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Score some serious savings on outdoor gear during Amazon’s limited-time sale, Prime Big Deal Days
I evaluated three different solutions for truck-bed storage. Here they are, ranked.
Steep and Cheap’s autumn sale is really, really good
The Google Pixel Watch 3 is the best smartwatch an Android user can buy to date, but it still has room for improvement as a workout companion
Ultramarathoner Callie Vinson shares her running journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way
Choose the wrong truck or camper awning, and you'll be looking at broken poles and vehicle damage. Choose the right one, and you'll be looking at one of these.
These five pieces got our gear columnist through a week of surviving off the bare minimum in the backcountry
This deck rides switch exceptionally, floats well, and may be the most durable split on the market today
Ditch the crowds and enjoy the pow with our testers’ favorite splitboards on the market
Social worker Jamie Holmes visits Bronco Off-Roadeo New Hampshire, rallying up Gunstock Mountain then mountain biking with Bronco Ambassador Rachel Strait
Our Dear Gear columnist breaks down the benefits—and potential downsides—of buying a super shoe
Our gear guy answers his most asked question once and for all
The Gnu Barrett board wins the Editor’s Choice award for a second time thanks to its reliable, ripping all-mountain prowess
From all-mountain rippers to powder craft, these five boards will have women riders everywhere salivating to get the 2024/2025 season started
Why High West Distillery committed $1 million to preserving the West and its inhabitants
Our testers’ favorite board, the Nitro Alternator is a capable, no-frills, cambered all-mountain crusher
Meet our snowboard test director’s go-to Japow board and a perennial favorite of our Tahoe test team
30 testers put 50 snowboards to the test during our board test week at Tahoe’s Diamond Peak and beyond. These are the cream of the crop.
With modern rigs weighed down by high-performance components, two Pinkbike editors square off about whether the industry has taken things too far
The new Messenger Plus device lets you send photos, voice messages, and much longer texts to family and rescuers
Out of the 106 products we tested, these ten picks got us most excited to get back into hunting season
Don't miss these last-season deals on Patagonia gear to refresh your cold-weather wardrobe
Detour off the Strip and into the Mojave Desert on this bucket-list adventure from EAGLERIDER and Yamaha
Innovative new features make the phone even more powerful at capturing professional photos and video
These jackets, waders, vests, boots, socks, gloves, and layers handled long days and cold nights in the winter backcountry hunting deer, ducks, turkey, and more
Shelter from the sun is essential to enjoying yourself at the beach. This beach shade is our favorite that we’ve ever tested.
The gorgeous new flagship watch makes some big promises. But is it worth the cost?
The 2,700-mile Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is long, remote, and rugged. Here’s the kit you’ll need to pull it off.
I was reluctant to succumb to #vanlife. But after two weeks in a Wayfarer Van, I might be converted for good.
I love beachcombing and snorkeling with a purpose, but I’m learning care for the beach starts with how I shop
The new iPhone 16 comes with smart camera upgrades and important new health features. We get an improved Apple Watch and AirPods. But there’s no Ultra Watch 3, unfortunately.
Why should women put up with ill-fitting, blister-causing boots? They shouldn’t. That’s why Danner spent three years perfecting Precision Fit—creating hiking, work, and lifestyle footwear designed specifically for the female foot.
Celebrate American workers while supporting American jobs and saving money
You can save big on outdoor gear this Labor Day. To get you started, we found some of the best early Labor Day deals at some of our favorite and most trusted retailers on the web.
The season is coming to an end—here’s the gear that is keeping our editors outside until the very last moments of summer warmth
We dove deep and found out everything you need to know about getting a bespoke stick before you pull the trigger
Our gear columnist refuses to wear anything but swim shorts in the warmer months. Is he just lazy, or is he on to something?
One lucky grand prize winner will receive an AutoCamp glamping adventure and three winners will score a sweet gear package
Our hands-on impressions cooking with Yeti’s new skillet, why we love it, and why it looks oh so familiar
Endless singletrack, postcard views, and tight-knit community make the PNW a trail runner’s paradise. New to the scene? Local experts share their tips and favorite gear for soaking up the magic.
The surprising intersection between adventure, art, and iconic hiking boots
Mountain bikes are constantly changing—what counts as outdated versus new-school mountain-bike geometry these days?
Why I love slip-on shoes meant for camping, and my favorites for every season
This gear will guarantee a good night’s rest every time you sleep in your vehicle
Price, style, weight, ventilation and comfort are all important considerations, but the main purpose of a helmet is to keep your head safe
Put your retired gear to good use to promote outdoor inclusivity and protect the planet
Nearly half of the surfers at the 2024 Games wore helmets. Here’s a brief history of helmets in the sport and where you can buy them now.
The Oko Living yoga rug is like a portable personal gym
The author reviews a new medical kit for pups that’s equipped with gauze, bandages, and other essentials
The gear that let us brave monsoon season in the west and heat waves in the east
These fun, functional shorts cover all my outdoor adventure needs in unique style
When a technological breakthrough gives some athletes a major advantage, how should we think about the victories, the medals, the world records?
From trail-ready supershoes to 3D-printed back panels, our annual OMA gear preview did not disappoint.
Sleeping bag liners have multiple uses for weary travelers. Here’s why you should carry one on every trip.
Overlanding enthusiast Andrew Muse shares his hacks for eating well in the backcountry
A former backcountry caretaker with the Green Mountain Club breaks down her favorite regimen for keeping her skin clear in the wilderness
This active city has the routes, events, and resources to keep runners coming back for more
Two product testers square off on whether the politics surrounding outdoor equipment and apparel should guide consumers
A veteran Tacoma driver’s hard-earned tips to help you stay organized, reduce stress, and maximize your time outside
The SaunaBox doesn’t look as cute as the cedar barrel saunas on Instagram, but it does its job just as well
From now until 11:59 pm PST on July 17, you can score some amazing deals on outdoor gear during Amazon’s biggest sale event of the year, Prime Day
The latest iteration of the brand’s Regulator wetsuits proves that sustainability doesn’t have to come at the cost of performance
These women-founded maternity activewear brands make it easier to stay active during pregnancy
Amazon Prime Day is just around the corner—here are some of our favorite early deals on gear before the real thing
Insider tips to make sure you get the right camera to capture your adventures
We’ve been on a quest to find innovative gear that will make your daily run that much better
Decked’s new drawer system is like performance-enhancing drugs for organization
My family and I took six different sun protection hoodies to the Costa Rican jungle. Here’s how they shook out.
Watch your favorite films under the stars with an outdoor projector set up
Don't think you like sleeping in hammocks? You might like these lay-flat versions.
Celebrate America, get that cooler (and tent, and jacket) you’ve always wanted
Slippery granite rock and snowed-in trails were no match for the gear we used this June
Follow Kira West through her daily life spent training and building community as a running coach in Chicago
Eight testers worked out in 42 tops and 33 shorts for more than 300 hours. These picks came out on top.
The cooling power of KT Tape Pro Ice provided unexpected pain relief
Our gear columnist was never a fan of wind jackets until he tried this one
These jerseys, pants, and shorts got us through rain, sunshine, wind, and everything in between
Nine testers sweated in more than 50 summer workout shirts, shorts, hats, and accessories. These six came out on top.