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We only have space for six pants in the print magazine, but there are plenty more worthy pairs you should know about
This year’s fastest kicks for every kind of terrain
Bring the festivities to your living room or backyard
Kit upgrades for the climb and the descent
Timeless after-ski essentials you’ll be reaching for all season long
In a lineup of touring packs, this boot bag and small daypack didn't make the cut, but they're still well worth your attention
No matter the temperature, these tops and bottoms kept us comfortable
All your exercise data, simplified
There are five wearables in our print magazine, but several more worth checking out
These haulers can handle any winter mission
Turn the parking lot into your party HQ
These bottoms will amaze you
Skimo tech meets four-buckle power
Let the rippers’ rumpus start
It’s a great truck—even with zero modifications
We combed the event for the most unique and badass builds
Wes Siler takes you inside the automaker’s newest offering
As a professional photographer, I was disappointed in GoPro’s cameras until the brand’s newest iteration
A new Fast Tracks pass at four Powdr-owned resorts—Mount Bachelor, Killington, Copper, and Snowbird—is sparking anger and conversations about elitism
As long as you aren’t weight sensitive, it’s now possible for one rig to serve all your in-bounds, sidecountry, and backcountry needs. This is that rig.
We spent three days testing more than 100 new models. This is the kit that helped us get through.
The new Tundra is not the old Tundra. It’s now a much more sophisticated, complex truck.
From campsite to nightlight, BioLite’s AlpenGlow sets the perfect vibe
Meet the companies making rad products and empowering communities
Equipped with this knowledge, you’ll be able to pick the right sleeping bag for you and, most important, stay warm
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
With so much riding to choose from, where to start? We asked some of the area’s most dedicated cyclists for their recommendations.
Our Gear Guy is getting rid of the rest of his culinary blades
Upgrade your cold-weather camping routine with a canvas tent
Is there a more universally loved month in the outdoor world?
In the never-ending battle of keeping your gear powered up in the outdoors, Wes Siler has some common sense solutions
Maintenance is easy with these eight items that won’t break the bank
The long-low-slack trend has produced bikes that handle fantastically, but versatility and fit have suffered
We asked survival experts for advice on how to use them for much more than the obvious
As always, Apple found clever ways to improve upon its camera lenses, making the latest iteration increasingly useful for outdoor adventures
Want to cook chocolate fondue, grilled cheeses, and cold-soaked meals with one device on trail? The Vargo Bot is the miracle that makes it happen.
Seven pieces of gear to upgrade any adventure rig
And it’s made in America by a new company you’ve probably never heard of
Sprays, lotions, wipes, apparel, and devices to keep mosquitoes, ticks, and flies at bay
Bryan Rogala shares his first impressions of Kuat’s new Piston Pro X bike rack. They’re very positive.
Breathable, stink-free, and softer with wear. What's not to love?
We’ve sweat in them, worn them on muddy trails, and through countless miles on pavement. Now they’re discounted.
From running blades to $16,000 handbikes, high-tech gear helped athletes shatter records in Tokyo
Wes Siler walks you through everything he’s carrying, wearing, and shooting in the mountains of southwest Montana this September
There are a ton of smart options to choose from
One of our favorite adventure travel brands will be relegated to the gilded halls of Ebay by the end of the year
It’s one of the lightest, thinnest adventure-sport watches on the market. Here’s what our editor thought.
At this distance, you have to be confident in your kit
Stock up for fall adventures with these killer deals on gear we’ve tested in the field
This bike is a big alloy coil-sprung 29er for those who don’t like big alloy coil-sprung 29ers (and also for those who do, too)
At $1,500, is the Hyperlite Mountain Gear UltaMid4 expensive? Definitely. But it’s also revolutionizing outdoor shelters.
Now is one of the best times of the year to save on camping essentials
With an innovative hipbelt and pockets (almost) everywhere I need them, this backpack is a quiver killer for multiday treks
As road frames evolve to become more capable on various surfaces, many roadies may find a sweet spot for their riding that’s short of a full-on gravel bike
Wes Siler’s detailed walk-through will help you become a more informed buyer
People are earning unprecedented amounts of money loaning out their cars on this app. Here’s how you can, too.
One should be a staple in your outdoor kit
Bryan Rogala meets up with his buddy David Silver to delve into the details of the flexible solar panel he installed on his Timberleaf Pika teardrop trailer
Give a dog a forever home by looking to the shelters and humane societies.
Sitka’s versatile new Aerolite 30 isn’t just warm when wet, it’ll help dry your other layers, too
Merino wicks moisture, dries quickly, and is comfortable against the skin. These are my favorite pieces to sweat in.
With a pair of Army SPECS and a little ingenuity, Pit Viper’s cofounders built a brand that nobody could have predicted
From light sprinkles to daylong downpours, these shells have you covered
The cost of your backpacking tent shouldn’t keep you awake at night. These double-wall, two-person shelters are all $300 or less, and will put your mind—and body—at ease with their dialed combinations of performance and price.