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These utility bikes might just be a viable option for replacing our cars (at least some of the time)
The largest promoter in road-bike racing is backing away from what may be the sport's future
All it takes is a little prep work and quality ingredients
Outside editor Emily Reed went to Walmart and bought a full camping kit to spend a night under the stars. Here's how it performed.
Here's a guarantee: if you show up to Overland Expo West, you'll of course see some incredible Jeeps and Toyota Tacomas. But the real way to take in this annual gathering in Flagstaff, Arizona, is to walk past the cliché Sprinter van build-outs and keep your eyes peeled for the trucks, vans, and other four-wheel-drive campers that are one of a kind. We spent all weekend tracking down some of these gems.
Get a doggie backpack, like Kurgo's Baxter, and your pup can lug its own gear along the trail
Step into the pricey, aspirational world of custom-built adventure rigs with Tactical Application Vehicles
I prefer to not have to choose between looks and capability
From detailed designs to brands looking to make a social impact, these are the hats you can find us in all summer
How did I ever function without Heretic's Dirty Grass wafting from my pulse points?
Move beyond the book bag with these sport-focused models…
These runners-up to the 2019 Outside Summer Buyer’s Guide will help you make perfect casts to perfect fish
Necessities? No. But will they make your weekend more fun and comfortable? Absolutely.
From backyard to backcountry, precision instruments to help you get the job done
Stuff to keep you comfortable for a day (or a month) on the trail
Stuff to keep you comfortable for a day (or a month) on the trail
Gear for next-level adventure, no matter how far afield you’ll be
There’s no painful mortgage, but a few key factors should guide your decision when shopping for a tent
Thanks to a new wave of purpose-built gear, we’re living in the golden age of drive-up camping
No vehicle is more maligned, yet no vehicle is more useful
And we love it. Here are our first impressions after wearing a dozen of the line’s pieces this month.
The 90-second spot came roughly two months after a New York Times ad taking aim at Kind and other competitors
As the gravel-bike market booms and manufacturers seek to make rides more comfortable, rigs with (just a little bit of) rear suspension are making a comeback
My first backpack trip of 2019 is this month. These are the critical and interesting items that I'm taking with me.
Build a foundation of comfort with these technical next-to-skin garments
A space-age-looking inflatable with versatility to spare leads this year’s picks
Surf-ready bikinis and one-pieces that protect and flatter
Buffs and bandanas aren’t exactly essential running gear for most people, but they’re handy workhorses that mop sweat, keep hair back, and perform a dozen other functions in a pinch
This year is a celebration of the past—each of the boats at the top of our list is a revamp of a bestseller. Some might say that looking back is a sign that the sport isn’t progressing, but we don’t agree.
Packs, cases, and other stuff that survive a good soaking
Gear so capable, the trout will practically come to you
Running shoes, technical apparel, sports equipment, oh my! These are all among the products whose price tags could be impacted negatively by the trade war with China.
Audio gear you’ll find any excuse to use
Gear so capable, the trout will practically come to you
Precision data-gathering devices to optimize your workouts
When it comes to wearables, go easy on the bells and whistles
With countless options and sky’s-the-limit pricing, a mountain bike can be an intimidating purchase. Don’t panic. Start here.
In the age of the smartphone, a timepiece that displays the hour in multiple time zones imbues a measure of worldly sophistication and sense of adventure
Learn about the different types of adventure vehicles and basic upgrades for your stock rig.
Soft, breathable, and light—ideal for running and backpacking in cool temperatures
There's no such thing as one jacket that's good for everything. But the Patagonia R1 TechFace hoody ($169) comes pretty damn close
New tweaks mean they're easier to use at work and on the trail
A blind runner finished a half marathon for the first time using only guidance from a dog thanks in large part to the Ruffwear Unifly—the biggest development in guide-dog harnesses since they were invented nine decades ago