Gear Picks
Last Minute Gifts for the Outdoorsy Person in Your Life, on Sale at the Outside Shop
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$115
$92
from Outside Shop
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Our Gear Guy called this the best multitool for simple use: “It really hit a sweet spot in terms of extreme tool capability and ease of use,” he wrote. “The screwdriver is particularly impressive: it spans the entire length of the handle (rather than swiveling out of the interior of the tool, like the others on this list), delivering maximum torque.”
$230
$184
from Outside Shop
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“A Danner classic, the 917 transitions seamlessly from mountain to Main Street,” wrote Gabriela Aoun of the Logger 917 in our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide. “The rich suede upper has a waterproof Gore-Tex liner, and a Vibram outsole grips slippery surfaces.”
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$55
from Outside Shop
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Way back in 2016, Outside Gear Guy, Joe Jackson, praised the Roo for its durability: “This was the most bomber hammock of the test, thanks to details like burly hanging carabiners and Dyneema racing slings,” he wrote. At just 10 ounces, it’s light enough to keep stashed in a daypack.
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from Outside Shop
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This toiletry case is waterproof (like fully submersible waterproof) and made from a light TPU construction that tips the scales at 2.4 ounces. And it has the best of both worlds: the solid base and wide-mouth opening are ideal for countertop use, and the hanging loop allows you to take it in the shower if you so choose.
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$31
from Outside Shop
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We featured the Armbar Cork in our 2020 Summer Buyer’s Guide. “This eight-tool, 3.1-ounce device is a solid base-camp assistant, with scissors, a hammer, and a 2.5-inch blade for an array of chores,” wrote gear editor Maren Larsen. “Bottle, can, and wine openers keep food and drink flowing, and the stonewashed finish adds class.”
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$150
$113
from Columbia
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The Escape Summit OutDry was our favorite boot for wet hikes in our 2021 Summer Buyer’s Guide. “We raced up trails during muggy New Mexico monsoons and were flabbergasted by how well the membrane pulled sweat off our feet, keeping them dry and blister-free,” wrote our testers.
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$51
from Backcountry
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Testers Ryan Stuart and Stephanie Pearson picked the Groundwork as a killer-value sleeping bag. “We were shocked to learn that this 20-degree synthetic mummy rings up under $100,” they wrote. “It’s a great pick for car camping or even short backcountry jaunts.”
$180
$135
from Dick’s Sporting Goods
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“The Nike ZoomX Invincible shoe might not break speed records, but it rules for recovery runs,” wrote our Buyer’s Guide testers. “From top to bottom, Nike has created the best max-cushion shoe we’ve ever tested.” That’s why we gave it a Gear of the Year award.
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$172
from Backcountry
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The Perimeter 50 pack won our Gear of the Year award in our 2021 Summer Buyer’s Guide for its no-frills design and ability to swallow gear. “If you’re looking for a pack that can fit both Mom and Dad and pivot from through-hiker to family wagon, the Perimeter is hard to beat,” wrote our testers.
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Revo Descend N
$199
Revo's best-selling Descend N glasses features NASA-based polarized lens technology with a rimless design with panoramic views for when you need to see it all.
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The Birkenstock Outdoor Collection
$170
from Birkenstock
Legendary Birkenstock comfort, build to go off road, on trail, and everywhere in between. Meet the new collection of all-terrain, water-ready, outdoor sandals for every adventure. Available now at Birkenstock.com.
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$48
from Backcountry
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“Baggy shorts sag during inversions, but a too-svelte fit can make lunges awkward. Manduka’s four-way-stretch Agility nails the balance, with a nine-inch inseam and 22- inch leg opening that feel just right,” wrote our Buyer’s Guide tester.
$110
$65
from Keen
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“This strappy number is best for those who want the wind on their toes, even on technical terrain,” wrote our Summer Buyer’s Guide tester Jill Robinson. (Men: check out the Targhee Open Toe sandals.)
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$130
from Asics
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Running shoe testers Cory Smith and Lisa Jhung picked the Asics Gel-Nimbus Lite 2 as the best shoe for everyday miles in our 2021 Summer Buyer’s Guide. “It feels like a well-worn favorite right out of the box,” they wrote. “Overall, it’s a refreshing departure from the traditionally stiff and firm Asics platform.”
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from Backcountry
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The fully-submersible Cyclone hip pack is the bag you want for SUP adventures. Its waterproof compartments made it one of our favorite accessories in our Summer Buyer’s Guide.
$179
$159
from Bose
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Summer Buyer’s Guide tester Will Palmer picked the Bose Sport as the best earbuds for running. “The fit on the well-sealed, sweat- and water-resistant Sport is more secure than anything else in our test,” he wrote.
Gear Picks is a curated selection of products we’ve tested and heartily recommend. We stand by this gear—and the brands that sell it—and many of our editors and writers use this stuff weekly. Whenever possible, we provide a link to a past review so you can make sure it’s something that suits your lifestyle—ideally at a steeply discounted price. Happy shopping—and gear-picking.