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Celebrate American workers while supporting American jobs and saving money

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Some of our favorite pieces of outdoor gear are on sale right now at REI

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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

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We dove deep and found out everything you need to know about getting a bespoke stick before you pull the trigger

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Our gear columnist refuses to wear anything but swim shorts in the warmer months. Is he just lazy, or is he on to something?

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Sponsor Content: White Claw

One lucky grand prize winner will receive an AutoCamp glamping adventure and three winners will score a sweet gear package

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Our hands-on impressions cooking with Yeti’s new skillet, why we love it, and why it looks oh so familiar

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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.

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Sponsor Content: KEEN

The surprising intersection between adventure, art, and iconic hiking boots

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Mountain bikes are constantly changing—what counts as outdated versus new-school mountain-bike geometry these days?

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Sponsor Content: Isopure

Stay healthy and energized with whey protein

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Why I love slip-on shoes meant for camping, and my favorites for every season

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This gear will guarantee a good night’s rest every time you sleep in your vehicle

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Price, style, weight, ventilation and comfort are all important considerations, but the main purpose of a helmet is to keep your head safe

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Put your retired gear to good use to promote outdoor inclusivity and protect the planet

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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.

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Hint: they ain’t cheap

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The Oko Living yoga rug is like a portable personal gym

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The author reviews a new medical kit for pups that’s equipped with gauze, bandages, and other essentials

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The gear that let us brave monsoon season in the west and heat waves in the east

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These fun, functional shorts cover all my outdoor adventure needs in unique style

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When a technological breakthrough gives some athletes a major advantage, how should we think about the victories, the medals, the world records?

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From trail-ready supershoes to 3D-printed back panels, our annual OMA gear preview did not disappoint.

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Sleeping bag liners have multiple uses for weary travelers. Here’s why you should carry one on every trip.

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Sponsor Content: Hankook Tires

Overlanding enthusiast Andrew Muse shares his hacks for eating well in the backcountry

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A former backcountry caretaker with the Green Mountain Club breaks down her favorite regimen for keeping her skin clear in the wilderness

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Sponsor Content: New Balance

This active city has the routes, events, and resources to keep runners coming back for more

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Two product testers square off on whether the politics surrounding outdoor equipment and apparel should guide consumers

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Sponsor Content: Toyota

A veteran Tacoma driver’s hard-earned tips to help you stay organized, reduce stress, and maximize your time outside

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The SaunaBox doesn’t look as cute as the cedar barrel saunas on Instagram, but it does its job just as well

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My favorite two-piece swimsuits designed for active women of any age

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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

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The latest iteration of the brand’s Regulator wetsuits proves that sustainability doesn’t have to come at the cost of performance

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These women-founded maternity activewear brands make it easier to stay active during pregnancy

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Amazon Prime Day is just around the corner—here are some of our favorite early deals on gear before the real thing

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Insider tips to make sure you get the right camera to capture your adventures

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We’ve been on a quest to find innovative gear that will make your daily run that much better

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Decked’s new drawer system is like performance-enhancing drugs for organization

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My family and I took six different sun protection hoodies to the Costa Rican jungle. Here’s how they shook out.

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Watch your favorite films under the stars with an outdoor projector set up

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Don't think you like sleeping in hammocks? You might like these lay-flat versions.

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Celebrate America, get that cooler (and tent, and jacket) you’ve always wanted

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Slippery granite rock and snowed-in trails were no match for the gear we used this June

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Sponsor Content: New Balance

Follow Kira West through her daily life spent training and building community as a running coach in Chicago

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Eight testers worked out in 42 tops and 33 shorts for more than 300 hours. These picks came out on top.

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The cooling power of KT Tape Pro Ice provided unexpected pain relief

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Our gear columnist was never a fan of wind jackets until he tried this one

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These jerseys, pants, and shorts got us through rain, sunshine, wind, and everything in between

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Nine testers sweated in more than 50 summer workout shirts, shorts, hats, and accessories. These six came out on top.

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Sony’s new A7CII is a full-frame powerhouse in a small package

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Here’s how to try to recover your stolen bike, or at least recoup the financial loss

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I got my Dovetail overalls for volunteer work at a goat farm. They are so comfortable and protective, they inspire me to do all sorts of labor.

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Your pup only asks for your love (and maybe a few treats). But that doesn’t mean they don’t deserve to be spoiled.

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After testing nine different methods of sharpening a knife, our columnist lays out the pros and cons of each tool

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Sponsor Content: XTRATUF

With roots in the commercial fishing industry, XTRATUF’s hard-wearing sandals offer comfort and breathability both on and off the boat

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Anyone who drives off-road needs to let air out of their tires, and this unit makes airing back up quick and painless

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Maximize family time outdoors with these smart kid picks

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These are the smart innovations we drooled over at the annual overland gathering

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We tested 21 boards and road countless breaks to bring you our top six picks

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Our favorite boats for flatwater to Class V rapids

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Springtime corn ski sessions and hikes in the Rockies were just a few of the adventures we went on. This is the gear we used to get out there.

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Sponsor Content: Explore Asheville

Enter by July 15 for a chance to win a collection of adventure-ready equipment

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We tested dozens of paddleboards. These five favorites stood out from the crowd.

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Even though I don’t drive a Tacoma, that doesn’t mean I don’t deserve the sweetest new gear for my F-150

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We tested 18 different bikes to bring you the best road and gravel e-bikes of 2024

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This equipment demonstrated best-in-class performance to earn our coveted Editors' Choice award.

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You have until the end of the day on Memorial Day to pick up some sweet steals from REI

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Hiking shoes, tents, swimwear, and more to help you kick off summer in style

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The wilderness outside of Asheville, North Carolina, was the ultimate proving ground for our gear this year

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Six camping blankets that provide comfort and versatile warmth

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We surfed, ran, and swam our hearts out in 18 different styles. These were our favorites.

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Sponsor Content: Toyota

Explore the 2024 Toyota Tacoma with three original video programs headlined by Ultimate Mountain Athlete, a new 5-part series capturing a multi-sport competition

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The year’s top gear for outdoor adventures, reviewed here

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From sweat-wicking shorts to a minimalist shell, here are our favorite products to hit the trails this summer

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We biked long and hard on 17 different electric commuter bikes to find out which four are truly the best.

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After testing 21 bike shoes, we hand-picked these road, gravel, and mountain-bike shoes

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Sponsor Content: Lexus

Ready for a new perspective on exceptional outdoor opportunities? Target these seven hot spots that adventurous drivers across the country can live up to.

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A motorbike can make getting to the trailhead cheaper, faster, and a lot more fun

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Plush, with surprising pep, the updated Nike Vomero is our new go-to training shoe

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Is a 4x4 van as capable as a pickup for exploits off the beaten path? Our experts weigh in.

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