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Over 22 inches of snow fell in 48 hours at Snowbird during our 2016 ski test. Conditions were absolutely ideal for mid-March, which meant we got to put all of this season's skis through the wringer like never before. …
Make sure you're prepared for sun, unpredictable weather, and fish guts
In the future we’ll have fitness trackers that aren’t just fancy step-counters
Gravel grinders and disc brakes continue to take over, but throwbacks are also on the rise
We used all the watches, heart rate monitors, clips, smart glasses, and apps we could get our hands on, so you don't have to
Cyclists, take note. You'll want to watch these boutique gearmakers.
Power your phone and feel better about yourself with this human-powered machine
We’ve spent the past few days handing out Gear of the Show awards at Interbike, the massive annual cycling industry convention in Las Vegas. From a cutting-edge road kit with built-in lights to a fat bike with a sidecar, here are our picks for the most exciting gear of next season.
POC debuts battery-powered cycling apparel
LCD lenses make multi-lens glasses obsolete
A dropper seatpost that’s easy to install and simple to switch between bikes
The fat-bike version of the motorcycle and sidecar
The only super specialized, totally niche ski-mountaineering bike you need
What's the price of extreme versatility and ruggedness? $119,000!?
Take on whatever Mother Nature throws your way
One of the best all-around trail bikes of the year
A mobile Midwestern cabin for wherever the roads takes you
The 30-year-old Patagonia icon gets a major update, with new, environmentally friendly materials
The doghouse for owners with refined architectural taste—and a spare grand
Outfit your base camp—for less than $160
The company’s financial woes have little to do with the sport, and everything to do with changing fashion tastes and questionable business decisions
No arguing, no questions. Just a rock-solid promise the gear will work or your money back.
Significantly more performance than a GoPro, but significantly less expensive than other pro-quality setups
The company's new app makes sharing footage to social easier than ever
And the apparel options just keep getting better
Nearly 30 years ago, Jimmy Nelson set it upon himself to document that last of the world's ancient tribes and peoples with his 50-year-old 4x5 film camera.
An increasing number of well-designed tools help rock climbers train more effectively
It turns out maximally cushioned shoes are faster than you think. …
You can now ditch the phone but still accurately track your workouts, thanks to watchOS 2
A DIY boat that sets up in a hurry
How the sneaker maker went from Kardashian flop to an $8 billion behemoth in less than four years
A blow-up bike rack that fits on your seatpost and fits on almost any car
Up your fat-tire game with these tips from eight of the sport’s very best
Developed for disaster, repurposed for fun
LuvByrd: the new, best way to find a partner for bombing singletrack and shredding the steeps
Dirt duds are better—and more specialized—than ever
Why use matches when you can use a mini flamethrower?
When it comes to ease of use and video quality, the new UAV can't be beat
Venture Snowboards announced Thursday that it will not release boards for the 2015/16 season
Spurred by hipster idealism, the former automobile capital of the world is enjoying a post-bankruptcy renaissance. Rents are low, millenials are moving in, and the old neighborhoods are buzzing with potential.
The peak of the season calls for maximum relaxation (bonus points for style). Here’s what to keep at the ready for all the best days of the year.
You've had all summer to prefect your grilling skills, so make this event one to remember
When (if?) the Snap hits production, it'll become the adventurer’s ultimate toy
Test footage from the new DJI Phantom 3 Professional. …
The JLTV has the ballistic protection of a small tank and can withstand the under-belly blasts that destroyed many of its predecessors. Oh yeah, it also has a top speed of over 100 miles per hour.
Innovations to help drivers see, hear, and avoid you on the road
Layer up with this kit to stay warm, and happy, on your ride into work.
We asked Burner veterans for tips. What they suggested will make your stay more pleasant, but no less weird.
Yes, you read that right. We tracked down the best do-anything, go-anywhere sandals, good for so much more than just lounging on the beach.
For gear companies looking to tell "real" stories through their marketing campaigns, there's really only one photographer to call: Emily Maye
After six months of rigorous testing, we found the best ones on the market
Uh, why on earth was the cameraman using the machine in the first place?
Get your hands on one of these rebooted icons
That's an astonishingly high number. What exactly does it mean?
This new 29er from the Colorado brand was worth the wait
The new eTap Red is not only SRAM’s debut electric groupo, it’s the first wireless system on the market
One day our computers will revolt. Until then, they’re making our mountain bikes ride better than ever.
We review the top six timepieces for everyone from surfers to backcountry skiers
We stopped seven trekkers passing through Oregon to find out what they couldn't live without on their 2,550-mile journeys
Outdoor apparel company Western Rise was one of the coolest small brands we saw at Outdoor Retailer this summer. This short film by Matt Shaw and Ry Cox is a behind the scenes look at how the company got its start that came…
Thoughtful tweaks + a jam-packed design = one very useful cycling companion
The Mourenx 69 is neither the lightest nor the cheapest bike out there—you definitely pay more for the name and the European mystique. But it's the bike you should be riding.
An ultra-portable, super-safe commuter lid
The all-American Vintage Overland is custom-made for you to beat the ever living hell out of it
We love these workhorse bags because they’re so damn useful
Our Gear Guy, Joe Jackson, pushes gear to the limit on a regular basis; casual footwear included.
The monster off-road camper we've been waiting for
Sure, lasts, uppers, and midsoles all matter. But above all, get the ones that feel good.
We torture-tested the new crop of MTB-specific packs. Here are the 3 that held up best to the abuse.
Perfect for shooting mind-bogglingly clear footage in hard-to-reach spots
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