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Shoulder the load and make miles with these trail-ready rucksacks
These hikers will help you carry your load and stay comfortable and secure, no matter the terrain
One month and 26,000 votes after kicking off our favored footwear tournament, we have a victor
For most of their history, running shoes have been marketed and sold for their ability to reduce injury. That has changed.
341 products, 150-plus testers, and thousands of hours outdoors—this is your ultimate gear resource
Carv’s digital coaching software uses insoles with pressure sensors to give you real-time feedback. But can it really help first-timers improve?
Despite decades of advanced-level experience, I was surprised at how much I learned from Carv’s digital ski coach
We’ve come a long way from the chlorine troughs of yesteryear
Outdoor tools and tech have come a long way since the days when alpinists wore straw hats
What to buy and what to avoid if you don’t want to pay the insane markups on new and used cars this summer
Surf companies have been ignoring compelling research that could make wetsuits warmer and easier to paddle in. Two scientists are making sure someone listens.
Six contenders have fallen from the mix. It all comes down to this. Your vote decides the outcome.
Off-the-grid is great, but some endeavors call for staying connected
We’ll include our favorite submissions in an Outside Instagram post
Chaco and Teva storm into the second round, while an upset shocks the Crocs camp
Apparel makers are using exotic materials in the search for planet-friendly fibers, but the products and processes may not be as green as you think
Replacing your lawn with synthetic grass reduces maintenance, eliminates mud, and can make cleaning up after your dogs a breeze
And how it will affect us all
After finishing the Appalachian Trail, I experienced severe pain in my lower right leg. Little did I know, toe socks and spacers would be my saving grace.
Watch as the Moon family sets out on a camping adventure in the all-new Toyota Tundra
No, you can’t toss the Essential in your curbside bin. But 75 percent of it can be broken down at the brand’s factory.
They’re almost never waterproof, and not as warm as other jackets. Why bother?
It’s time to settle a longstanding debate once and for all. Which sandal will be crowned king?
They’re essentially adventure flip-flops and therefore superior to every other sandal
This simple sandal has everything you need and nothing you don’t
Eight fan favorites. Three head-to-head rounds. Only one winner.
When you’re covering 145 miles through the Alps, every gram counts
The apparel, equipment, and gear that Outside staffers and contributors are gifting to Mom
A recent climate commitment pledge among leading cycling brands conjured an unexpected feeling in our Bike Snob columnist—empathy
Score sunglasses, fire pits, water bottles, and more at a discount until midnight tonight
Our sibling titles Pinkbike and Beta teamed up for a value-oriented field test in Tucson, Arizona. Here are the results.
Next to having a little time to themselves, these are their top wish-list items
Spring comes in like a lion. This gear will help.
Hit the road prepared for anything, without sacrificing cargo space
We caught up with the riders of the most unique bikes at the annual two-wheeled pilgrimage in Monterey, California
The company’s first try took forever to release and wasn’t perfect. Will the new system live up to the hype?
We took the world’s first electric super truck off-roading to find out what it could do
The Makita 18V LXT lithium-ion cordless inflator makes traditional pumps a thing of the past
The best gear for staying comfortable and climbing on North America’s tallest mountain
The best dirt, gravel, and pavement at the gateway to Glacier National Park
Montana-based Peak Ski Company introduces a new line of direct-to-consumer products featuring newly developed technology
Backpacking when the weather forecast is anything but optimal can be intimidating, but with some modifications to your kit, you can turn it into an enjoyable four-season activity
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Get ready to cover more ground, more quickly
When life started feeling a little stale for writer Graham Averill, he went out in search of a new hobby. He found it in his Toyoya 4Runner, which he’s been converting into his very own adventure vehicle.
Don’t assume a noise deterrent will save you from a run-in with a wild animal. Do your homework before you head out into the wilderness.
Because they’ve saved me more than a few times—and they can do the same for you
Starlink promises to bring high-speed internet to rural and remote areas currently underserved by wired internet. Naturally, we had to test it.
Matej Mohoric used a dropper seatpost to win Italy’s Milano-Sanremo road race, and then declared that the traditional mountain-bike component is “the future of cycling.” Here’s why that matters for you.
Choosing the right puffy is challenging. We’re here to help.
Enjoy riding frozen waves more than ever with these items
The narrowest ski in the new Fischer Ranger series represents an entirely new direction for the brand
Hint: It depends on where you ski, what you ski, and how you ski. Outside associate gear editor Kelly Klein breaks it down.
This trail shoe was designed to provide comfort, stability, weather protection, and speed no matter what terrain you’re tackling
The Pando 2.0 is cleverly designed, well-insulated, and comes with not one, but two refrigerators. Just in case.
Despite public pressure to stay out of Utah, the outdoor industry’s largest trade show will leave Denver and relocate to its former home in Salt Lake City in 2023
Our first impressions put it right up there with the best offerings from this beloved purveyor of cushy runners
Wisdom gained by trying, and sometimes failing, to stay comfortable outdoors
The responsible traveler’s guide to connecting with Southern California’s mountains on a deeper level
Heading out on your first overnight? Use this handy list as your guide to packing for a three-season backpacking trip.
These alternatives are great options for an active, and possibly careless, lifestyle
The problem with current off-road EVs is that they’re anything but practical. So we dreamed up one that is.
Should you leave your store unattended? One daring outdoor clothing brand says the practice has boosted trust—and sales.
The average woman in the U.S. is a size 16. Here are five gear companies that are actually making clothes for her.
But is it worth the $700 price tag?
A look back at the inspiring history of one of the nation’s most iconic independent gear shops on the eve of its 50th anniversary
Gear has changed a lot in the last few decades. A new era is dawning.
These three pairs of size-inclusive hiking pants stood up to all sorts of outdoorsing
The iconic footwear’s contoured footbed is finally fit for any outdoor pursuit