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Judy Gross started LightHeart Gear out of her house in 2006. Today, her shelters are favorites of thru-hikers across the country.
Get cozy under the stars (and in front of the camera) with one of these blankets
The stuff we've owned for ages that we couldn't adventure without
Our favorite ultralight filter gets a welcome upgrade
Top-end bicycles are higher tech and better than ever. But so are the budget models.
Give your wallet a break for just a slight weight penalty
We got our hands on the first in-house gear from the Utah-based e-retailer.
The simple silk cocoon is a key piece of four-season gear
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 products mark the company’s first water cooler and a new addition to its Panga line
The shoe brand worked with a pair of Honolulu artists to incorporate home-grown indigo plants into its fabrics
Thinking about designing your own rig? Here are some tips from a pro.
Behind the scenes with the Japanese manufacturer and its new mountain bike group set
A cleaner, easier way to carry your gear
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
Tools to keep your beer cold and your gear organized
Aislinn Sarnacki, a columnist for the Bangor Daily News in Maine, on her go-to hiking gear
Our writer spent years trying to find the perfect daypack. This is it.
Lighter, more packable, with better performance than anything you're used to
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.
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
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
Watch to see what Outside editor Bryan Rogala, loves about Roofnest's Sparrow tent.
Turns out the brand that makes my favorite PFDs also knows its footwear
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
Waxed canvas is durable and looks stylish. There's a reason the material has been around for nearly 300 years.
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
Your first line of defense against sweat, abrasion, and funk
The founder of the Boulder Running Company is opening a new store and merging it with his physical therapy business
The ceiling can hold us, so we're throwing tents up there.
Devices that do the thinking, analyzing, and recovery for you
Sack out in something snug, breathable, and packable
It’s south-swell season. Make sure you have the right board.
