Gear
ArchiveA few of our favorite new trail machines for the upcoming year
Skis aren't the only way you can exploit gravity and snow
This backpack is made from recycled sailcloth.
This snow shovel can handle winter's worst.
A simple, indestructible everyday carry tool.
This knife has dinosaur bone in the handle.
This e-bike is inspired by 1950s hot rods.
The cold and snow shouldn't keep you from exploring. Hit the road with this essential winter road-trip gear.
This is the only blanket you'll ever need
This is one of the lightest e-bikes on the market
On the heels of announcing their ambitious Breaking2 project, it was revealed that Nike filed a patent for a new shoe featuring a spring plate in its sole
These are the cheapest trucks you can buy
The stuff that keeps this adventure writer dry, safe, and dangerous
New uses for your old camping stuff
Your Apple Watch can’t do this
It starts with a deadly crash, like the one that happened in October on a busy Orange County street. Then the volunteers build the memorial. Peter Flax embedded with the team that makes ghost bikes in Southern California to record the process—and the tragedy that triggered it—from beginning to end.
Never forget a piece of gear again
With wheels getting stronger and lighter, dropper posts more reliable, and bikes increasingly versatile, this was a good year to be on a bike
Watch to see our editors' last minute gift picks for the holidays.
We spent the summer testing all kinds of recliners, stools, and seats. In the end, we settled on these six favorites.
These are the last pair of sunglasses you’ll ever need
This helmet will help you have a worry-free commute
Everything you need to start skinning laps before work
This calendar is an intimate look into the lives of professional ski racers.
These five pavement beasts were the clear standouts from this month's bike test in Sedona, Arizona
A camera bag that’s as tough as the terrain you tackle
Step up your apres game
Presenting 11 tested (and totally excessive) parts for the dream ride
From a totally reinvented ski boot to a wetsuit that's good for the environment, this is the stuff we're most excited about
We caught up with the pros at Four Points Adventures at Tepuifest to learn about the five things every overlander should have in the backcountry.
Watch as John Amoroso gives us a tour of his trailer and shares why it's truly unique.
Storing your bike has never been easier
From water bottles to pumps to great coffee, there’s something here for anyone who likes to ride bikes
Is this design going to revolutionize footwear? We’re not sure yet.
This bike proves that the future is now
It's risky for a small company to branch out into highly specific pieces of gear, but Flylow did just that with its new ski bib for women—and nailed it
This e-bike can charge your laptop
Throughout winter, regional avalanche forecasters rank the danger level in the backcountry, but a new study found they can sometimes disagree dramatically on snowpack conditions
These fleece-lined pull-on boots do triple duty as hikers, workers, and booties.
Being prepared with Everyday Carry
Need some advice on what to buy the adventurer in your circle? We have you covered.
The California ski area is building a whole set of features inside their famous hike-to bowl, creating the country’s first off-piste playground
The best off-road truck ever just got much better
The Skyliner ($400) is fully reversible, with a diamond-quilted cotton/nylon shell on one side, and Pendleton's striped wool on the other.
Each present you buy from these brands helps fund everything from important environmental work to outdoor-ed programs for kids
The DPS Wailer 112 RPC 2.0 ski is damper than its predecessor yet still light and quick on the uphill, making it one of our favorites for winter 2017.
The smallest presents often make the best presents
Don't let rain keep you off the bike
Put something good on your head
GoPro's Grip is an essential addition to your video kit
Now that the TPP looks likely to be killed, consumers can forget about cheaper backpacks and shoes. The hope is that more American jobs will make up for it.
There's no better piece of insulation for winter riding
Ducati's updated Monster 1200 S is as fast as it gets away from the track
So beautiful you won’t want to take it onto the water
This watch is making walking-talkies cool again
Watch to find out what we loved about the latest iteration of Rossignol's Experience 88.
Snowboard boots to match your baseball glove
10 products to keep you warm and dry
This hoodie will last a lifetime
This is the last wallet you'll ever need to buy
Winter camping doesn't have to suck if you carry this shelter from Seek Outside with you
The recently upgraded tool makes glacier retreat and deforestation easy to visualize
Your next vacation should be in a tiny home
The 1DX Mark II is a pro-caliber workhorse with several upgrades that make nailing the perfect action shot much easier
We were excited to test out the Atomic Backland 109 skis, and they didn’t disappoint. We loved the tapered tips and fun performance in fresh powder.
We had a lot of fun skiing the Blizzard Zero G 108 skis, and found them ideal for backcountry touring.
First Lite, a small apparel operation out of Ketchum, Idaho, is one of a growing number of crossover designers producing gear that works equally well for riding, skiing, hiking, and hunting
It's not just about looking cool—these guidelines will also ensure that you'll be safe
The days are significantly shorter. Be prepared for your commute with the right lights and apparel.
Ten ancient tools that gave rise to the equipment we still use today
Don't leave for an adventure without this cool tool.
The DPS Zelda 106 Pure3 is one of our top picks for women’s skis thanks to its powder performance and versatility.
The Women’s Volkl 100Eight earned high praise for handling both deep powder and crud with ease.
The La Sportiva Vapor Float skis are incredibly light and proved ideal for touring and powder skiing.
The fastest looking bike of 2016.
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