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Keep your gear dry with these five products
The writer and activist's nighttime essentials
Running is as low maintenance as it gets—strap on some shoes and go. But there are a few pieces of inexpensive gear that will make your run more enjoyable and help you go farther and faster.
Everything you need to scramble up your local alpine summit
Mission Workshops makes some of the world's finest cycling apparel, but just released a knife called the Unagi.
We put together a full, no-comprise setup for under $2,000
The ultimate mountain rescue vehicle.
The simple silk cocoon is a key piece of gear when the temperature starts to drop
The software update, which launched today, is almost identical to what GoPro touted months ago but has yet to deliver
The 161-year-old rod and tackle manufacturer is doubling down on its commitment to women’s gear
The GoPro founder always keeps one of his cameras handy, even when he sleeps
A fire starter that's very nearly windproof and works almost anywhere, anytime
Finding a place to put a tent is easy if you follow these steps
Those folks up in the PNW know how to make nice-looking outdoor toys
The writer and film producer reveals her favorite tried-and-true women’s gear for the crag
Spice up your commute with this flashy bike.
In short, it's smartly designed and great looking
12 pieces of essential gear chosen by our resident climber
If weight is no issue, this is the ultimate base camp tent.
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
When the going gets rough, these duffels will protect your stuff
It's easier than ever to find affordable outdoor lighting solutions
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.
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
A limited edition motorcycle inspired by a jet plane.
Ford Australia is teasing a Ford Ranger Raptor. Could it come to the U.S.?
This wearable ensures you'll always have a tool handy.
An artistic tribute to one of our National Parks.
It’s the newest creation from renowned industrial designer Thomas Meyerhoffer
How to trick-out your picture-taking device without breaking the bank
Electric cars are the future for commuters, but can they go the extra mile on a road trip?
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.
Essentials for a basic kit to get you far, far out there
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?
When you're pulling a big trailer, you need a big engine to match
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
Having a better backpacking trip starts with a good list of essentials.
Some of the industry’s best-known brands are doing whatever they can to aid those affected by the floods
Here's the stuff this well-known adventure photographer uses to help him nail the shot
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
Royal Carribean and Snapchat teamed up to develop a scuba mask with built-in Snapchat Spectacles.
From surf to city, these do-it-alls look as good as they perform
To see more than just paved roads and parking lots, a new breed of explorers are taking a cue from the Aussies
Looking for a practical, versatile car that's luxurious and well-designed? Take the all-new 2018 Volvo XC60 for a test drive.
The gear we're most excited about, on sale
To make a supremely comfortable women's backpacking pack, Osprey found, it needed to send its designers out on the trail
What we’re most excited about, plus five runner-ups
Start preparing for the season at REI's Labor Day Sale
I pitted three models against one another to help you choose the right stove for your adventures