When we were caught in a sudden storm hiking in Acadia last summer we donned garbage bags to keep dry. Some rain jackets feel almost as clammy as those garbage bags. What’s a good, breathable one?

Two filmmakers aim to bring mountain biking to kids—and theaters—across the country

Outside picks the best bikes of May 2013, including the Yeti SB-95

I’m looking for something small and light to stow in my pack while hiking or kayaking in case something goes wrong, but I’m overwhelmed by the options. What kind of beacon do you recommend?

A cross country race bike that will make you a better rider

Lightweight but just as comfy and safe as heftier helmets.

With its New Road line, Giro, alongside a handful of other apparel manufacturers, is trying to bring pro-quality performance to the civilian peloton

Outside picks the best iPhone cases of May 2013, including the Lifeproof Fre

I'm getting ready for a two-month trip around Asia and I need luggage that can hold up to serious abuse. What do you recommend?

After spending the winter dreaming about fly-fishing, I'm itching to get back out on the river. What are the best waders for early-season fish-stalking?

Peter Metcalf has transformed his company, Black Diamond, into one of the fastest-growing and innovative outdoor-gear and apparel makers in the world. Here he talks about their most radical product yet, a next-generation avalanche airbag-equipped backpack.

This summer, ocean-based explorer and scientist Sonya Baumstein became the first person to stand-up paddleboard across the Bering Strait. Find out more about what's up next for Sonya: rowing across the North Pacific. #TheDriven…

Thanks to the new factory, built with Laakso’s pre-preg expertise, all of Black Diamond’s 2013-14 skis are lighter but higher performance than existing models.

Bell’s new enduro-oriented Super is the latest in a quickly expanding market of all-mountain helmets. But are these new, bigger lids really safer?

Patagonia's Black Hole Snow Roller is a sleek, simple, durable ski bag

I’m looking for a new, relaxed way to get from point A to point B. One of my friends suggested longboarding, but I haven’t touched a skateboard since junior high. What kind would you recommend?

My New Year's Resolution for 2013 was to learn to kiteboard, but I don't know where to start. Help!

A history of barefoot and back again

Get your dog airborne with the Doggie BASE Rig from Caninsanity.

A ski binding optimized for uphill and downhill performance

A Depression-era insulating material is becoming the hottest thing in outerwear

What are the best backcountry skis for tearing up East Coast powder?

The Idaho-based ultra-endurance mountain biker talks about his record-setting ride on the Iditarod Trail Invitational, which he completed sleepless and with a broken ankle

As Shimano unveils its second-generation Dura-Ace Di2 groupo, it’s a good time to ask: Is electronic shifting an essential upgrade or a gratuitous and overpriced accessory?

Introducing an ultra-high-end, ultra-light mountaineering tent that's also great for flush thru-hikers, backpackers with fat wallets, and adventure racers with generous corporate sponsors

I run in minimalist shoes, and I like to wear some type of sock with them. What’s a thin pair that provides good ground feel and will keep me blister free?

GoPro shrunk the latest Hero to the size of a dental-floss dispenser and still managed to pack a lot of power.

Behind the customization revolution that's changing the way we buy everything from candy bars to sea kayaks

An ode to Topo Designs' Klettersack

The Solarmonkey Adventurer and Solargorilla-eXtreme are both specifically designed for use in the outdoors

Luminox’s Field Watch ups the baditude factor.

The traditional climbing gym is about to evolve—or at least that’s what the owner of Brooklyn Boulders believes. With a second, satellite location slated to open this spring in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company is planning to house an unusual and disparate blend of climbing, retail, working, and community spaces under one roof.

Even if you’re not in the market for a $10,000 frameset (and who is, really?), here’s why this cutting-edge road bike could matter to you

I’m looking for a pair of quick-drying pants for hiking in the slush and rain over the next few weeks. I need to look presentable if we stop at a brewpub on the way back. What have you got for me?

Helly’s Flow System turbocharged mechanical venting is anatomically body mapped not only for warming but also for cooling

The American-made brand launches its watch sales with a brass-plated bike

A percentage of the purchase price of your new Scamps, a collaboration with Cascade Designs, will go toward well-building projects in Kenya

I'm looking to upgrade my camera, but I don't want to lug around a heavy—and pricey—DSLR. What are my options?

Tired of waiting for the industry to start offering appropriately-sized splitboards and other backcountry items, Ali Carr Troxell is turning to Wagner Custom for the perfect made-to-order gear

The company, founded in 1888, is bringing back, for a limited time only, the protective eyewear design that started it all

I love to grill—steaks, veggies, sausages, anything. How can I bring my grill camping with me?

