Summer 2018 Buyer’s Guide

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Apparel

Time to Upgrade Your Summer Jacket

When weather rolls in, grab one of these

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Hiking

The Best Men’s Thru-Hiking Gear of 2018

Ditching weight means going farther faster

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Hiking

Our Favorite Thru-Hiking Gear for Women

Ditching weight means going farther faster

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Camping

Upgrade Your Cooler This Summer

Inspired by packs, a new breed of coolers are on the rise

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Hiking

The Best Trail Shoes of 2018

The latest hikers are as cozy as they are bombproof

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Camping

The Best Camp Stoves of 2018

Heading out on an overlanding trip? Bring one of these.

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Tools & Tech

The Best Lights of 2018

Headlamps and torches to light the way

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Camping

The Best Sleeping Bags and Pads of 2018

Sack out in something snug, breathable, and packable

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Climbing

The Best Sport Climbing Gear of 2018

Gear up and send it

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Hiking

The Best Summer Packs of 2018

Haulers big and small that go above and beyond

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Cars & Trucks

The Best Rooftop Tents of 2018

The ceiling can hold us, so we're throwing tents up there.

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Camping

The Best Tents of 2018

The year’s top shelters are quick to assemble and roomier than ever

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Camping

The Best Car Camping Gear of 2018

Creature comforts for the car-camping set

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Camping

The Best Dog Gear of 2018

Keep your pup safe, hydrated, and entertained on the trail

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Tools & Tech

The Best Knives and Multitools of 2018

For every task, there’s the right tool

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Hiking

The Best Hiking Accessories of 2018

We’re all for traveling light—just make room for these

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Travel Advice

The Best Luggage of 2018

Packs, duffels, and rollers that shake off abuse

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Tools & Tech

The Best Cameras and Drones of 2018

Tools to capture your most cinematic adventures

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Apparel

The Best Sunglasses of 2018

Look good and see better with these seven specs

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Travel Advice

The Best Travel Shoes of 2018

Footwear for roaming in style

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Camping

The Best Hammocks of 2018

The hangable berth is evolving

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Apparel

The Best Summer Night Gear of 2018

Cool and casual warm-weather gear

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Tools & Tech

The Best Watches of 2018

Timepieces to keep you on track

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Travel Advice

The Best Men’s Travel Kit of 2018

VIP style and comfort, even in the cheap seats

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Apparel

The Best Women’s Travel Kit of 2018

VIP style and comfort, even in the cheap seats

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Travel Advice

The Best Travel Accessories of 2018

Survive planes, trains, and automobiles with these essentials

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Water Sports

The Best Stand-Up Paddleboards of 2018

Versatility is the name of the game

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Water Sports

The Best Pedal-Powered Boats of 2018

Pedal-powered boats are coming to the masses

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Water Sports

Tested: The 6 Best Fly-Fishing Rods

Walk softly and carry the right stick.

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Water Sports

The Best Women’s Swimsuits of 2018

Swimwear that exudes style and capability

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Water Sports

The Best Surfboards of 2018

It’s south-swell season. Make sure you have the right board.

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Apparel

The Best Sun Protection Gear of 2018

Because sometimes you don’t want to catch some rays

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Apparel

The Best Hawaiian Shirts of 2018

Vintage aloha style gets technical

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Water Sports

The 7 Best Shoes for Summer

Slip-ons and lace-ups for your soggiest adventures

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Water Sports

Essential Beach Gear for the Last Days of Summer

Tried and true gear for river, lake, and ocean play

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Biking

The Best Road Bikes of 2018

A drop in price, but you still drop the pack

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Biking

The Best Bike Jerseys of 2018

Performance tops with tons of character

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Biking

The Best Mountain Bikes of 2018

Trail steeds get lighter but punch above their weight

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Biking

The Best Bike Shorts of 2018

Nothing makes a ride like a sweet pair of shorts

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Biking

The Best Bike Accessories of 2018

Elevate your saddle time

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Running

The Best Trail Running Shoes of 2018

Light up the trails with these all-terrain performers

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Apparel

The Best T-Shirts of 2018

All hail the 100 percent classic cotton tee

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Running

The Best Road Running Shoes of 2018

Seven top performers for pounding the pavement

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Running

The Best Men’s Running Kit of 2018

Training essentials for road and trail

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Running

The Best Women’s Running Kit of 2018

Training essentials for road and trail

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Running

The Best Summer Race Kit of 2018

Smoke the competition

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Running

The Best Running Accessories of 2018

High mileage without the sticker shock

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Tools & Tech

The Best Portable Audio Gear of 2018

Finally, wires are a thing of the past

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Training & Performance

The Best Men’s Workout Kit of 2018

Make gym time more than tolerable

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Training & Performance

The Best Women’s Workout Kit of 2018

Make gym time more than tolerable

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Tools & Tech

The Best Wearable Tech of 2018

Devices that do the thinking, analyzing, and recovery for you

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Apparel

The Best Socks of 2018

Active feet need love, too

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Training & Performance

The Best Fuel of 2018

Bonking is never an option

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Apparel

The Best Performance Underwear of 2018

Your first line of defense against sweat, abrasion, and funk

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Training & Performance

The Best Fitness Accessories of 2018

Details matter when it comes to keeping workouts fresh

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Water Sports

The Best Boardshorts of 2018

Wherever the waves take you, you’re covered

  

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