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Get more laughs with your laps with these five strategies for having more fun on the slopes

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When these skiers crack an après-ski beer, they're surprised to learn the flavorful beers are actually non-alcoholic

How much slower does a modern long-travel bike climb? And what are the differences downhill?

I tested apparel from fifteen brands in all kinds of conditions. Here are my eight favorite pieces for autumn trail runs.

Lightweight gear isn’t just for Triple Crowners

Score some of the best prices of the year on some of our favorite gear

Tips from a used-gear professional on how to buy a solid setup

These top running poles will make your trail adventures safer, easier and more enjoyable

From binoculars to artisan robes, we put together the ultimate 62 gift ideas so you can spend less time browsing and more time getting outside with your loved ones this season

Help your loved ones brave the cold with these adventure-ready picks

Long travel days are no match for these stylish, convenient accessories

Make your loved ones’ lives easier with these cutting-edge products

Let’s all get mad about where our cables go in our pedal bikes

The CRKT Chogan Hammer makes quick work of campfire wood and tent stakes

Sponsor Content: Seirus

This winter-sport accessories brand’s innovations stem from deep ties to the outdoor community

The ultimate standalone jacket for campfire hangs, cabin lounging, and cold-weather road trips

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Brooks Laich and Chris Davenport took on an off-roading competition together, and here's how it went

The Ultra’s battery life doesn’t measure up to that of other top-end adventure watches, but it still has plenty to offer

When you gotta go, you gotta go. These make it easier no matter where you are.

These are some of the newest and most exciting bikepacking products on the market

Eben Weiss predicts what’s on the horizon for bike tech: zero compatibility, smartphone-controlled everything, and gear so complex that only a specialist will be able to fix it

Bikes today perform better than ever, but many are too sophisticated for home mechanics. What’s being lost?

The Raptor R is the ultimate expression of truck as toy, the perfect way to bookend the era of internal-combustion-engine super trucks

Studs or chains? LTs or P-metrics? Here's everything you need to know to find the perfect flexible, grippy tires—no matter the weather conditions.

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This is your chance to win a trip of a lifetime and a sweet haul of adventure-ready gear

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Meet one of the winners of the 2021 Defender Service Awards—and the rescue vehicle that helps them get the work done

The brand intends to win over prospective customers with an astonishingly wide range of sizes

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Enter for a chance to win a trip of a lifetime and a sweet haul of adventure-ready gear

A new crop of resources and products is taking the guesswork out of DIY adventure vehicles

Skechers GOrun Razor 4 impresses with a smooth, lively ride and supportive, comfortable fit—at a bargain price

Sponsor Content: Columbia

Stay warm, stay hydrated, and explore the season’s top national parks

This little electric cycle truck has great carrying capacity and plenty of zip around town

Will you want one after reading this review of the Hitchfire Ledge? Probably.

Packable, reliable, unbelievably warm, and surprisingly affordable

Columnist Eben Weiss explains how the Woom NOW cargo bike overcomes the hurdles kids face in the commute to and from the classroom

A new gear store in Santa Fe reminds me why small, locally owned retailers are still important

The brand takes a leap forward with the Domane+ SLR 9 eTap

Trek’s latest e-road bike comes gravel capable and motor-assisted up to 28 miles per hour for road speed

Huckberry is offering up to 30 percent off on some of its best sellers

Spilled beer, freezing temperatures, and post-powder-skiing sweat were no match for these garments

In March, our team of testers headed to Sun Valley, Idaho, to test out over 150 pairs of skis from every major brand in the industry

From shredding powder to climbing ice, these top packs keep your gear secure and dry

Keep your hands warm all season long. Here are the winter gloves you need to ski, hike, snowshoe, and stay outside as long as possible.

We had 28 testers check out 30+ pairs of bottoms for winter backcountry adventures. These ones rose above.

We spent all winter testing 50+ outer layers in the backcountry. These ones came out on top.

From insulated pants to no-nonsense bibs, we have the rugged bottoms you’re looking for right here

Our top picks feature flattering cuts, durable and weatherproof materials, and functional design choices (read, drop-seats that actually work)

These jackets are designed to weather any and all days at the resort

The year’s best women’s jackets are stylish and don’t mess around when it comes to weathering the cold

Six testers spent three months checking out the coolest new airbag tech to hit the market. Spoiler: it lives up to the hype.

These boots are the only ones you’ll need all winter long

This gear withstood over 10,000 vertical feet of climbing by some of the best in the sport

Having the proper equipment is the best way to stay prepared in an emergency—and to help you prevent one

These shelters will keep you warm and dry—no matter the weather

Shoes to get you moving down the trail—no matter the conditions

We found the most effective tools for getting great workouts in the comfort of your living room, basement or garage

We spent two months testing 25 tops and bottoms. These are the best.

We tested over 25 products to find the best pieces to help you brave the cold and dark more boldly this winter

We tested more than 70 items to find the most effective pieces to keep you warm and dry on the run this winter

We put in over 700 miles testing 70 pieces of running clothing. These are the best.

We put 49 pairs through their paces. These 7 came out ahead.

It’s the little, forgettable things that make the difference between a good trip and a bad one

Keep those piggies wiggling, no matter the conditions

These snow-ready indulgences will revive you after a long day on the mountain

Seven testers took 45 pairs of sunglasses out into the world. These are the ones that came out on top.

Eight kiddos (and their parents) helped us suss out the best cold-weather apparel for little ones

From cranking on airplanes in New Mexico to working construction in freezing Alaskan conditions, this apparel held up to all our hardest tasks

From herding to hammering, this rough and tumble gear is just as capable as you

It all started with a marine store in Washington and a company called Showa

We can’t guarantee you’ll ride just like Barrett Christy, but this snowboard might get you a little bit closer

Rock’n’roll-ready boots, bindings, and more

After record- and internet-breaking lift lines plagued resorts nationwide last winter, the splitboard has never looked sexier

From freestyle to freeride, these snowboards put fun first

We’ve never encountered a zero-degree puffy this light and packable