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Not long ago, there were three clearly defined categories for jackets: waterproof hard shells, stretchy and breathable soft shells, and wind shells.
These are the workhorses of the bike world—and with plenty of panache at last. —Aaron Gulley These are the workhorses of the bike world—and with plenty of panache at last. —Aaron Gulley (Michael Karsh) Shinola Detroit Arrow Best For:…
The latest hikers are lighter and more tricked out than ever before.
The result of years of chaos—go minimalist! go fat! don't change a thing!—in the running market? Everybody wins.
The best thing going in this year's crop of shoes? Diversity.
Pitching the ultimate base camp has never been easier. —Sam Moulton Pitching the ultimate base camp has never been easier. —Sam Moulton (Michael Karsh) Primus FireHole 100 stove There are no fancy features and few moving parts on the FireHole ($150)—and that’s…
Electronic shifting, fat tires, and stronger wheels make the latest mountain bikes funner than ever.
As the sport grows up, there are more and butter SUPs for all kinds of paddlers.
Choosing the right tent requires finding the perfect balance of price, weight, and space.
The trick to choosing the right boat? Think hard about where—and how—you'll use it.
The rising cost of down is spurring insulation alternatives that will have us all sleeping soundly.
With so many new tools to track performance, choosing the right one is its own sport.
The new wearable will blow fitness tech wide open by not focusing on it
Our favorite kit for trail riding and racing.—Aaron Gulley Our favorite kit for trail riding and racing.—Aaron Gulley (Michael Karsh) Leatt 3DF Air Flex elbow and knee pads Finally, guards made for all-day…
Is there a more important piece of gear than the one that lets you see the world clearly? Of course not.
The Ultralight Trail Running Essentials of 2015
The navigation giant just built a damn good POV camera. Here’s everything you need to know about the new GoPro rival.
Each year, in the rolling hills and strade bianche of Tuscany, thousands of riders set out to conquer challenging climbs and tricky descents on pre-1987 equipment (drop-tube shifters, non-aero brake hoods, toe cages). Two years ago, I rode that L'Eroica course. This year, the event came, for the first time, to California. Here they drop the ‘L’ and call it, simply: Eroica. I wasn’t going to miss it.
A report on French television demonstrates that doped athletes can beat the UCI Biological Passport testing
The GoldCoast Jetty is an updated cruiser board for the young at heart.
The country hopes that hosting the African Olympic qualifier will thrust its national team onto the global cycling stage.
Business-ready in and out of the water.
GoPro, Garmin, and Shimano are jockeying to capture the action from the pro peloton. It's a fierce war, and the company in the lead will surprise you.
Bike lights have gotten better and better, arguably surpassing those on cars, while legislative and popular support of the devices has grown. And that's a great development for cyclists.
Simple and stylish, the company's new Momentum line is an answer to those who fear bikes have gotten too elaborate and pricey.
Front Runner Slimline II Made from high-strength aluminum, the low-profile Slimline II has all the rigidity of steel without the weight. And it’s been tested in Africa as an expedition-grade roof rack for safari and overland vehicles. Read more. Eezi-Awn For Eezi-Awn’s customers—a group that consists of safari guides,…
Rhino Cubed Tiny Homes The latest entry into the tiny house movement repurposes steel shipping containers into energy-efficient cubes. Read more. Saunalautta A group of friends got together to create the Saunalautta, a houseboat with bunk space for five and sauna space for up to 15 (depending on how…
Mini Cooper The Sell: Tauter and less thirsty than the Honda Fit—but also more expensive. Read more. Volvo V60 The Sell: The premium AWD sports wagon. Read more. The Sell: The premium AWD sports wagon. Read more. (Courtesy of Volvo Cars of North ) Subaru Outback…
Volkswagen e-Golf The Sell: The “people’s” carmaker goes EV for a lot less money than BMW and Mercedes. Read more. Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive The Sell: BMW isn’t the only one with an electric hatchback. And this one’s roomier. Read more. The Sell: BMW isn’t the only…
Honda HR-V The Sell: Thankfully for the adventure vehicle crowd, all our favorite features from the Honda Fit debuted in the crossover version of the Fit—the 2016 HR-V. Read more. Jeep Renegade The Sell: An entry-level off-roader that sips fuel. Read more. The Sell: An entry-level off-roader…
You know how much the ladies in your life have done for you. Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show them all they do hasn’t gone unnoticed.
Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon Crew Cab 4×4 The Sell: The pick-up for the SUV and crossover set. Read more. Ford Transit Connect LWB The Sell: A European-built Ford Minivan gets imported stateside. Read more. The Sell: A European-built Ford Minivan gets imported stateside. Read more.
Mercedes Marco Polo Camper Van Mercedes-Benz has teamed up with decorated mobile home crafter Westfalia to convert its Viano van into the Marco Polo camper, the plushest home on four wheels. Read more. KiraVan To honor the dreams of his young daughter, Kira, Bran Ferran created the biggest, most…
Put some bounce in your step with the season's best road running shoes.
A surfboard manufacturer and UCSD researchers teamed up to create the world’s first sustainable, algae-based surfboard, which they'll have the pros test before producing it commercially.
Whether biking the Iditarod Trail race in Alaska or setting speed records on the Continental Divide, Petervary always carries the necessary tools to ride all night. Victory depends on it.
The cycling market is exploding with interesting ideas—everything from wider tires with knobby tread to serious racers with disc brakes, which means we're going places we never previously imagined.
Puffy blankets made by this two-year-old California company bring outdoor textiles inside.
The ultimate adventure vehicle isn't a Volkswagen camper. It's a $20,000 Honda.
A self-inflating SUP that offers extra zip
The Race Across the Sky adds a three-day option for novice mountain bike racers and those looking to qualify for the LT100.
We applaud these six manufacturers for taking on the challenge of producing bibs specifically made for women—even if some of the products still need a bit more work.
Any serious athlete will tell you that high-performance sunglasses can mean the difference between winning and losing. Here are 10 tips to consider when looking for a new pair.