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We’ve beat these pieces up in the field, and now they’re steeply discounted during REI’s Cyber Week sale, which lasts now through December 6.
Benchmade’s custom configurator makes ordering a custom blade faster than ever before
Looking for some thoughtful gift ideas for the adventurer in your life? Save up to 40 percent on gear and apparel at Huckberry’s Black Friday sale, now through November 27.
Check something off your wish list with these discounts on tents, apparel, lights, backpacks, accessories and more
The Native Land Territories map on Gaia GPS shows users the Indigenous land they’re on and includes information about the area's past and present
New and existing members receive an annual credit to the Outside Shop
On a whim, I decided to ride 370 miles across New York State. Here’s what I used most.
I own a men’s Fitz Roy puffy that doesn’t really fit and got damaged by hot grease during a campout. Here’s why it’s my most treasured clothing possession.
These are our favorite pieces that won’t break the bank
Your 4x4’s dashboard displays a bunch of buttons that you probably don’t know how to use. Here’s your guide.
Leatherman makes the perfect multi-tool for each type of outdoor enthusiast.
It’s finally gay to drive green
Dress in layers. Everyone’s heard this advice, but what’s the best way to do it in the real world?
There’s a perfect bottle, mug, cooler, or cookware for everyone on your list, all in one place
Millinocket, Maine, had been struggling for years following the closure of the local paper mill. Then an enterprising librarian acted on a big idea.
Bryan Rogala’s friends Ben and Sasha built a van loaded with some ingenious features that make life on the road a breeze
Bryan Rogala takes a tour of the Earth Traveler Teardrop Trailers shop in Santa Fe and takes one out for a spin
For those folks always seeking the competitive edge
The entertainer in your life will love these no-fail products
For those that like their holidays with a serving of lactic acid
Like proud (and anxious) parents, we’re watching the outdoor market grow up fast
Want to make winter even better? Follow these simple rules.
Some of the biggest brands will work together to pay for consumer battery recycling
For the past 25 years, Land Rover’s TRĕK event has tested the adventure and off-roading skills of its employees. This year, ski-racing champion Lindsey Vonn and team crashed the party.
We only have space for seven shoes in our print magazine, but there are a few others you should know about, too
Meet the innovators and activists who are making their favorite sports more accessible to plus-size adventurers
Don’t let your old stuff gather dust or go to the landfill. Put it to work doing good.
Yes, this flannel is expensive. But judging by its effect on our writers, it’s worth every penny.
What happens when you put ski racing's fiercest competitor behind the wheel of a Land Rover Defender at the company's annual TRĕK event? We found out.
Give well-loved clothes new life with this DIY sewing repair
With these nuggets of knowledge, you’ll be better equipped to enjoy your upcoming ski season
Bryan Rogala demonstrates how to add a portable propane water heater to any rig
The online gear-finding service offers all the expertise of a brick-and-mortar store without any of the awkwardness or humiliation
40-plus testers spent four months testing the latest, greatest winter gear on ski hills, backcountry routes, and trails, and in our own home gyms and backyards
This kit will get you out the door even on cold days
Only the very best makes it into print. But there are some pretty great runners-up you should know about, too.
Make like a hare in any conditions
Lids that let you push your limits
We still love these runner-up apparel pieces and accessories
There were so many good boards this year that it was hard to pick just a few for print. Here are the others our testers loved.
These vests, fleeces, shells, and puffies came up just short of print inclusion—but they’re still worth your attention
The apparel and accessories we loved for exercising at home
These shred-slippers mean business
Sleek timepieces for every kind of adventure
A kit to keep you protected in the mountains
Outer-layer technology has reached new heights
Tough, multifunctional accessories for any itinerary
A knife, rangefinder, jacket, and other pieces that are worth checking out
Threads that keep your body temp just right
Gear up to test your speed limit
Even the runner-up hikers from this year’s test are pretty great
With this gear, twice the ice is just as nice
We only have space for six pants in the print magazine, but there are plenty more worthy pairs you should know about