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November usually means the onset of winter, but much of the country is experiencing dry and unseasonably warm weather. Here’s what Outside editors have been using to pass the time until snow season.
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Like proud (and anxious) parents, we’re watching the outdoor market grow up fast
A month of high-profile acquisitions indicates investors are bullish on the long-term strength of the outdoor economy, even as the industry itself struggles to keep pace with the maturing moral ethos of outdoor consumers
Is there a more universally loved month in the outdoor world?
From running blades to $16,000 handbikes, high-tech gear helped athletes shatter records in Tokyo
One of our favorite adventure travel brands will be relegated to the gilded halls of Ebay by the end of the year
With a pair of Army SPECS and a little ingenuity, Pit Viper’s cofounders built a brand that nobody could have predicted
Versatility is the name of the game with these yet to be released items
Our Outdoor Retailer Gear of Show picks are all items that make life outside easier
When an oil company targeted the North Face with a tongue-in-cheek marketing campaign accusing the brand of hypocritical climate activism, it served as a reminder of the contentious—yet partially codependent—relationship between the outdoor and fossil fuel industries
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Summer is here. This is what we’re using to stay cool—in every sense of the word.
How Polartec revolutionized outdoor adventure with technical fabric innovation
Our testers put these items through the wringer, and now they’re discounted…
Gear up for summer adventures with these killer deals
Enter for a chance to win one of our 80+ adventure-ready prizes featured in our 2021 Summer Buyer's Guide.
They might not splurge on these items for themselves, so do it for them
Pre-owned gear is easier on the planet and your bank account
Hydrow’s next-gen rowing machines are helping more people discover that rowing is the ideal mix of cardio and strength training—and the best way to cross-train for virtually any outdoor sport
We combed through hundreds of products to pick these three
The items we're using to stay outdoors—and keep cozy when we come in
Here are the products that got us over the 2020 finish line
Top picks from the person who's tried everything
Not only do we love these items, but they might be hard to find in stock during the holidays
Masks, slippers, and shackets—what else do you need?
Each weekday starting on December 1, we'll be sharing one bomber gear deal that we think is worth snagging
Whether you're shopping for others or yourself, these sales are the best opportunities to save big on gear this year
Whether you're shopping for a skier, dog lover, or hiker, we've got you covered—regardless of your budget
What was promoted as an innovative new online event has come to a halt as employees and contractors allege missed payments
We'll be combing the site for the steepest discounts, so you don't have to
As summer gives way to fall, these are the items that our staff has been reaching for time and again
Ryan Gellert, who has overseen the brand's business across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa since 2014, will run the company
A handful of big insulation brands are suddenly raising the bar for premium down. What changed?
Some of our favorite items are available at solid discounts through September 7…
The retail giant is planning a remote future for main office employees
Featuring the all-new Teva x Cotopaxi collaboration
From iconic brands like Patagonia to that indispensable camping store in your hometown, the adventure economy has taken an unprecedented hit. The good news: the people who created these businesses are doers, and they're putting everything they've got into staying afloat and preparing for an uncertain future.
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
When COVID-19 hit, designers at DPS Skis viewed the pandemic as a way to pivot and do something impactful for health care workers
"For too long, Facebook has failed to take sufficient steps to stop the spread of hateful lies and dangerous propaganda on its platform"
Expert tips you can use to perfect your off-road adventures
Rose Marcario was one of the most vocal and progressive leaders in the outdoor industry
There are important decisions to make before and after your recyclables leave your hands
Now through May 25, save on the marked-down apparel and tools we’ve tested and keep coming back to at Huckberry’s Memorial Day Sale.
Every year, Outside dedicates two whole magazines to gear. Here's what goes on behind the scenes.
The retail giant wants to increase participation and diversity in the outdoors by lowering the cost barrier
From protective equipment to hand sanitizer to donations, here's how gear producers are helping to slow the spread of the virus
Experts weigh in on how to make a face covering out of what's in your gear closet
From retail giants like REI to the mom and pop stores in your hometowns, what happens when these businesses shut down?
Allegations of abuse have surfaced at a Bangladeshi factory whose multinational owner manufactures for some of the most popular outdoor brands we love. Here's why that should surprise no one.
Outside Gear Guy Joe Jackson has his eye on these five products
The beginner-oriented model from Atomic features a heel riser that automatically equalizes with the slope angle
The new R1 Air is warmer and more breathable than the original. Oh, and super cozy.
What we're most excited about for the upcoming season
The gearmaker's new Denver retail store is now lending ski and snowboard apparel in partnership with Awayco
Classic Blue gear has been in our closets for years
1,500 customers will receive annual America the Beautiful passes at the brand’s retail locations
Gently used apparel and a new upcycled line are available at the Boulder storefront
The founder of the industry's biggest ski show is acquiring public-facing expos in Denver and Boston
The e-retailer pursued legal action against dozens of companies for trademark infringement over the word "backcountry." Now the CEO is apologizing.
Last week the two companies signed an acquisition deal. Does this mean we'll see a Google smartwatch soon?
The online effort to cancel Backcountry.com
She escaped the Nazis, stuck it to the men, turned the outdoor industry on its head, and made us laugh. All while seeking perfection.
Achieving the highest sustainability certification is a huge step in the right direction, but the New Zealand-based brand's larger goal is to help create a more ethical and inclusive global economy
That could be you, thanks to a contest the brand is running through September 16
Enter to win the gear we love most this season
The front forks may be prone to snapping, posing a potentially deadly threat