I'm looking for a sleeping bag for extreme cold temperatures. I'm talking Arctic. What's my best option?

A conversation with 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo winner Jonathan Davis.

Will some Hollywood-style drama (and production values) and a jingoistic focus on bygone French figures help potential viewers to get past all of this past year's drug scandals and small-minded politics?

The beefy, 500 denier material and reinforcements throughout the packs are made to stand up to the tough life of a commercial outfitter guiding in the Boundary Waters Canoe area

Ready to hit the hills? If your gear needs an update—this winter or next—consider these pieces from POC.

If there's one garment people are going to be talking about this year, it's the Encapsil. So we put a second Outside gear tester on the assignment.

Ali Carr Troxell tests Helly Hansen’s new, innovative way to keep you warm out on the slopes

Seven years after the release of the original, Gregory has re-launched the Targhee system with upgrades that include a new suspension built specifically for this pack

This new line is made specifically so you don't have to fumble around in your pack while out on a run

Of the more than 200 small bicycle manufacturers that gathered to show off their designs at the 9th annual North American Handmade Bicycle Show in Denver last week, these seven stood out

You see strange things when you head up R&D at Patagonia. Like goose down floating in illuminated tubes. You go to strange places. Like secret labs inside white-washed corporations in Austin, Texas.

What’s it like to be a woman in the male-dominated outdoor industry? Donna Carpenter, Burton’s president and co-founder, is doing something to prove that diversity in the workplace equals success.

A better way to beat the ice

The weather's been bad, and all I've been doing is sitting at home and practicing my knots. Is there an app for that?

One in three vehicles sold today is an SUV, but that doesn't mean you (necessarily) need one

Performance tires, all-season tires, snow tires: Which should you be using?

Direct impacts rarely end well. Every year, collisions with wildlife result in 1.5 million crashes, 200 deaths, and $1 billion in vehicle damage. Here are five tips to stay safe.

A stylish, go-anywhere cross-over wagon with power to spare.

Rooftop cargo carrier's have a nickname: rocket boxes.

A mobile home for modern adventurers, Bowlus’ Road Chief is your secret weapon for stylish, comfortable staycations and short- or long-term adventures you can drive to

Raising money for World Bicycle Relief

I need a pair of good-quality ski goggles to protect my eyes, but I don’t know where to start. Help me out!

Seen frequently on the freestyle circuit in the '70s, The Ski is getting an update, with 3Dimension Sidecut technology and a full-length wood core

One of the finest teams in pro cycling is partnering with Rapha Racing Ltd. for the upcoming season

A company never satisfied with the status quo has designed two new jackets that are as cozy and comfortable as some of your favorite pieces

Ali Carr Troxell visits the Actun Tunichil Muknal cave, a noted Maya archeological site. Read about her trip here and then check out her list of 10 must-have pieces of gear for a perfect Belizean expedition.

Will a pilot program meant to find a second life for pre-owned apparel and footwear get off the ground?

I'm starting to get more serious about my training. What heart-rate monitor should I buy?

Will toe shoes help links players with their swing?

The famous racetrack was shut down to cars for an hour so Aaron Gulley and a handful of other reporters could log some laps on the new Pro 4 Comp and Pro 4 Grip tires developed by Michelin's bike division

I'm looking for a good, stable lantern to light up my campsite. What do you recommend?

Never worry about slicing that down jacket open again

Tweed is everywhere—and that's a good thing

F(n)’s Ultralight Backcountry Snowboard Backpack and Ultralight Ski Backpack are feather-light, ultra-durable, and full of features

This year marks not only the 50th anniversary of the first American ascent of Everest, but also the 25th anniversary of the first female ascent up the tallest mountain in the world. We sat down with the female summit record holder to discuss what it’s like to be a female climber in a man’s world, what her gear must-haves are, and what’s next.

Recapping last weekend's big race, which was held for the first time in its history on North American soil

How much can one person see during a day of cyclocross racing? Look through the lens of Keith Walberg as he made his way around Eva Bandman Park in Louisville, Kentucky.

My kids have convinced me to rig up a zipline on our property, but I don't know where to start. Got any ideas?

From the Lucy Perfect Booty Pants to the Helly Hansen Panorama Jacket, Outside contributing editor and The Adventuress columnist Ali Carr Troxell picks her 10 favorite pieces of women's gear from OR