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If you spend $1,500 on a new kit, you better make sure it lasts more than a season or two
In honor of his 70th birthday, Eddy Merckx launches a new heritage line, starting with the limited-edition Eddy70.
The best-looking gear from the hipster corner of Outdoor Retailer 2015
One of the toughest, most waterproof gloves on the market.
Part of a new breed of adventure road bikes that lets you keep riding long after the pavement ends.
We thought the last iteration of this bike couldn't be improved. We were wrong.
A cooler that does double duty as an air conditioner.
They're more important than you think, and high-quality options are plentiful
Perfect your roof-rack skills, and keep your gear and ride in perfect condition.
Six products to make the most of hero snow
The Colorado startup wants to change the way companies make waterproof-breathable layers with its new core construction technology.
Surround your teens with furniture inspired by the 11-time world champ
The coolest, most high-tech solution to goggle fog we've seen
The weirdest teardrop trailer we've ever seen
Editor Sam Moulton gives a quick tour of Outside's infamous “Gear Cage.” It's locked for a reason. Few and fortunate are those who hold the keys to the kingdom. …
Waterproof skins that don't gain weight on the ascent
The Moment Lens blew us away last year with its ability to transform phone images into crisp works of art. But we're even more excited about the company's new case.
Electronic shifting comes to mountain bikes. And it's awesome.
The best of this year's bike test is also the best case we've seen for disc brakes.
Putting this year’s crop of bikes through the paces in Tucson.
The brainchild of pro ultrarunner Mike Foote, this sleeveless running jacket offers more protection than a vest and packs down to about the size of a Clif Bar.
Lightweight and bomber, these are the shoe-boots you want when the singletrack gets muddy.
It may not be the world's warmest, but it is damn toasty.
The experts of light and fast branch out with a burly charger.
Eliminate goggle fog with such a simple fix? Genius.
Tag along as a member of the GoPro production staff follows Sage Kotsenburg through one of his slopestyle practice runs. GoPro had a lot of tricks up their sleeve to cover this year's X Games and they are changing the way we watch these live events. …
Gear Picks is a curated selection of products we’ve tested and heartily recommend. We stand by this gear—and the brands that sell it—and many of our editors and writers use this stuff weekly. Whenever possible, we provide a link to a past review so you can make sure it’s something…
In an Outside Online exclusive, the company reveals new technology that could be a "reset button" for gear-makers everywhere
A follow-along drone that's as loyal as a golden retriever and definitely better at filming your downhill runs.
Pair this smartwatch with any fitness app–even ones that don't exist yet–for access to real-time data. No phone needed.
New animal-welfare standards for down insulation aim to clean up a grisly business.
Running to work is hard, especially when you have to contend with cold weather, poor visibility, and icy roads. On those days, your gear matters.
Banish post-slope stink with these four killer products.
After Lonely Planet's new owner hired a 25-year-old neophyte to helm the famed but flailing guidebooks brand, it was anyone’s guess as to which direction it would go. But new clues to the company's future may be found in this startling acquisition.
Traveling for race day? A well-stocked dopp kit is your secret weapon.
The iconic brand is releasing a new Scrambler—and it's better than ever.
Your wearables, cameras, and even your bike are about to get a whole lot smarter.
Yoga just entered the digital age.
Outside's Gear Guy, Joe Jackson, puts the latest sleeping bag technology to the test and tries to answer an age-old question: what is the best fill for a sleeping bag? …
A New Jerseyan builds your dream home, only smaller
There have never been so many innovative solutions for sleeping in public
The French company already makes a damn good fitness tracker. The Pop builds on that legacy—at a third the price.
Plus three more standout innovations for your wired adventures.
5 of the most popular brands designed for playing in the mountains in a head-to-head test
The navigation king released three new products Monday that set a new standard for wearables.
The smartwatch ditches GPS capability in favor of a svelte package
Minneapolis might not be known for its great weather, but it is known for being incredibly bike friendly. Watch as the folks at Gear Junkie show you how to make the most of your commute when the mercury plunges. Video by Erik Nelson. …
Even though New Year’s Eve is behind us, you can still use skiing as an excuse to crack open a cold one, either at the local bar or in the parking lot
The Swedish car company has partnered with outdoor gear maker POC to make helmets that communicate with cars. The goal: to end collisions between bikes and drivers.
The future of bike innovation is already here.
7Mesh, a new British Columbia-based mountain bike clothing company, aims to raise the standard in outfitting cyclists.
Forget the forecast. This gear will keep you moving through the toughest season.
Let your friends know you care (and didn't totally forget about them)
The Portland bike shop owner starts from the saddle up.
What's around your wrist can affect how much is in your wallet
A veteran of 25 Tours de France, James Startt is the senior American journalist in the press room of the world’s biggest bike race. Here is just a small selection of some of his favorite images from 2014.
Once an eccentric trend, fat biking is here to stay.
The only gear you need for long hauls, tested over who-knows-how-many miles.
Getting your morning fix away from home doesn't have to mean bulk or a sad trip to the airport cafe.