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Get your dog airborne with the Doggie BASE Rig from Caninsanity.
A Depression-era insulating material is becoming the hottest thing in outerwear
What are the best backcountry skis for tearing up East Coast powder?
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.
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
The Solarmonkey Adventurer and Solargorilla-eXtreme are both specifically designed for use in the outdoors
Behind the customization revolution that's changing the way we buy everything from candy bars to sea kayaks
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.
Helly’s Flow System turbocharged mechanical venting is anatomically body mapped not only for warming but also for cooling
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?
The American-made brand launches its watch sales with a brass-plated bike
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 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
A percentage of the purchase price of your new Scamps, a collaboration with Cascade Designs, will go toward well-building projects in Kenya
The company, founded in 1888, is bringing back, for a limited time only, the protective eyewear design that started it all
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?
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?
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
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?
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.
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.
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?
A stylish, go-anywhere cross-over wagon with power to spare.
Rooftop cargo carrier's have a nickname: rocket boxes.
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.
Raising money for World Bicycle Relief
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
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
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.
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
Will a pilot program meant to find a second life for pre-owned apparel and footwear get off the ground?
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 starting to get more serious about my training. What heart-rate monitor should I buy?
Will toe shoes help links players with their swing?
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
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?
A conversation with Dr. Stacy Sims, endurance runner, Ironman triathlete, and pro-elite road racer who has been studying the science of performance and nutrition for two decades
In an attempt to move the industry away from waterproof down, which has insulation problems, Outdoor Research's latest relies on untreated feathers sealed inside a breathable, waterproof fabric
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
A full-sized headlamp that adjusts its output automatically, a quick-fix buckle repair system, and a multitool made specifically for skiers
We cornered the founder of Burton Snowboards at Outdoor Retailer's Winter Market to talk about his company's latest developments, where he likes to ride most, and avalanche safety
Outside reviews the best gear from SIA's 2013 Snow Show, including the Giro Combyn.
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I want to go beyond normal camp food for my next trip. I'm talking cobbler, cornbread, even pizza. What should I do?
Outside reviews the best gear from SIA's 2013 Snow Show, including the Astis Mittens.
The Ghost Whisperer is built for both the alps and the urban outdoorsman.
Outside reviews the best gear from SIA's 2013 Snow Show, including the Rossignol Soul 7.
Outside reviews the best gear from SIA's 2013 Snow Show, including the Dynafit Beast.
An active-lifestyle vignette produced by the team at Outside Television.
I want to get a small portable solar panel to charge my phone. Do any of the ones on the market work, or are they more trouble than they're worth?
Tim Jarvis' bid to challenge the Antarctic in vintage wool apparel comes as the original technical fiber is experiencing a renaissance. Even today, no other textile—natural or synthetic—is as useful or trustworthy.
Pants are fine, but if your goal is waist-deep powder, a good pair of bibs like FlyLow’s Bakers ($330) are what you need.