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Parent company VF will also bring Eagle Creek, Altra, and JanSport to its new Colorado headquarters
Clip it to his collar, sync it with the app, and never lose your dog again
A potent gravity-oriented machine that will make you a better biker
Watch to see editor Bryan Rogala’s guide to lowering your base weight before hitting the trail.
The consumer-friendly iteration of the bestselling S/Lab Ultra shoe is comfortable without added bulk
With waxed cotton fabric and no external pockets, these bags are a far cry from Osprey’s traditional fare
Well, not every adventure, but certainly some
We asked a group of professional athletes about the oldest pieces of gear they still use every day
Plastic joint casings from certain production batches could break, causing the chair (and user) to fall
Wreckoning LB features mountain biker Kyle Nortbraten shredding on Evil’s latest addition to their inventory.
Sporty shades that boost clarity and fun
During that time of the month, this pack keeps everything clean, organized, and in one place
Decathlon, one of the biggest names in Euro sporting goods, wants to make riding more affordable with its exceedingly budget-friendly products
From Advil Liqui-Gels to essential footwear—these are our daily must-haves
As biking (and racing) on unpaved roads explodes in popularity, gear has changed in a way that's affecting the whole cycling industry—for the better
Plastic is filling up our waterways and oceans. Here are five products you can buy to help stop that.
Bright colors and a slim profile make the minimalist Maverick Wallet a hit
Thanks to a grassroots movement, it's soon going to get a lot simpler to book campsites on federal lands. But with more than two-thirds of public campgrounds controlled by the states, the work has just begun.
Jimmy Chin talks about the nuanced components of his work and how he keeps all his photos safe.
It beats the pants off duct tape in so many ways
Smith claims these sunnies can help you focus better. Do they actually work?
Slim, stylish, and affordable—this pack is a great daily carry
These tights and skirts each have one ingenious pocket big enough to stash all your essentials
Sleeping in a tent doesn’t have to mean roughing it
But be wary. Not all reef-safe sunscreens are created equal.
This long sleeve tee is perfect for any outfit and any weather
Race whips and downhill bangers are getting stabler and more capable
Take it from the people hoofing it between the Mexican and Canadian borders as we speak
A new commuter pack, waterproof adventure blanket, dog bowl, and insulated pint glasses round out Yeti's growing collection of lifestyle gear
This European gear giant is trying to disrupt the U.S. outdoor market with its $2.50 backpacks and $49 tents. But is the product any good?
Cycling brands are delivering quality rides right to your doorstep
Want to ride around the world? In 2020, you’ll be able to do that on a Hog.
Our world is more digital everyday, but humans are analog creatures
For decades, brands have been on a quest to develop ever more capable timepieces so they can capture your imagination
Here's the gear I chose for my first fly-fishing setup
The company is aiming to change the way people buy bikes
Beefed up or thinned down, flip-flops are the perfect summer shoe.
Pins in certain bindings from 2017/18 could break, posing a fall risk
What a new interview with America’s most infamous cyclist can tell us about cycling today
We can’t help but get excited about this new featherweight jacket
After years of making some of our favorite running hydration packs, Salomon is launching the Advanced Skin 8 Set
Here's gear editor Ariella Gintzler’s favorite product from the 2018 Outdoor Retailer.
Hefty canvas and denim work apparel is experiencing a resurgence. A panel of experts at Outdoor Retailer explained why.
The UberLite pad and Vesper quilt weigh just 23.8 ounces
Don’t let the StairMaster aesthetics fool you: this thing can move
This is the first innovation we’ve seen in closed-cell foam pads in nearly two decades
No need to simply toss your flips after running them into the ground
Lightweight and tasty—these five camp meals are sure to keep you full on trail
Camping at undeveloped sites can be intimidating. This kit will give you some peace of mind.
Outside's Gear Guy, Joe Jackson, hit the floors at Outdoor Retailer in search of the coolest new gear under $50.
Portraits of five powerhouses you should know about
We spent five days reporting from the floor of Denver's massive outdoor-gear trade show. Here are the top stories.
Sometimes the best gear comes in small packages—and at low prices
Next month a community initiative will present guidelines for companies on how to define, talk about, and respond to inappropriate behavior
Whether you’re backpacking or bike commuting, the Swedish gear maker has you covered
More and more companies are using recycled products to make gear. And it's great.
Brands go to great lengths to make their products stand out. Here are the five wildest examples.
Pulling back the curtain on the industry’s biggest product launches
The first-of-its-kind approach shoe returns in spring 2019
Heavy-duty and highly visible, the Nordwand Advanced HS jacket is making a splash at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market
The high-tech material has been used to build frames and components for decades, but as bikes age, catastrophic failures are leading to lawsuits
Do you really need a bag designed for women? It comes down to your height and sleeping body temperature.
Don’t let the funky shape fool you
The Zipper Gimp is a small (but important) upgrade
Essentially a three-person paddleboard base with a mesh tent upper and nylon fly, the Universe is happy on the ground, in the air, and on the water
Once again, our gear editors head to the industry's largest trade show to scope out the latest, greatest outdoor tools and toys
The 33-year-old is next in line to be CEO of the company her great grandfather founded in 1928
Outdoor Retail Summer Market 2018 is here, and the industry is abuzz about new gear. We hit up Confluence and Commons Parks to get in some testing time.
Last year we featured this bike, calling it “the ultimate toy for big kids.” Now it’s going to be used by law enforcement.
The California Stonemaster and Five Ten founder changed the way we all climb
A stove to repair a dent and other totally unexpected uses for stuff you own