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Inside Specialized and Stanford University’s new alliance to research cycling’s effects on kids with ADHD
Sasquatch “seekers” have gone high-tech. Here are the five new devices they’re using to capture that snap of folklore’s most elusive beast.
The author's lament to the underwear responsible for the conception of his son
Across the map, companies large and small are putting out quality gear crafted stateside with pride
Lael Wilcox became the first American and first woman to win the Trans Am bike race, while Briton Mike Hall shattered the fastest Tour Divide time
Absurdly priced, but also absurdly well engineered and fun to ride
Skiers Chris Davenport and Sierra Quitiquit log the first film footage of the Super C Couloir near Portillo, Chile
Arc’teryx’s latest rendition of their classic Bora Backpack brings us innovative hip belt technology.
A 150-decibel blast goes off if anyone tries to mess with your whip
Flyover Country tracks your location in the air and gives you historic and geographical information about what's below
For a certain breed of adventurous souls, the key to happiness is a road machine that forever stokes their desire to chase fun. Looking at these seven dream rigs, it's hard not to want to play along.
Chris Davenport films his descent of the Super C couloir in the Chilean Andes—a 5,600-foot ride. …
Rooftop camping just got even more convenient, thanks to this sleek hardshell design
The most noteworthy, cringe-worthy items of all time, in all their weird glory
If this aggressive trail 29er had come along a year earlier, it would have crushed the competition. And today it still shreds as hard as anything out there
The following items have gone the way of dodo bird, but if we had our way, we'd bring them all back
Part hammock, part tent, 100 percent awesome
This hand-built carbon trail ripper offers the refinement of a custom mountain machine for (nearly) the same price as a stock bike
We spent hours sleeping in these hanging beds and stress-tested each to find out how well they held up to real-world abuse
New apps make editing your action footage easier than ever
Everything your kid needs for summer camp in one affordable kit
If you are worried about mosquitos this summer, this lightweight mesh outfit is a must-have.
Our writer Pete Brook has been on the Pacific Crest Trail since April. Here's the gear he says he can't live without.
A recyclable tiny house made from cardboard
Our 2016 Summer Buyer’s Guide is loaded with the best new gear for your upcoming summer adventures.
Professional mountain biker Andrew Taylor (sponsored by brands including Adidas, Norco, Gravity, Bell, Kenda, and Smith) knew he wanted to hit the open road. Originally he thought he’d buy a classic VW bus, but then he found this 1994 Ford E350 short bus for $2,000 on Craigslist.
It isn’t just PFC-free and made from recycled materials, it’s also one of the best hard shells yet
The brand commissioned a study to find out how many synthetic microfibers—the tiny bits of plastic that marine scientists say could be jeopardizing our oceans—are shed from its jackets in the wash. The results aren't pretty.
This 4-year-old bike is still at the pinnacle of road engineering
The world's first review of the world’s first modular rotomolded kayak
The Firebelly trail quilt from Kammok is versatility defined. The traditional bed quilt transforms into a sleeping bag thanks to drawcords that create a cozy footbox and snaps that keep you snug. Watch to find out why Outside's online gear editor Jakob Schiller plans…
Keep this kit in your car and you'll be ready for the trail as soon as 5 p.m. rolls around
It's beautiful, compact, and, best of all, can be towed by an Outback
We all know smartphones make convenient picture-takers. But they’ve finally gotten so good that you won’t regret leaving your big camera at home.
Saws, water filters, and fishing kits as price tags? Genius.
With Specialized’s new Turbo Levo FSR Comp 6Fattie, the e-mountain bike has finally come of age
We looked at the data and found that these seven cars and trucks were the most likely to get past the 200,000-mile mark
Part SUV, part military transport
Inspired by Japanese Ofuro soaking tubs, it’s made from red cedar and aluminum and takes 2.5 hours to heat
If you look around, you can find the following gear in good shape for a reasonable price
All you need is a phone, a few techniques, the right accessories, and a willingness to get a little dirty
A built-in, pedal-powered tracking device on the new SmartBike is designed to ensure you never lose another commuter
It'll hold eight cards, cash, and there's even a bottle opener
If you value extreme durability and hand feel, the answer is yes
Outside's Gear Guy, Joe Jackson, put the Yeti Rambler Bottle through the ultimate torture test
Why this Flying Cloud 23FB will be the ultimate office and mobile adventure testing unit
Companies are making digital devices that not only track your steps but also up your style game
A primer for getting out on multi-day trips based on our editor’s nine-day, 850-mile traverse of the Arizona Trail
Moonlight lets you build collaborative gear checklists, provides important campsite info, and even includes built-in ghost stories
Things to keep you employed when you're working from the road
The new MSR Carbon Reflex 2 Ultralight Tent weighs in at just over 2lbs, making it one of the lightest, most packable tents in its class.
Sally Bergesen created Oiselle to give female runners great-fitting shorts and sports bras with a dose of style. Now the swift little brand is on a mission to empower athletes by taking on Nike and its dominance over track and field.
Kuiu relies on aerospace engineering to literally take the weight off your shoulders
Long overdue, disc brakes are finally taking over the roadie world
Veteran driver Kurt Spitzner shares his treacherous-driving secrets
We found the guide-worthy gear. The fishing skill is all on you.
Polar explorer Eric Larsen unlocks his storage secrets