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Tools for trying hard on all projects
Jessica Rogers and her team make some of our favorite trail-running gear
Do long flights right with these essentials
Kit to keep you casting all day long
Keep moving in all conditions
We caught up with Scarpa's climbing shoe category manager Heinz Mariacher to talk about what's next
At your waist, across your back—what’s old is cool again
Six trunks for transcending limits
Shades that’ll protect your eyes and turn heads
Top-notch gear for road and trail riding
Meet Robb Jankura, bike builder turned camera-gear designer
Suits for women with butts, boobs, and big-wave dreams
Comfortable, stylish gear for the road (or plane)
Superior lodgings for weekend jaunts and extended outings
Top-notch tunes need equipment to match
Look and feel good, en route and on the ground
Because dinner isn’t going to make itself
Hardware to help you maximize your workouts
Treat your skin to reef-safe protection and soothing aftercare
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
Meet Ryan Lovelace, designer at Trimcraft Surfboards
Dish it out—this stuff can take it
Tim Fish talks about gaining design inspiration from unexpected places
Shed a little light on your campsite
From prehab to rehab, make down days productive
Your sweatiest endeavors are no match for this kit
Goods to take you from morning sun salutation to bedtime savasana
Comfortable, technical, light—sleep systems for every season
Adventure palaces that rule the open road
Gear that gets better with time
Elevate your barbecue game
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
Our testers loved how playful Revel's Rascal was and how it provided confidence in any terrain
These innovative whips rode to the top of the heap
This is not the category it used to be
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
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…
From close-to-home micro-adventures to keeping electronics out of the trash, putting the planet first might be easier than you think
The retail giant wants to increase participation and diversity in the outdoors by lowering the cost barrier
These are the tools you need to get started
Cleaner air, quieter streets, more people riding—there's an opportunity here for cities and cycling advocates willing to grasp it
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
Trash-compactor sacks are the most inexpensive way to keep your gear dry
We've been married 13 years and backpacked more than 12,000 miles together. This is what we've learned.
There are hundreds of options and a wide range of prices. Here's how to narrow it down.
The countrywide TP shortages inspired us to see if we've been missing out on the ultimate camping bathroom hack
A sentimental look at the best piece of gear for hauling your child
When it's highly diluted to clear water of pathogens, it could save your life
Whether you're hauling expensive gear or sleeping out of your vehicle, you'll be happy that you took the time to add this simple upgrade
This simple piece of gear will keep you fit—and from punching holes in the walls—during quarantine
From the folks at Impact Route Setting, this video shows how they built a backyard bouldering wall