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A foundation run by the family of Chris Farley believed that Trek was capitalizing on the late comedian’s name
Our gear contributor's tried-and-true weekend wardrobe
Meet Jessi Lewis, the metalsmith behind our new favorite line
Add-ons to make giving it your best shot a little bit easier
It's safe for you but likely not for your pricey apparel. Here's how to avoid trashing your fancy outerwear with bug repellent.
Through a new program called North Face Renewed, customers can purchase used and refurbished gear online
Lightweight and incredibly packable, the Flash Air is a complete, protective camping system for under $200
Judy Gross started LightHeart Gear out of her house in 2006. Today, her shelters are favorites of thru-hikers across the country.
In the Alps you climb, in the Rockies you scramble, in the Sierras you hike, but in Sweden’s high country, you trek—like nowhere else on earth
Get cozy under the stars (and in front of the camera) with one of these blankets
Our favorite ultralight filter gets a welcome upgrade
The stuff we've owned for ages that we couldn't adventure without
Top-end bicycles are higher tech and better than ever. But so are the budget models.
We got our hands on the first in-house gear from the Utah-based e-retailer.
Give your wallet a break for just a slight weight penalty
The simple silk cocoon is a key piece of four-season gear
The products mark the company’s first water cooler and a new addition to its Panga line
When to wash your shell, how to apply a DWR, and whether to choose a spray-on or wash-in
Apparently, you love bikes, vans, and birth control
The shoe brand worked with a pair of Honolulu artists to incorporate home-grown indigo plants into its fabrics
Behind the scenes with the Japanese manufacturer and its new mountain bike group set
Thinking about designing your own rig? Here are some tips from a pro.
A cleaner, easier way to carry your gear
Tools to keep your beer cold and your gear organized
Four class-action suits claim that the retail giant broke the law when it nixed its lifetime guarantee
Chacos and NRS teamed up on these special-edition sandals in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act
Aislinn Sarnacki, a columnist for the Bangor Daily News in Maine, on her go-to hiking gear
Lighter, more packable, with better performance than anything you're used to
Our writer spent years trying to find the perfect daypack. This is it.
Seven tips to make everything from your tent to your hydration bladder work better for longer
We tested the Squamish XL, which is full of tech-oriented features to keep your gear organized and safe while you travel
Each year, Flagstaff, Arizona, turns into an overlanding mecca for a weekend. Last week I set out in search of the sweetest, most eye-catching vehicles at the event. They weren't hard to find.
And how to know when it's time to splurge on a new pair
The partnership between Brooks, HP, and Superfeet uses biomechanical analysis and 3-D foot scanning to create a pair of shoes built especially for you
You're a woman who rides a bike? I'm assuming you've been the target of lewd comments, threats, and maybe even outright assault. It has to stop.
Essentials to help drivers see, hear, and avoid you on the road
This detachable anchor system makes a bold yet unnerving promise to deliver full-length, single-rope rappels. Is it the holy grail for rappelling or an accident waiting to happen?
In designing a new Stumpjumper for 2018, Specialized faced a challenge: how to keep a 37-year-old model relevant in an ever-improving field
Rule number one? Resist the urge to overcomplicate things.
Gear up for summer with Outside editors' wishlist
Turns out the brand that makes my favorite PFDs also knows its footwear
Watch to see what Outside editor Bryan Rogala, loves about Roofnest's Sparrow tent.
If you are a gearhead, you know that having a ton of gear can translate to a lot of clutter.
Laptops are an expensive investment that we rely on for nearly everything. Make sure yours is properly protected with one of these cases.
Behind the scenes with the newest women's mountain bike clothing company
The company behind the smart bike helmet just launched a watch. Here's our take.
The Boston tech company is now selling monthly access to its Strap 2.0 data-tracking device
An association of automotive and bike industry bigwigs is betting that bicycle-to-vehicle communication will make cycling safer
Waxed canvas is durable and looks stylish. There's a reason the material has been around for nearly 300 years.
The founder of the Boulder Running Company is opening a new store and merging it with his physical therapy business
Devices that do the thinking, analyzing, and recovery for you
