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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…
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.
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…
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.
Dozens of exciting battery prototypes are out there, but for now they’re just vaporware. Thankfully, some of the biggest names in tech—including Google and Apple—are finally getting on the case.
An outdoor shed that costs less than $150 and a bombproof bike locker? We’ll take two!
With all the hype over 27.5+, we wondered whether 29+ was on the way out. In launching its new Stache, Trek says the size is here to stay.
Bruce Gordon is part of a small group of early frame builders in the US, and has integrated his passion for artistic expression in his classic frames. Despite making some of the best gravel grinders, touring bikes and custom steel rigs out there, Bruce has been living…
These cameras have survived 10,000-foot drops out of planes and spent months underwater unscathed. How do they do it?
A different kind of close shave, inspired by one of the world's most famous alpinists and photographers.
It wasn't because the part was defective. And the issue may affect other bike manufacturers.
We'd love to see a return of the classic, retro VW camper—with an electric engine nonetheless! The only problem: this is a concept that will likely never make production.
Yep, you read that right: a fat bike with full suspension. The oversize tires and extra cush make Salsa’s Bucksaw climbs like a cable car. The bike’s proof that fat tires aren’t just for snow.
One running-style-sex lubricant to rule them all
REI gets into the premium mountain market this spring with this playful, German-engineered 27.5-inch trail bike
We spoke with six park rangers to find out what products they won’t leave home without.
Patagonia is upping its own environmental ante with a $1 million investment in Beyond Surface Technologies, a Swiss company that’s pushing petrochemicals out of the gear closet
Even though we may not want another standard, there’s no denying that mid-fat is good—and it’s here to stay
Strava and Competitive Cyclist teamed up to give riders a $1 credit for every hour on the bike, but the program was literally too popular for its own good.
A successful Indiegogo campaign looks good, but does Quell actually work?
A taste for high-end fly-fishing gear is like a taste for fine wine: an appreciation for the subtleties is extremely personal and can get pricey fast.
Six of our favorite items to keep you comfortable and visible on the road
Giro’s new racing format, to debut October 10 in California, aims to be the most fun you can have on 700c wheels.
After hearing feedback from hundreds of riders in the U.S., Harley is about ready to launch its powerful LiveWire bike.
Hiking boots get a long-overdue dose of style.
If you want a true survival tool, look elsewhere. These are the best knives for everyday use, whether you’re backpacking the Pacific Crest Trail or car camping with the family.
The leader in navigation is taking a second shot at action cams
The UCI takes the brakes off of discs in the professional road ranks. Why that's a great thing for consumers.
Picking the knife you carry with you everyday is no easy task. Thankfully, Outside's Gear Guy, Joe Jackson, is here to help. …
Choosing your first bike can seem like a daunting task. Thankfully, we've done all the hard work for you. Watch our guide to buying your first bike and you'll be a cyclist in no time. …
But they should be. The modest-looking fitness tracker is one of the best on the market right now.
Sweet claims its new Grimnir is the first lid on the market certified to protect you in crash while wearing a camera mount.
After a closure of the city’s biggest trail network, cyclists wonder if Portland has it out for the sport's off-roaders.
Five years ago, former pro cyclist Floyd Landis filed a whistleblower suit against Lance Armstrong. Here's what you need to know about the complicated case.
Sprinter 4×4 Here at Outside, we’re romantics when it comes to Syncros and Vanagons—possibly to the point of being delusional. Because to shell out $79,000 (one of many similar listings on Craigslist) for a 24-year-old Volkswagen with more than a quarter-million miles on it is, well, insanity.
These 15 progressive companies are making sustainable clothing that looks as great as it wears.
We've come a long way from the days of instant coffee and card games by flashlight.
New sweat-sensing technology is about to blow the doors off old-school heart rate monitors
The new loaded quadcopter aims squarely at GoPro with a camera that can shoot 4K video
Few things can ruin a would-be stellar trip like realizing you forgot something really important. With this guide to packing, you won't have to learn the hard way.
The perfect gift for the love child of Ranger Rick and Bob the Builder is a set of National Park–themed Legos
You don’t have to be a timber-hardened lumberjack to appreciate the satisfying heft of a well-balanced ax.
A visit to the New Balance Sports Research Lab reveals how the company turns science into shoes. …
An endurance racer worthy of the master who created it.
Perpetually foggy goggles are one of the few things that can ruin a precious powder day. Thankfully, two companies agree and are working to produce the world’s first anti-fog technology.
Bike hacks beware—if you steal a Stromer ST2, you won’t get away with it.
Owners instructed to return their beacons to company’s headquarters for repair
Volvo is painting riders and their gear to keep them safer at night.
Start with Olympic athletes, analyze the foot strikes of dozens of volunteers, and then feed all the data into an architectural software program named after a bug.
From the cool to the downright bizarre, the best 2015 April Fools' Day products.
Outside's Gear Guy, Joe Jackson, doesn't mess around when it comes to testing gear. Here, he puts the latest fog-proof goggles to the ultimate test. …
Before shelling out $1,000 on a bike, first-time buyers should consider a few things
Don’t just throw money at the problem. Master layering—yes, even for summer!—and the outdoors will never be the same.
The most innovative multitool we've seen in years.