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Watch to see our go-to layering system for bike commuting on those chilly fall mornings.
The best planks from Outside's annual test in Snowbird, Utah, are engineered for big fun.
As winter creeps in, many would think it's time to put their bikes in hibernation. Not so for the folks at Trek.
The 10 most obvious no-nos when securing your two-wheeled steed
How to find the best tool for your pocket and wallet
Six months, two trips to Thailand, and flirtations with madness have produced possibly the most forgettable fork ever
A survivalist knife that does everything, even purify water
Pass those well-loved hiking shoes, skis, and jackets to someone who will put them to better use
Bump up your cooking game at home and at camp. (Peg and Awl) Peg and Awl Cutting and Serving Board Guaranteed Pleaser The rugged charm of the Peg and Awl Cutting and Serving board comes from its reclaimed wood and aged-steel boat cleats. Those same materials also make it the most durable item in your cupboard.
If you mashed a Jeep and truck together, this is what you'd get
And Ortovox will help incentivize you: it'll pay $75 for any old transceiver through a new gear-retirement program
A money clip that opens your beers and fixes your skis
Sure, Sedona and Moab are great. But this little Colorado town comes out on top for two big reasons: it's packed with epic, fun-to-ride trails and it's built around people who absolutely love bikes.
An old-school Land Cruiser that's perfect for hauling mountain bikes
From tasty canned wine and cozy sleeping bags to outdoorsy dating apps and portable hot tubs, it's never been easier to have a good time outside
Independent bike retailers have been fighting for survival for more than 15 years. But recent developments could put these beloved brick-and-mortar shops out of business for good.
The days are getting shorter. Here's the best gear to brighten your path.
This aggressive trail helmet is the most versatile all-mountain lid on the market
Nissan plans to build a truck specifically for search and rescue teams
Seven affordable items you should always have packed and ready to go. Just in case.
It could be the key to making the industry more sustainable, but it's also (unsurprisingly) difficult to convince manufacturers to share their R&D finds. Which is where Patagonia comes in.
The BioLite BaseCamp stove has quickly become one of our favorite fall car camping tools. This wood-powered stove offers a great alternative to traditional fuel stoves or heavy grills and has a USB port to charge your devices while you cook.
Shane and Sandra Young of Aussie Expeditions have built one of the most impressive Land Rover Defenders we've ever seen
Snowmakers do their jobs at night, in frigid temperatures, while handling heavy, cumbersome equipment. Which means they need gear they can rely on.
The most expensive (and beautiful) bike pump ever made
Mystery Ranch has a simple design philosophy: design stuff that fits and works for as many different people as possible
The trucker hat is an essential piece of kit here at Outside. We use them to keep the sun off our faces on the skin track and the sweat out of our eyes during post-work trail runs. Plus, they always go well with the de facto office uniform: a flannel and jeans. Here are eight of our favorites.
The big-box retailers, so popular in the Midwest and South, are ideal places to find inexpensive, durable camp gear
The best way to store your bike in a small apartment
Most e-bikes are big, heavy, and a pain to haul around when you’re not pedaling. The Vektron ($3,400) bucks that trend, with a frame that folds down small enough to fit under your desk at work. It also has a motor with a max speed of 20 miles per hour…
The best everyday carry knife money can buy
Fall’s stealth timepieces are burly, technical, and 100 percent badass
A folding knife that will also start your campfire
A new material modeled on cold-water animals' coats could lead to thinner, warmer wetsuits.
Old-school toughness takes on modern performance in the Australian Outback
A longboard deck pretty enough to hang on your wall
Who needs a van when you have a sidecar adventure rig?
The Army's next troop carrier might be fueled by hydrogen
This commercial spoof from Polerstuff is the third in a series starring Dr. Dan. This ridiculously hilarious ad was shot by filmmaker Alex Craig and his friend John Stewart aka Dr. Dan.
With tips, hacks, and processes from the hydration pros
The Arizona-based brand just built the do-everything, plus-size trail bike.
This is the right way to rebuild a Defender
This bag's built-in reflector will make your photos that much better
The new Pixel delivers a top-notch shooter that takes crisp photos, high-res video, and that can go toe to toe with Apple's iPhone
Frankenstein would be proud of this folding e-fat bike
This electric motorcycle is the perfect urban commuter
Meet Tim Hill, a retired Air Force mechanic who converted a crashed airplane into a one-of-a-kind adventure trailer.
This rental hangs over the side of a 1,300-foot cliff
This, folks, is how to customize a motorcycle
All the best skiers I know are women. We need gear that can keep up.
Filson made a sleeping bag, and we want it
Watch to see our editors’ four favorite items from the Winter Buyer’s Guide.
I called up a handful of skiers, climbers, runners, and kayakers to find out how their tools have helped them during off-the-grid adventures
A tiny home you can tow around with your truck
Power sources small enough for you to carry that run on solar, fire, or water are heavy and don't produce enough electricity to warrant schlepping into the backcountry
Watch to see if our online gear editor, Jakob Schiller, thinks Yeti's soft-sided coolers are worth the price tag.
A full-suspension recumbent e-mountain bike. Yes, it's a thing.
By launching Co-op Cycles and discontinuing the Novara brand, REI is trying to revamp its bike program to appeal to a performance-oriented cycling audience