Gear
ArchiveTop-end bicycles are higher tech and better than ever. But so are the budget models.
The simple silk cocoon is a key piece of four-season gear
Give your wallet a break for just a slight weight penalty
Bottoms that stay up while you get down
We got our hands on the first in-house gear from the Utah-based e-retailer.
Apparently, you love bikes, vans, and birth control
We tested a bunch of styles. These four came out on top.
When to wash your shell, how to apply a DWR, and whether to choose a spray-on or wash-in
The products mark the company’s first water cooler and a new addition to its Panga line
The Luci lantern just turned it up a notch
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
Tools to keep your beer cold and your gear organized
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
Stay dry and look good
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.
Essentials to help drivers see, hear, and avoid you on the road
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.
This simple piece of clothing is still a go-to piece of gear
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?
Comfy, sweatproof designs for the gym and the trail
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.
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
If you are a gearhead, you know that having a ton of gear can translate to a lot of clutter.
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
Tried and true gear for river, lake, and ocean play
Sack out in something snug, breathable, and packable
Ditching weight means going farther faster
Wherever the waves take you, you’re covered
The year’s top shelters are quick to assemble and roomier than ever
Ditching weight means going farther faster
Your first line of defense against sweat, abrasion, and funk
Creature comforts for the car-camping set
The latest hikers are as cozy as they are bombproof
Keep your pup safe, hydrated, and entertained on the trail
Haulers big and small that go above and beyond
The founder of the Boulder Running Company is opening a new store and merging it with his physical therapy business
We’re all for traveling light—just make room for these
Light up the trails with these all-terrain performers
Seven top performers for pounding the pavement
Training essentials for road and trail
A drop in price, but you still drop the pack
Training essentials for road and trail
Performance tops with tons of character
When weather rolls in, grab one of these
Versatility is the name of the game
Trail steeds get lighter but punch above their weight
For every task, there’s the right tool
Look good and see better with these seven specs
Pedal-powered boats are coming to the masses
High mileage without the sticker shock
Nothing makes a ride like a sweet pair of shorts