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Every year, the Outside team tests dozens of bikes, looking for the most innovative designs and new technology.
Even superstar Olympians need some help staying fresh through the competition
Take a page from Lael Wilcox's playbook and go long
Gearmakers: We want tough, technical products that actually fit
From the folks at Expedition Overland, Oh Hey There with Jeff is a series that highlights the nuances of overlanding.
This new Jaguar E-Pace is also the roomiest small crossover
If you own a Generation 3.0 Mammut avalanche airbag pack from 2016 to 2018, the deployment cable may have been installed incorrectly.
The author spent the season testing the warmest kicks in Canada's Yukon Territory. Here are her favorites.
We found that line with the 60 mph HPC Revolution
Watch to see the five most important tools our mechanic thinks you should always have on you.
Watch to learn how to set up tubeless tires and avoid getting a flat out on the trails.
Customers now have one year to return a product—and must bring in a receipt
Ralph Lauren designed Team U.S.A.'s uniforms, but a pair of leather, tasseled gloves bear resemblance to those made by a small company from Colorado
Racks to headlamps, we tried it all at our annual bike test in Tucson, Arizona
Comfortable, practical—and, yes, they actually keep you warm
The all-mountain touring boot is the most innovative ski boot of the year
Make popping a squat as painless and embarrassment-free as possible
Great for working out, hanging out, and even going out in public
The decorated skier talks productivity and good habits as he prepares to defend his gold medal in Pyeongchang and enters his 12th year running his eyewear company
The outdoor community made filtration a must for a reason
Is Osprey's new "super ultralight" Levity/Lumina right for you? Unless you're a dedicated thru-hiker or gram weenie, probably not. But it's still pretty impressive.
Crowdfunding was intended for startups. Should they keep using the platform when they grow up?
Not every innovative new product has an astronomical price tag
From a performance-minded midlayer to an apres statement piece
Strafe solved the biggest problem with ski bibs for women: an easy way to answer nature's call
Meet the new brands we discovered at the 2018 Winter Outdoor Retailer.
What’s old is new and sexy again with this steel all-road ride.
A long-travel 29-inch sled that handles like a peppy short-travel trail machine? We’ve heard it before, but Marin has a new, compelling entry.
When Black Diamond released its first-ever batch of climbing shoes, only a third of the initial line was marketed to women
We hit the floor at Outdoor Retailer in search of the coolest winter accessories that won't break the bank.
Tips on where to go, and what to bring, to elevate your wildlife photography game
Our writer ran in the new performance hijab for a month to see how it stacks up to the competition
You can take the Outdoor Retailer trade show out of Salt Lake, but you can't take the Salt Lake blues out of the show
Big SUVs are a necessity for some families. Finally, they drive as well as they haul.
And they've been my go-to running and hiking companion for more than 20,000 miles
From filmmaker Tommy Penick and Industry 9 Componentry with original music from Amy Stolzenbach, Invisible Forces highlight their new bicycle wheel on a morning hill climb.
The big outdoor trade shows are upon us, which means it's time to start looking at the top products for winter 2018–19. Here's what our editors are most excited about.
Athletes can come back with adverse test results without getting even temporarily banned from racing. That's like allowing a drunk driver who failed a breathalyzer test to drive away—so long as he has a good excuse.
A women-specific grant dedicated to helping ambitious splitboarders go deeper, further, and higher
From $25 to $200, these three lights rose to the top of our testing
One of our favorite new packs pays homage to the Forest Service—and looks good doing it
Both my girlfriend and I have basically lived in these versatile, tough pants for two months now, for all sorts of outdoor activities
Mission-critical supplies for when the mercury drops
When Eddie Bauer launched their new Thindown insulation technology, we were excited to get our hands on a jacket and put it to the test.
After weeks training in this road runner, I believe it's one of the company's fastest shoes yet
These bottoms work just as well inbounds as they do in the backcountry, and I can't imagine my season without them
Uberlight and able to take moisture in stride, a new breed of synthetic down is changing the winter jacket for good
From mountain bike-inspired prosthetics to couch skiing, Americans are using the latest advances to maximize their output
But how many planks did he trash along the way?
The essentials this snowboarding pro will bring to the Olympic Village to help her perform at her best
A durable road runner to follow up last year’s 4% mania
Still dominant on the crag at 36, Sharma reflects on his greatest climbs and how those lessons have helped him break into the business world
There's a lot to talk about when it comes to this fabric
If you don't already own a vest, check this one out
My new favorite gloves cost $20 and are lightweight, durable, waterproof, and breathable
The legendary Mercedes SUV gets softer and more manageable for more drivers
Move over, Tacoma. There’s an all-new Ranger in town.
This new female-founded outerwear company has a vendetta against girly colors
The Texas company introduces four new products this spring. These are our first impressions after a long weekend with them.
Our bike editor tested a handful of new fit apps to see how they stacked up to the brick-and-mortar specialists. Let's just say some worked better than others.
From a simple satchel to a bespoke canvas duffel, these bags will keep your workout clothes tidy