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The Salt Lake City–based gear company is laying off 70 employees as it shifts its domestic factory to an assembly-only plant
Versatility that plays nice in small spaces
Work the system, get to know your local outdoor-sports store, and take advantage of steeply discounted gear
Wes Siler learns how to take better photos of wildlife without approaching too closely
Trading spoons for cams, one set of newlyweds now has everything it needs to explore together
One company thinks it can solve the global algae crisis by making sneakers from sludge
Everything you need to know to sleep comfortably when it's cold out
“What to Bring” showcases how too much or too little gear could ruin a day out on the water
Are you going to paddle in to shore, find a bathroom, strip down to your ankles, use the toilet, suit back up, and risk missing waves?
Amphibious features make this shoe a no-brainer for warm-weather adventures
The answer isn't just throwing everything in your backpack all at once. Here's the right way to pack for a long haul in the wilderness.
A pen should be a part of your everyday carry kit. Here are six we love.
You've heard of Ineos’s Egan Bernal, a possible Tour winner, but don't miss these other fantastic talents—both men and women
Timepiece connoisseurs disdain these battery-powered tools, but that doesn't mean you should
This discontinued model is still reliable decades later
Dometic's PLB40 battery system isn't cheap, but it's the simplest and best battery our auto contributor has ever tested. Here's why.
Together, Outside and Cairn have expertly curated three limited-release collections for travel, fitness, and water pursuits
Wes meets up with an expert from Sitka to discuss getting dry in the outdoors
This shoe is a multisport machine, tackling technical approaches, long hikes, and overnight backpacking trips
The biggest sale of the year is happening now through July 16 on Amazon
Bryan Rogala introduces us to the world of buying and importing a 25-year-old adventure rig
Women cyclists who train long hours on a bike often experience damage to their genitalia. But Specialized's new Mimic saddles could solve the problem.
The online store will award $500 to three finalists between the ages of 13 and 23—a total of 12 over the next year
Together, Outside and Cairn have expertly curated three limited-release gear boxes, for travel, fitness, and water pursuits
Blair hates to be cold. She also hates to be hot. But our grouchiest gear reviewer doesn't hate these clothes.
This revived classic is perfectly suited to city life
Together, Outside and Cairn have expertly curated three limited-release collections for travel, fitness, and water pursuits.
Evidence is mounting that designing cities with bikes in mind has a profound effect on everyone—not just cyclists
Smart features make this a reliable line for the crag and the gym
The retailer will once again carry Camelbak, Giro, Bell, and others, after news that their parent company sold off a semi-automatic rifle maker
Some even have a bit of style to boot…
Need to carry a bike, board, or just some firewood? Here's how.
Adventure Vehicles 101 explores the orange Affuerda Vida bus
These nine essentials make camp life easier, all under $100
Why drive a car when you can saddle up on one of these?
Six pairs that perform above their pay grade…
The company's founder says the key to brick-and-mortar success in the age of Amazon is creating community
A reformed raft guide writes a breakup letter to his favorite piece of gear as he upgrades to a (real) mattress
Wes Siler goes through the basics of off-roading in his Toyota 4Runner
Stasher's Reusable Silicone Sandwich Bag should replace your supply of Ziplocs
I tested the Gazelle Medeo electric cruiser to see how many gallons of gas it saved me on my daily commute
We picked the ORCA Liddup cooler as an essential piece of road-trip gear in our 2019 Summer Buyer's Guide
From the overbuilt to the überlight, these are great seats for taking a load off at the end of the day…
6 pieces of good-looking men's apparel and gear to help you travel smart
We focused on comfort, stretch, and how well they fought off sweat and stink
If you want extreme luxury while car camping, GCI's FirePit Rocker is just the seat in which to rest your rear
In this episode of Gear Busters, producer Emily Reed pits the Igloo Recool Compostable cooler against a traditional Styrofoam one
Utah State University's first Outdoor Product Design and Development class created their own versions of everything from waders to bike pedals
The Clean Cruiser Project's goal is to drive to Panama in a 1982 BJ42 Land Cruiser that runs on biodiesel
The Japanese company comes after rival SRAM with its latest group set
Stay comfortable on the trail, whether you're out for two days or ten
Spending just $25 and 15 minutes nets you something stronger and more comfortable than anything you could ever buy
You can't put a price on the peace of mind that comes with good gear organization
Everyone's quick to tell you all the reasons to go lighter. Allow me to explain why they're wrong.
You want something that's powerful enough to keep you and your gear clean
At the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market last week, these five products costing less than $50 caught our eye with their affordable capability
I've spent almost two months testing this tough midweight load hauler. Here are my impressions.
Get your liquids on the go, without breaking the bank…
Larry Burke wins a lifetime achievement award at Outdoor Retailer
After riding 50 of the newest models, we have some thoughts
Outside’s founder, Larry Burke, has won a Lifetime Achievement Award
Real-world experience in the hands of an expert who drives the Ranger off-road every single day
Furthering its commitment to sustainability, the premium gear brand will now buy back used items—and resell them at steep discounts
A jacket, a daypack, a water bottle, and some seat-back storage that we couldn't be more excited to test out
In part two of Bryan Rogala's recon mission to Overland Expo West, he gets more ideas from innovative rigs
New two-person sleep systems are lighter, plusher, and more affordable
We sat through the 20-minute molding process, then took them out on dirt to see how they performed
Products we love, from camping utensils to a revamped Patagonia cap, all costing less than 50 bucks
Including an easy-to-set-up tent, an ultralight camp chair, and a sleeping bag made almost completely from recycled materials
Welcome to a gearhead's paradise: Demo Day at the 2019 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market
From ice cream to carnival rides, there’ve been new surprises at every turn