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From octopus-inspired soles to GEL cushioning, ASICS’s story has been fueled by innovation and commitment to continuous improvement

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From a universally loved and trusted multitool to a spoil-me heirloom knife, here are some agreed-upon must-haves and most-wanted gear items for survivalists like me

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From new rigs to designer hiking boots, these premium pieces of gear are at the top of our wish lists

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Members unlock up to 30 percent off full-price items, including editor favorites from The North Face, Patagonia, Helly Hansen, and more

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Pro tip: Older models aren't obsolete—and they're up to 47 percent off

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Of the 27 insulated jackets we tested last winter, we couldn’t get enough of these nine (and they're up to 25 percent off right now)

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Save on editor-loved and backcountry-tested gear, from ultralight tents and sleeping bags to fleece bag liners, camp cookware, and more

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After testing the Therabody JetBoots Pro Plus for more than a year, I discovered a surprising benefit

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Ditch the resort crowds and enjoy the pow with our testers’ favorite splitboards

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The sales keep coming, so we've curated an exhaustive list of the ones actually worth shopping

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Sponsor Content: Berghaus

How Berghaus outerwear bridges pop culture relevance with rich mountaineering heritage

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For skiers who want something truly unique, these limited-edition drops deliver art, performance, and serious bragging rights

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Our most-hyped, most-recommended gear of the year

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An often overlooked gem of the Sierra and a renowned freeride hub, Kirkwood’s low-key vibes and high-octane terrain make it a bucket list destination

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We round up some of our favorite elevated gear to gift this season, from a stylish foraging apron to bamboo ski poles that look as good at home as they do on the mountain

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A seasoned tailgater shares the five pieces of gear that elevate every parking-lot party—even in the dead of winter

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Our pocket-obsessed runner gives this on-sale sports bra her seal of approval

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Sponsor Content: Hankook Tires

Here are the must-haves that Aaron Mulkey discovered at the 2025 Overland Expo PNW event in Redmond, Oregon

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Gifts for the person who doesn’t go on an adventure without the latest tech in tow

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Sponsor Content: Therabody

Boost your warm-up and recovery with the most comprehensive therapeutic tool on the market

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Just in time for holiday shopping, Yeti is quietly dropping prices on its popular travel mugs, gift bundles, and more

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Sponsor Content: Hypershell

Hypershell exoskeletons bring the future of movement—farther, stronger, smarter—to the holiday season

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Tested across continents and conditions, these award-winning products deliver ultimate performance on the slopes, trails, and in the backcountry

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Sponsor Content: Backcountry

Meet the cozy, breathable midlayer designed to do everything

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Gym rats, endorphin chasers, run club members—we've got something for everyone

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Jeep’s first fully electric Trail Rated SUV delivers instant torque, serious clearance, and old-school open-air fun—without a single drop of gas

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Our favorite gifts to give to the person who is always planning the next adventure

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Six years in Glerups and I’m still wearing them everywhere but the shower

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Sponsor Content: Cabela's

Have a mix of casual and more hardcore people on your list? Cabela’s has you covered

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Sponsor Content: Bass Pro Shops

We reeled in the best gifts from Bass Pro Shops for the angler in your life, from rods to reels and everything in between

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Sponsor Content: Backcounty

Our top 10 giftable gear picks, selected from the outdoor retailer’s seasonal lists across categories

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Everything the travel-ready gear lover needs for their kit, curated by our expert editors

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How to plan, pack, and prep so that your gear has a smooth flight

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And why it may be worth splurging on this season

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Check out our favorite new releases and noteworthy drops from the outdoor world

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Save big on the Völkl Mantra 88, Helly Hansen and Patagonia apparel, and Smith helmets and goggles

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From cozy fleece to high-output layers, these picks will keep you warm through every fall mood swing

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Sponsor Content: Kuiu

From the backcountry to the trailhead, Kuiu offers technical gear for any outdoor adventure

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Sponsor Content: Leatherman

Give a well-tooled gift to the hardworking, hard-playing type

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Save up to 30 percent during REI's huge Holiday Sale and wrap up your shopping before Black Friday even gets here

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I tested everything—from hands-free photo capture to Garmin syncing—to see if these performance sunglasses can actually make life easier

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Your first layer can be the difference between a standout day in the elements and a mediocre one

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We worked with the experts at SKI and Masterfit to find the best ski boots for every skier, from frontside cruisers to backcountry adventurers

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This outdoor gear lets you use your shopping power to do good while gifting

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From a voice-activated lantern to a camp chair that rivals your living room recliner, spring gear releases have us counting down to a new year of adventure

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These versatile trainers can handle everything from speed work to recovery jogs, on road, track, and trail

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Five outer layers for men and women that won’t drain your savings

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The Venu X1 brings Apple Watch polish to the Garmin ecosystem—but sacrifices some of the adventure spirit along the way

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An exercise physiologist and a running shoe exec explain who should—and who shouldn’t—step up

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The minimalist toe shoes may have long gone out of style, but they give me something no other running shoe can

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The Outside Lab explains why toothier lugs aren't necessarily better when shopping for hiking shoes

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The gear is plentiful. The organization less so. Get a glimpse inside an editor's garage gear loft.

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Whether you spell it shammy or chamois, this towel is an icon

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We tested over 25 different styles to find the warmest, comfiest, most capable boots to get you through the winter

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The meticulous—and unsurprisingly fun—process of testing the best snowboards of the year

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Sponsor Content: Hankook

Expert advice on where to launch your next off-road touring adventure

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Plunge is offering up some of the biggest deals on cold plunges and saunas that we've seen, with savings up to $7,500

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Merging durability with style, the denim shirt is the ideal choice for everything from cutting wood to office meetings

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Readers shopped everything from recovery slides to skis, plus a few camping items on super-sale

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From the Berlin streets to the Outside Lab in Denver, we compared real-world wear to lab-tested data

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Our testers put 59 unisex snowboards to the test. These impressed us the most.

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Of the 47 snowboards our female testers rode this spring, these nine radical rides rose to the top

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Outside Lab Gear Test Editor Adam Trenkamp explains the scientific methods behind his testing

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We round up our favorite recent releases from the outdoor world

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Our top high-output insulated jackets are the key to staying out all winter long

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We tested over 70 men's jackets and hoodies to find the warmest and most breathable options on the market

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The Arc’teryx Beta SL’s three-layer build and premium materials kept me dry during a soggy spring trip to Japan

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BOA honored their lifetime guarantee and quickly supplied new parts and instructions; I provided the labor. Here’s how it went.

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From bear canister keys to trekking pole tip protectors, these creative solutions are blowing our minds

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A six-time marathoner shares the low-budget items that drastically improved her race day

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Behind Puma’s eye-grabbing prototypes lies a calculated strategy that’s pushing running shoe design into new territory

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Sponsor Content: Visit Lake Tahoe

You can find awe all around the lake, but these activities hit different

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Our experts tested hundreds of products to pick the best skis, snowboards, winter apparel, and so much more

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This mountain bike gear, including Fox shoes, Pearl Izumi gloves, and a mountain bike-specific flannel from Cognative, will make riding more comfortable as the seasons change

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These affordable skis are built to help intermediates progress from blues squares to black diamonds

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We tested more than 25 fuzzy pullovers and jackets to find the very best for every cold-weather adventure.

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Our crew tested 60 fleeces in every winter condition they could find. The winners are warm, breathable, and downright cozy

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Strap in and find your flow with these tester-approved bindings

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We tested 42 tops and bottoms to help you find the perfect layer for skiing and other cold-weather outdoor pursuits

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