Gear
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Every year, Outside dedicates two whole magazines to gear. Here's what goes on behind the scenes.
Just say no to chalky bars and gritty shakes
Kicks to keep feet fresh no matter what your mileage
Shed a little light on your campsite
From prehab to rehab, make down days productive
John Cordoba thinks the future of bikes—and bike racing—includes e-bikes
Goods to take you from morning sun salutation to bedtime savasana
All-weather gear for every kind of summer running
Gear that gets better with time
Gear to make landing lunkers easy, no shooting required
Gear so light and comfortable, you’ll PR on your morning jog
Elevate your barbecue game
Kit to keep you casting all day long
Logging miles in brutal conditions? Be sure and replace what you sweat out.
Top-notch gear for road and trail riding
Six trunks for transcending limits
Adventure palaces that rule the open road
Jessica Rogers and her team make some of our favorite trail-running gear
Essentials for fledgling adventurers
Suits for women with butts, boobs, and big-wave dreams
Versatile bags to withstand your wildest journeys
Keep moving in all conditions
Superior lodgings for weekend jaunts and extended outings
Tools for capturing high-energy pursuits
Treat your skin to reef-safe protection and soothing aftercare
Shades that’ll protect your eyes and turn heads
Because dinner isn’t going to make itself
Everything you need to get the shot
Meet Ryan Lovelace, designer at Trimcraft Surfboards
Comfortable, stylish gear for the road (or plane)
Look and feel good, en route and on the ground
Tools for trying hard on all projects
Tim Fish talks about gaining design inspiration from unexpected places
Do long flights right with these essentials
We caught up with Scarpa's climbing shoe category manager Heinz Mariacher to talk about what's next
This is not the category it used to be
What we learned from riding the best bikes of the year
Yes, it involves nonstop time in the saddle, lots of beer, and plenty of technical jargon
These innovative whips rode to the top of the heap
Our testers loved how playful Revel's Rascal was and how it provided confidence in any terrain
Through May 25, save 25 percent or more during REI’s biggest sale of the year. Here are our favorite under-$50 steals.
Patagonia's Nano-Air line works for almost any adventure, thanks to its rare combination of durability, stretch, and breathability
From close-to-home micro-adventures to keeping electronics out of the trash, putting the planet first might be easier than you think
Four pads, one year, one conclusive winner
Score the best running apparel and equipment we’ve reviewed at REI’s biggest sale of the year…
Save up to 50 percent on gear from brands like Black Diamond, Mountain Hardwear, and Patagonia at Backcountry’s Memorial Day Sale, now through May 25…
Our favorite, Buyer’s Guide–worthy gear is steeply discounted at REI’s biggest sale of the year, now through May 25…
The retail giant wants to increase participation and diversity in the outdoors by lowering the cost barrier
Cleaner air, quieter streets, more people riding—there's an opportunity here for cities and cycling advocates willing to grasp it
These are the tools you need to get started
The internet is full of gizmos to help your body bounce back from training. These stand out.
Our team of six testers covered over 1,000 miles to determine the best hydration packs
Sitka makes top-quality products for time outside, regardless of your preferred activity
Seriously. They work for everything from backyard BBQs to all-day gravel rides.
The new men's Saxx Kinetic HD Briefs got a serious upgrade from the previous model—and they're way better for high-output activities
In this video, Bryan Rogala shows us a few simple projects that will improve any adventure rig, no matter what you drive
The Extreme Off-Road Deluxe Camper from Hiker Trailer packs a ton of features into a surprisingly wallet-friendly package