Gear
ArchiveEvery guy needs at least one durable flannel shirt for layering as the mercury starts to dip. Here are our favorite flannel tops for fall and winter.
All hail the flannel
Our editorial fellow tries to spread the stoke for #OutsideFlannelWeek
One tee to rule the trail—and to wear to the bar
Smartwool's new Intraknit range breathes as well as it insulates, thanks to a green new manufacturing technology
We're itching for the snow—and we're stoked about this collection
Forget the hatchet—the Buck Compadre Froe has your camp wood-processing needs covered
Warm layers for cool fall nights, mugs for (spiked) cider, comfy shoes for tired feet, and lights for navigating the neighborhood. Stay cozy with these items while the kids collect their candy this Halloween.
Our best stories about the woven fabric we all know and love
Our writer's hands-down favorite for wind-blown and chapped lips
Achieving the highest sustainability certification is a huge step in the right direction, but the New Zealand-based brand's larger goal is to help create a more ethical and inclusive global economy
Don’t let a little precipitation keep you inside
Thanks to an integrated microchip, Under Armour’s new HOVR smart shoes allow you to track your stats—without carrying another device
Hydro Flask's mountain bike packs are designed to keep water cold for up to four hours
Rated for arctic conditions, here’s how it holds up in frigid work environs
Polar explorer Eric Larsen shares how he’s keeping the spirit of adventure alive with his family
What you need to treat blisters—and prevent them from happening in the first place
Meet three women building, growing, and designing a better future
The ski manufacturer is extending protection for pin bindings starting this winter
From now until 10/14, REI’s end of season clearance sale has deals on some of our favorite gear…
Soothing helpers for all your winter ailments
Comfort and style as you go from lift lines to bar limes
Everything you need to host a hungry crew at the end of the day
New and revamped classics for adventurous wrists
You can’t spend every day chasing powder stashes
Converting your van to a livable space doesn't have to mean shelling out $50,000
State-of-the-art protection, minus that clamped-down feeling
Turns out performance and eco-friendliness can play nice together
Finally, a winter hauler that hits the sweet spot
Weather’s nasty? No need to stay inside if you’ve got a pair of these.
Spry and responsive foul-weather trainers for road and trail
Swaddle yourself in light-weight, breathable warmth
Your deductible toward security in the mountains
Don’t let winter cold banish you to the treadmill
Swaddle yourself in light-weight, breathable warmth
Time-tested classics and updated iterations
Don’t let winter cold banish you to the treadmill
You want to ride your bike. You know you do. So get out there.
Warm, durable gear for extreme adventures
Versatility reigns as decks with inventive shapes push performance to the edge
Astride any of these stout steeds, you needn’t limit yourself to snow
Keep hands toasty and fingers functional with these sturdy mitts
They won’t always be on their best behavior, but at least they’ll stay warm and dry
Mission-critical kit for cars, trucks, and the garage
Don’t let chilly weather keep you on the couch
The season’s top performers from our ski test in Steamboat, Colorado, do everything you want them to, no matter what the conditions
Prepare for the worst and never be caught off guard
Bring home the bacon. Or venison or turkey.
Don’t let chilly weather keep you on the couch
Two newcomers shake things up, while a couple of old hands succeed with clever tech
Whatever your adventure, here’s the gear to get you on your way
Cool capability returns with the best shades for winter
Sticks for every kind of shredding
Keep footing firm on dicey surfaces
Look like a million bucks. And feel like it, too.
Sending indoors can be fun. Here are our favorite tools.
Control made comfortable
Technical pieces that breathe new life into old materials
Keep cozy when you’re off the slopes
Shed a little weight from your backcountry setup
Train naked. Or wear a panda suit if you want—it’s your house!
These shirts do it all—dinner, drinks, and (yes) lumberjacking
Smart devices that track everything you do
We ski in jeans. And skip the wardrobe change when we’re done.
Because remote, untracked snow is worth the effort
The Stockton Rain Jacket is the culmination of 30 years of the New Zealand–based gear company putting sustainability first
Outside biking experts Aaron Gulley and Jen Judge run through the features of their favorite, most versatile bike rack.
Rejoice, dudes. We can finally wear tops that aren't t-shirts
Brace yourselves. Winter is coming, and you’ll need the right gear when the snow hits the ski hill. Thankfully, the folks at Backcountry have us covered with their Winter Clearance Sale, now through 10/9.
An already excellent shoe gets an upgrade
Do you even tailgate, bro?
With its impressive new 29er, one brand is increasing its commitment to women's rides
We're living in a new era of sun protection
Bike technology has gotten really, really good. So how do you pick your next bike in an age of overwhelming choice?
The new Maven S.2 isn't much heavier than a pair of binoculars so you can take more magnification into the backcountry