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Audio gear you’ll find any excuse to use
Precision data-gathering devices to optimize your workouts
When it comes to wearables, go easy on the bells and whistles
In the age of the smartphone, a timepiece that displays the hour in multiple time zones imbues a measure of worldly sophistication and sense of adventure
New tweaks mean they're easier to use at work and on the trail
I'm careful with my consumption, but what I found scared me
We went way out there to put these through the paces
The new tool in the company's Free collection can genuinely be used one-handed, and it's more compact than ever
Yes, we used our expert knowledge to rank fictional equipment
Our friends at Huckberry are doing something special for Earth Week. For every order you place on their site between now and April 28, they will donate $1 to Waves For Water. Here are our gear picks for the warmer months ahead.
And the Maven B3's are the highest-quality optics you can easily carry
The right tools can make your experience outdoors even better. Start with these deals on our favorite equipment and accessories.
Grab one of these portable power stations and you’ll never have to adventure without a charge again…
What started as an experiment will soon be available for DIYers everywhere
A first look at the standout timepieces from the industry’s biggest event
Should you use a money belt when you travel? Probably. Here are six of our favorites.
The hype around the technology has raced ahead of the evidence. Now the evidence may be catching up.
What goes into making a great Outside photograph? Our designers and photo editors picked their favorites—from sky diving record attempts to skiers hucking 60-foot cliffs—from the magazine's Exposure section and describe what they love about each
With a new line of premium watches, Garmin aims upmarket
Traveling today, you don’t just have to worry about the safety of your physical assets—you should be thinking about your digital information, too…
The Selby Folsom is wildly useful and beautiful to boot
Spend more time off-grid in 2019 with these solar panels and power banks…
Simple rules for keeping your timepiece ticking
Keep these lighting and composition tips in mind the next time you take your camera for a walk
Named after a national park in Sweden, the Sarek is a well-crafted ax meant for breaking down wood for the fire
The Christensen Arms Ridgeline is high-tech, lightweight, and, paired with a Maven RS.1 scope, reasonably affordable
How do the cameras stack up? It all depends on your adventures.
Make the most of your action camera with these must-have accessories…
Pro hiker Tom Gathman teamed up with Mountainsmith to craft the Zerk 40
The XR is essentially just as good as its pricier, more feature-rich sibling
Going from an iPhone to a DSLR or mirrorless setup is expensive and time-consuming. Here are some benchmarks to guide your shopping process.
Sporks may be controversial, but this one won us over
Best practices gleaned from decades of shooting
Don’t sacrifice the perfect shot on your next adventure…
Stuart Palley captures images of wildfires at night, making some of the riskiest art around
Don’t get lost in the tangle and try one of these five options…
A miniature Spotify music player without the distractions of a screen or notifications keeps me happily training
Be prepared and upgrade your car-camping setup at the same time
Three pairs of glasses, two weeks, one goal: to find out whether blue-light-blocking lenses could actually make me sleep and feel better
Versatility is key for a blade that accompanies you everywhere
Simple and capable, the SWII is a solid field piece
Classy performers that are equally at home in the lift line and back at the lodge
Doctors around the world have stopped prescribing underarm crutches to injured athletes. So why do we still use them in the U.S.?
Hygiene go-to's to help you freshen up
I went to the adventure-camera company's Creator Summit in an effort to become a bona fide social-media star
The filmmaker and photographer shares his wisdom on how to capture a great shot
And what it could mean for the future of footwear
The luxury brand partners with the Explorers Club to support far-flung scientific journeys
Indie design shops are working quietly in the background on many of the best products out there (think of Patagonia's Black Hole duffle). But the gear companies don't want you to know that.
If you like a perfectly cooked bird with minimal hassle, this is your grill
This fall, Eric Larsen hopes to break the speed record to the South Pole. Here’s how he plans to do it.
(Courtesy DJI) DJI Mavic Pro Platinum Drone ($1,099) Sixty percent quieter than its predecessor, DJI’s Mavic Pro Platinum drone offers a remarkable 30 minutes of air time on a charge. Buy Now (Courtesy Sony) Sony A7 III Camera ($2,000) The Sony A7 III camera (lens sold…
(Courtesy Citizen) Citizen Promaster Tough ($495) Badass brothers and clumsy cousins alike will dig the aptly named Citizen Promaster Tough. The reason: it has a shock-resistant case with a hardened coating that’s five times more resilient than regular stainless steel. Therefore it’s almost impervious to scratching and also staves off…
(Courtesy Hatje Cantz) ‘Unwired’ by Jacqueline Hassink ($85) Gifting someone a copy of Unwired (Hatje Cantz), by Jacqueline Hassink, is a tactful way to tell them they need a vacation. The coffee-table book juxtaposes two photography projects from the Dutch artist, one looking at beautiful and remote places with no…
(Courtesy Think Tank) Think Tank Photo SD Pixel Pocket Rocket ($17) Your $8,000 worth of camera gear is useless if you lose the SD card holding your images. Hedge your bets with the Pocket Rocket, a small organizer that holds nine memory cards and clips securely onto your pack.
(Courtesy 1more) 1more Triple Driver In-Ear Headphones ($100) 1more managed to fit three drivers—for highs, mids, and deep bass—into a single earbud, hence the almost impossibly vibrant sound that comes from the Triple Driver In-Ear headphones. Buy Now (Courtesy Taylor) Taylor GS Mini-e Koa…
(Courtesy Eagle Creek) Eagle Creek Wayfinder 20 Pack ($80) The versatile Eagle Creek Wayfinder 20 pack is made from lightweight ripstop and has contoured straps. Cord organizers and pockets for a laptop, a tablet, and other small gadgets add to its functionality. Men's …
Traveling can be stressful, but being organized can make it easier
Taking photos the old-fashioned way will make you better
Turn your game up a notch with these easy-to-use tools
The Australian pro has a few tools she never leaves behind
He’s also shot some of the most epic footage of Canada’s high-mountain playgrounds we’ve ever seen
Reduce your waste this winter by picking up one of these reusable options
Setting up a mobile office anywhere just got easier
It not only illuminates your path but also projects a laser bike image on the ground to make sure drivers see you coming
Tip #1: Leave your iPhone at home
It’s easy to overlook the thing that straps a timepiece to your wrist, but you do so at your peril
Whether for Instagram or the mantelpiece, these shooters capture your escapades best
The latest fitness bands are smarter and svelter than ever