Gear
ArchiveThe journey of a fabric enjoyed by everyone from Welsh shepherds to grunge Seattleites
The GoFastCampers Platform isn't just a rooftop tent or bed topper. It'll transform your pickup into a better truck.
The gear and the skills you need to get home safely
What's better than being wrapped in a nest of flannel?
Make the most of your Halloween, and be obscure doing it
Two Outside gear editors go head to head in a contest to see who can set up the new Oru Inlet kayak fastest
Jenny Jurek, a former Patagonia designer, knows a thing or two about how to modify gear for your little ones without spending a fortune
From now through October 23, you can save an extra 25 percent on brands like Kuhl, Marmot, Outdoor Research, and Prana. Here are our picks.
It should actually be fun
How can it be a wardrobe staple when nobody knows what it is?
Every 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
Our best stories about the woven fabric we all know and love
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 writer's hands-down favorite for wind-blown and chapped lips
Don’t let a little precipitation keep you inside
Hydro Flask's mountain bike packs are designed to keep water cold for up to four hours
Thanks to an integrated microchip, Under Armour’s new HOVR smart shoes allow you to track your stats—without carrying another device
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
What you need to treat blisters—and prevent them from happening in the first place
Rated for arctic conditions, here’s how it holds up in frigid work environs
Meet three women building, growing, and designing a better future
Polar explorer Eric Larsen shares how he’s keeping the spirit of adventure alive with his family
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…
Bring home the bacon. Or venison or turkey.
These shirts do it all—dinner, drinks, and (yes) lumberjacking
Shed a little weight from your backcountry setup
Whatever your adventure, here’s the gear to get you on your way
We ski in jeans. And skip the wardrobe change when we’re done.
Prepare for the worst and never be caught off guard
Weather’s nasty? No need to stay inside if you’ve got a pair of these.
Keep footing firm on dicey surfaces
Comfort and style as you go from lift lines to bar limes
Sending indoors can be fun. Here are our favorite tools.
Because remote, untracked snow is worth the effort
Technical pieces that breathe new life into old materials
New and revamped classics for adventurous wrists
Spry and responsive foul-weather trainers for road and trail
Train naked. Or wear a panda suit if you want—it’s your house!
You can’t spend every day chasing powder stashes
Don’t let winter cold banish you to the treadmill
You want to ride your bike. You know you do. So get out there.
Smart devices that track everything you do
Turns out performance and eco-friendliness can play nice together
Warm, durable gear for extreme adventures
State-of-the-art protection, minus that clamped-down feeling
Don’t let winter cold banish you to the treadmill
Astride any of these stout steeds, you needn’t limit yourself to snow
Soothing helpers for all your winter ailments
Swaddle yourself in light-weight, breathable warmth
Finally, a winter hauler that hits the sweet spot
Everything you need to host a hungry crew at the end of the day
Swaddle yourself in light-weight, breathable warmth
Your deductible toward security in the mountains
Time-tested classics and updated iterations
Keep hands toasty and fingers functional with these sturdy mitts
Versatility reigns as decks with inventive shapes push performance to the edge
Converting your van to a livable space doesn't have to mean shelling out $50,000
They won’t always be on their best behavior, but at least they’ll stay warm and dry
Don’t let chilly weather keep you on the couch
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
Cool capability returns with the best shades for winter
Two newcomers shake things up, while a couple of old hands succeed with clever tech
Look like a million bucks. And feel like it, too.
Sticks for every kind of shredding
Keep cozy when you’re off the slopes
Control made comfortable