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In short, it's smartly designed and great looking
If weight is no issue, this is the ultimate base camp tent.
Spice up your commute with this flashy bike.
12 pieces of essential gear chosen by our resident climber
When the going gets rough, these duffels will protect your stuff
It's easier than ever to find affordable outdoor lighting solutions
Thanks to trickle-down technology, second- and third-tier groups are almost as good as the premium stuff but cost a fraction of the price
Thanks to new software, your #roadtrip photos are going to get a lot better
Columnist Bryan Rogala takes us through the essential gear you need for any car camping adventure.
The next phase of FKT-worthy custom gear puts consumers in the design chair
Most gear evolves step by step. With this stuff, it’s by leaps and bounds.
This wearable ensures you'll always have a tool handy.
An artistic tribute to one of our National Parks.
Funding the difficult recovery period with footwear
We reviewed two of the most cutting-edge sun-fighting pieces to find out how well they work
It’s the newest creation from renowned industrial designer Thomas Meyerhoffer
A limited edition motorcycle inspired by a jet plane.
Ford Australia is teasing a Ford Ranger Raptor. Could it come to the U.S.?
How to trick-out your picture-taking device without breaking the bank
Normally, not something you want a shark scientist to say. But Eric Stroud is talking about his chemistry-lab quest for the ultimate shark repellent, which he appears to have found. The questions that remain: Does it work on the great white, the ocean’s most fearsome predator? And can a couple of rookie entrepreneurs get it to market?
Electric cars are the future for commuters, but can they go the extra mile on a road trip?
Essentials for a basic kit to get you far, far out there
Here's everything he relied on while blazing up the trail
This basic piece of gear is a must-have for any adventure
We talked to design maverick Thomas Meyerhoffer about the importance of always exploring. Then we had him speak with four other visionaries building an ingenious new world.
MIT research scientist Hugh Herr lost both legs below the knee after a 1982 winter climbing ordeal. In less than a year, he hacked his prosthetics to allow him to climb again, and he went on to become one of the world’s leading innovators in the field. Author Todd Balf, who lost partial use of his legs after a spinal-cord injury, gets a front-row seat as Herr and his MIT colleagues plot their next big act—new science and technology to end a slate of disabling conditions.
By inventing what they needed but couldn't buy from major brands, these women have developed some of the best sports bras on the market
When you're pulling a big trailer, you need a big engine to match
Having a better backpacking trip starts with a good list of essentials.
Here's the stuff this well-known adventure photographer uses to help him nail the shot
Some of the industry’s best-known brands are doing whatever they can to aid those affected by the floods
From surf to city, these do-it-alls look as good as they perform
Royal Carribean and Snapchat teamed up to develop a scuba mask with built-in Snapchat Spectacles.
An electric version of the wildly popular Honda Super Cub.
As light as a wind vest and as watertight as a drybag, this rain piece redefines "prepared" for cyclists
Looking for a practical, versatile car that's luxurious and well-designed? Take the all-new 2018 Volvo XC60 for a test drive.
To see more than just paved roads and parking lots, a new breed of explorers are taking a cue from the Aussies
To make a supremely comfortable women's backpacking pack, Osprey found, it needed to send its designers out on the trail
The gear we're most excited about, on sale
Start preparing for the season at REI's Labor Day Sale
What we’re most excited about, plus five runner-ups
I pitted three models against one another to help you choose the right stove for your adventures
Why you should pay more attention to that thing that keeps your pants from falling down
I'm as addicted to my phone as anyone. Could three weeks in Madagascar without service provide some sort of lasting digital renewal?
A mashup of a Tesla and Land Rover Defender.
The Arbor wallet ($40) looks and feels like it's made from leather but it's actually built from a thin and flexible, waxed and oiled wood.
This teepee-style structure is bomber and brilliant, great for bikepacking or just regular backcountry exploring
Trail runners that celebrate our National Parks.
Shirin Gerami is Iran's first female triathlete and when she couldn't find clothes that would satisfy both her performance and her country, she had to make them.
Seven items that the Mystery Ranch founder always has on the trail
Not completely, but they're certainly in a state of flux
A restored 1937 Yellowstone tour bus.
The best outdoor blankets according to Amazon reviewers.
A packable jacket that looks as good on the bike as it does in the city.
After years of testing, I've determined that these must be the most versatile approach shoes around