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Wintry parking lots and cumbersome ski gear have finally met their match

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Bomber bags for air travel, daily commuting, or any adventure off the beaten path

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This nifty container makes gear organization a cinch

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These bags’ innovative features make them standouts for adventure travel

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Getting through airports is a far easier proposition with the Thule RoundTrip

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One of our favorite adventure travel brands will be relegated to the gilded halls of Ebay by the end of the year

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Your body will thank you

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Bringing order to parental chaos is an uphill battle, but these products can help

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Now’s a great time to save a few bucks on hiking gear

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With haulers this featured and well designed, you’ll be ready for anything

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Escape the crowds with a self-supported weekend paddle

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Masks, slippers, and shackets—what else do you need?

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Comfort and convenience are key when settling in behind the wheel

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The ursine inhabitants of the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center test dozens of containers each year to see if they're worthy of bear-proof certification

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Having fun on an overnight adventure with your kids is all about preparation

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Gear to maximize your comfort on even the roughest of roads

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Make the most of the warm days with these river and lake essentials

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This new one-bag travel solution provides order in a chaotic world

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With a little extra planning, it's easy to be self-sufficient and safe when it comes to packing food for a long road trip. Here's how we do it.

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There are important decisions to make before and after your recyclables leave your hands

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The problem is a global one, but individual actions still matter

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Versatile bags to withstand your wildest journeys

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The retail giant wants to increase participation and diversity in the outdoors by lowering the cost barrier

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It's fair to be skeptical of instant coffee. But after tasting Laird Instafuel, even one of our coffee-snob editors has been converted.

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Trash-compactor sacks are the most inexpensive way to keep your gear dry

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We've been married 13 years and backpacked more than 12,000 miles together. This is what we've learned.

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Freitag's 85-liter Zippelin duffel uses innovative materials and packs down to the size of a shoebox. But is it worth the $980 price tag?

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This magic fiber has been keeping humans warm for a very long time

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Because an organized road-tripper is a happy road-tripper

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The best luggage for the overhead bin and the space under your seat

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From beers on the river to a family picnic, the Compass has you covered

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When it comes to bringing a personal item on a plane, I like to keep it simple. This is the bag I grab before every flight.

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The pieces we kept coming back to

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It's going to take a lot more work to move from plastic to compostable packaging

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I traveled abroad on a shoestring budget. Here's how I did it—and how you can, too.

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I traveled through three climates in three weeks and didn't check a bag. Here's how I packed.

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A well-packed ski bag can mean the difference between an epic holiday and trashed gear. Here's how to do it right.

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A well-packed ski bag can mean the difference between an epic holiday and trashed gear. Here's how to do it right.

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This bag is wildly useful and perfect for your weekend adventures

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Nothing puts a damper on a vacation like losing your wallet, laptop, or luggage. This technology will help you keep track of what's most important.

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Gently used apparel and a new upcycled line are available at the Boulder storefront

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Invest in an Eagle Creek bag—it'll last a lifetime

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The answer: it depends. But we read through the fine print so you don't have to.

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Don’t let a little precipitation keep you inside

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The North Face Base Camp duffel will fit everything you need, no matter the trip—and it's practically indestructible

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If you're looking for adventure, leave your roller bag behind

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These simple packing steps will go a long way (like, 2,000 miles long) to making you a less burdened traveler

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You're not going to want to do this at home

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The company took an overlooked piece of gear and made it significantly more useful

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Keep your gear compact and safe with these handy haulers

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From baggage fees to rental cars, here are the common mistakes that will cost you when traveling—and how to avoid them

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Better products may come at a higher price, but their value will serve you on many occasions, in some cases decades

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An ideal quilt for summer and fall in the Mountain West

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Backcountry’s 30-liter Adventure Pack fits everything I need in a sleek, efficient package

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Smart features make this a reliable line for the crag and the gym

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Why drive a car when you can saddle up on one of these?

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Expert-tested gear—at a discount

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Having the right bags keeps your stuff organized and safe so you can focus on having fun

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I've spent almost two months testing this tough midweight load hauler. Here are my impressions.

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When it comes to select essentials, spending more now will save you money later

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Including an easy-to-set-up tent, an ultralight camp chair, and a sleeping bag made almost completely from recycled materials

Gear hacks for a good backpacking trip when the weather goes bad

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Sleep so magnificent, you’ll be turning in early

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Stuff to keep you comfortable for a day (or a month) on the trail

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Adventure-ready bags for cargo hold or overhead bin

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My first backpack trip of 2019 is this month. These are the critical and interesting items that I'm taking with me.

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A 25 percent tax on bikes, helmets, gloves, and backpacks could hit the industry—and your wallet—hard

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I'm careful with my consumption, but what I found scared me

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It's almost summer. Here's how to avoid loading up on junk food as you fly off to mountain and beach adventures.

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Traveling with large gear can get pricey. Here's how to bring your mountain bike or surfboard along without going broke.

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Get outside for a night (or two) with this roundup of backpacking must-dos

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When I'm biking to work in the rain, I need my gear to stay bone-dry. Here's why I grab this bag first.

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Step one: don't break it. But if you do...

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A road-warrior parent of two small children shares his favorite gear for wee ones on the go

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