research have paved the way for a new class of support systems that are comfortable, look good, and fit a wide(r) variety of bodies.

The journey of a fabric enjoyed by everyone from Welsh shepherds to grunge Seattleites

Women's pockets used to be functional. Why aren't they anymore?

Gains in aerodynamics, weight, and stiffness come at the cost of some rider choice and equipment resilience