Gear
ArchiveBecause boot-packing takes too long
Apparel and accessories to get you through your chilliest runs
Tights and insulators to keep you warm and feeling strong
Preferably one with gobs of comfort and safety features
Burly clothes can still be comfy
Six cozy throws, from plush to practical
Wherever you find your bliss this winter, it’ll be all the better with these sunnies
Slick trousers for powder-day overachievers
An enduring classic gets boosted
If you’re determined to camp in winter, you’re going to need some sturdy gear
Kit to relax with after a big day on the mountain
Hot pockets—nuking not required (unless we’re talking about snow)
Warm, functional jackets with a strong dose of style
Gear that’s got your back, should things go sideways
Potions to stay prepped for tomorrow’s adventure
Show the other players who’s best at pulling on plastic
Six winterized options for when the lifts stop spinning
A complete revamp of a classic leads the cream of the crop from our test in Snowbird, Utah
Four sturdy stompers for deep days on the trail
Start your day off right by sliding into a pair of these staff favorites
Comfort and performance in a lightweight package
As mega-passes continue to add resorts, now is the time to ditch single-day lift tickets for good
Keep riding long after everyone else has put their bike away for the season
Give your beat-up equipment some TLC
Five decks that bring surf style to the slopes
A little prep goes a long way toward getting yourself un-screwed
The kit you need to maximize winter saddle time
Finally, gearmakers are getting that not all female athletes are a size 6—and they’re designing performance apparel to reflect that
The Ruffwear Trail Runner bowl makes hydration stops for your pup fast and easy—and it weighs less than an ounce.
The new women’s apparel we’re testing and loving right now
In founding a new team, the fallen cyclist is seeking forgiveness, which many fans may not be willing to give
Don’t get caught in a sticky situation without this bombproof bug-out bag
Bike to work, get your exercise in—and look great, too
It’s a material, not a pattern, damnit
The Koch Brothers own the company that makes Cordura and its family of durable nylon fabrics, which are ubiquitous throughout the outdoor industry
Don’t go far without one of these handy implements
Watch to get a tour of this dreamy 1957 Suburban and prepare for major car envy.
These innovative products are worth the investment
And this time around it’s even better
These favorites fit larger-busted women without squishing or bunching up
Embracing fringe season means preparing for everything
Cyclist Kenny Smith wanted to push the limits of the Devinci's AC/ eMTB, so he took it to Squamish, BC to see what it was made of.
The Texas-based cooler giant is seeking to raise $100 million in an initial public offering
Watch for an inside look at Eric Duckworth's larger-than-life overland setup.
This simple tool has become absolutely essential for anyone camping in the West
Sometimes the best campsite is a few steps out the back door
How twin brothers from Detroit are changing the food supply for the better
Ready to go backpacking but don't know where to begin? Start with buying the right pack.
Meet the woman saving Detroit’s dying trees from the landfill
As cooler temps approach, wrap yourself in one of these cozy button-ups
Smear some on and hit the trail
Thanks to a deep focus on fit and function, the women’s workwear industry is booming
They’re the best of all worlds, with the straps of a backpack, the capacity of a duffel, and the features of a suitcase
A group of researchers at Virginia Tech performed rigorous testing on 30 top bike helmets to find out which is the most protective
The Bobcat Down trail quilt is one of the lightest on the market
It’s allegedly as strong as a typical cycling lid, but it looks like a baseball cap and squishes down to the size of a water bottle
10 testers. 20 sleeping bags. 6 months. Here are the results.
A product manager from the Boulder, Colorado, brand walks us through the designs details of an upcoming tent, pack, and sleeping bag.
Because sometimes you don’t want to listen to bird sounds
Build your go-to kit with these recommendations from five professional climbers
10 percent of the revenue will go to the volunteers who rescue climbers from El Cap.
Seven approach shoes we're obsessed with
It snowed at Keystone this week. It's time to get ready.
Escapod makes a rugged off-road trailer but with high-quality amenities making it truly comfortable.
For many beginner mountain bikers, buying a bike can be a daunting task. Watch to learn the ins and outs of buying your first MTB.
From camping equipment and running shoes to apparel and accessories, we get to test it all. Here’s what’s on our editors’ desks today.
If you’re still balling up a sweatshirt to use as a pillow, you’re doing it wrong
The 45-year-old reached 183.932 miles per hour in her ride around Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats
As the minimalism trend enters a curious new phase that has clothing makers like Mac Bishop of Wool and Prince showing us how to get through a year with only a few pairs of underwear, one brave adventurer attempts to defend his gear closet
Save yourself the aches and pains
These fashion-forward picks will keep you looking fresh while transitioning to cooler temperatures
This machine isn't just the latest entry into the pantheon of strange exercise equipment. It's also the best thing to happen to mountain bike–specific training, perhaps ever.
The latest from the original action-camera maker promises unparalleled image stabilization
A cotton-alpaca wool blend gives this top the feel of your favorite everyday knit with the technical properties you need to run
This New York City–based woodworker turns exotic hardwoods into works of art
For this second-generation surfboard maker, it’s all about combining old-school methods and sustainable materials