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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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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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These biking accessories and tools will help you work smarter, not harder, on two wheels

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Sponsor Content: BlackStrap

In the water or on the trail, BlackStrap will help you beat the heat with this innovative collection of sun-protection layers

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There’s no downhill too technical for these rides

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Sponsor Content: Mountain Hardwear

Whether you’re exploring trails or climbing big walls, Mountain Hardwear has the perfect sun protection layers for you

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Looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas? Why not support one of these brands founded by moms?

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We took our newfound favorite pieces to sunny spring crags, soggy campsites, and slushy ski runs

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Sponsor Content: Rossignol

This eco-conscious shoe for light hikes and trail runs is good for the wearer and the planet

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At the top of our list: comfortable, stylish suits that seamlessly transition between activities

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It does everything your souped-up fitness timepiece does, with dive features that are leagues beyond the competition

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Sponsor Content: Gerber Gear

With the right tools, making great meals at camp will feel just like cooking at home

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Snow Peak camping equipment encourages a relaxed approach to spending time outside

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Toyota’s lineup of mid-size trucks all share the same platform. We tease out why you should choose one over the other.

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Spoiler alert: It’s not aromatherapy candles or a trendy diaper bag

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Adventure gear and skills give you an advantage when conquering the challenges of a crowded amusement park

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My portable, sit-anywhere Crazy Creek chair helps me optimize my time, energy, and comfort whether I’m sport-spectating or adventuring

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Having run in every plated trail shoe made, we find the Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra the first that matches road supershoe performance without sacrificing trail-handling prowess

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It’s the original performance fabric, and still one of the best

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Sponsor Content: Troxus

In a fast-evolving category, the new Lynx Cargo e-bike from Troxus is leading the field with its versatile, ride-anywhere performance

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It’s like mansplaining, but about gear. And yes, it’s just as annoying.

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We stuck fish from Idaho to Alaska all last fall and summer to bring you our best-tested picks

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We didn’t let this weird winter stop us from getting outdoors. Here’s the gear that helped us ski, run, hike, and get outside this season.

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Sponsor Content: Osprey

After a half-century of market-leading innovation, the storied pack maker kicks off the next 50 years with models that raise the bar on performance, sustainability, and fit

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An impulse Amazon purchase turned into a daily essential

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These are the classic, oversized sunnies you’ll wear on the beach, the ski hill, or the road trip

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Our columnist, an ex-adventure racer, interviews the athlete portrayed in the movie to find out

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Sponsor Content: deuter

This is how you make an award-winning multiday backpack even better

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Entirely waterproof and very durable, heavy duty TPU-coated nylon is making its way into your everyday carry

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Sometimes the best thing about bikes is letting them go

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Starting around $45,000, the mid-size SUV should be an affordable way to go camping without producing emissions

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We weigh the pros and cons of using a bladder, soft flasks, and water bottles to carry while running

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Sponsor Content: Birkenstock

Keep your feet happy—and active—with the latest addition to Birkenstock’s outdoor adventure line

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We tested yoga apparel, mats, and accessories during dozens of hours of diverse practice to find the pieces that will optimize your yoga experience

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The Rab Veil 12 comfortably carried everything we needed on runs from neighborhood jogs to 100-mile adventures—and let us reach what we wanted without taking the pack off

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We tested 15 running jackets that provide all-weather protection without containing forever chemicals. These three were our favorites.

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