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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?
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
A mashup of a Tesla and Land Rover Defender.
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 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
A restored 1937 Yellowstone tour bus.
A watch that pays tribute to America's first fighter pilots.
Fender just released its first Bluetooth speaker and it rocks
The best outdoor blankets according to Amazon reviewers.
Like running shorts, but tough as nails, these bottoms are made for hard hiking
For years, the action-cam maker insisted it wanted to become an entertainment company. Now it's back to focusing on a few core products—a strategy that is finally working
And no, we’re not talking about his bike
The Hipcamp founder lets us in on her most essential pre-bed gear
The decorated veteran announced this week that he's done with professional cycling, leaving behind a legacy of highly tactical riding and lots of heart
This segment of the bike world is growing rapidly, so we called in all the new stuff and took it camping in the New Mexico backcountry
The thing is tiny, reliable, and could very well save your ass
For the hunters that are in it to experience the challenges of navigating in the wilderness, these trips always leave them with an experience that shapes them.
An overland camper you can use all year
A beautiful longboard handcrafted in Africa
When it comes to pizza, trust the Italians
Seven tips to enjoy the weekend safely and comfortably
Tucked away in the singletrack mecca of Squamish, Bc, OneUp Components has been spreading the good word about clipless pedals.
Our savvy, Norwegian-folk-school-trained writer shows you how to craft your own skijoring belts and mid layers
Turning a puppy into an adventure companion is hard. This stuff will help.
From apparel to accessories, this gear will make sure your time on the water is well-spent
Everything you'll need to be comfortable and happy while jamming out
We looked at four very differently priced rides—from $500 to nearly $11,000—and unpacked the differences to help you pick the right price range for your needs and type of riding
The runner turned entrepreneur talks about her most essential gear
The Medium Duffel ($425) is one of 17 products that Filson recently launched in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service. The 20-liter bag is made in Filson’s Seattle factory, with weather-resistant twill and bridle leather. It meets all airline carry-on requirements. The goal of the partnership is…
Keep an eye out for these companies making some our favorite new gear
Cover up with these long-sleeved women's shirts and pants
The saying, "straight out of a Mad Max film," gets overused. But really, this custom motorcycle ($40,000) looks like it's straight out of a Mad Max film.
This 3.25-inch fixed-blade knife ($20) looks more like a USB drive than a tactical blade when housed in its sheath and hung around your neck.
This Australian teardrop (from $42,300) unfolds like origami into a proper backcountry basecamp.
After a monthlong test, our writer came away optimistic about the technology's potential, though GoPro still has some kinks to iron out with the first edition
5 affordable and inventive outdoor products from this summer's Outdoor Retailer
Watch to see the five small brands our Gear Guy, Joe Jackson, is most excited about this year.
Quietly, is the short answer. Or as loud as you want, if you're way out in the middle of nowhere.
Six tips from James Freeman, coffee drinker extraordinaire and founder of Blue Bottle
Six tips to follow, whether you're pitching your tent in a national park or in your backyard
We spoke with Patagonia's Worn Wear crew about the tools they use to keep stuff looking good and working well for decades
At each Outdoor Retailer, we give out five Gear of the Show awards to the most innovative products that stand above the rest. Watch to see this year's winners.
We are highlighting five awesome items from Outdoor Retailer that cost $25 or less.
One of the products we are most excited about this year is the new hiking boot from Tecnica, which uses a heat molding process to custom fit each pair of boots.
From hemp oil to ginger tea to earplugs, here’s what the climber and BASE jumper can’t live without
The well-known ski company now makes specialty trail shoes, too
It doesn't matter if you've ever raced before. Anyone who loves to mountain bike should take on this multiday adventure at least once.
Six bold new products for summer 2018
From 4X4 capabilities to integrated bike mounts this van is equipped with everything you need to get deep into the wilderness.
We stopped six trekkers passing through Oregon to find out what they love most so far
Arc’teryx opted out of Outdoor Retailer this summer, so they came to the Outside HQ in Santa Fe to show us their upcoming gear for 2018. The stand-out item was their new 110-liter rolling duffel bag, which combines a smart design and the durability that Arc’teryx is known for. What to see what our gear editor, Jakob Schiller, loves about this adventure-ready duffel.
When professional mountaineers design adventure apparel, good things follow