Black Diamond Vision Down Parka Review: A Tougher Puffy
New for Black Diamond in 2019, Liquid Crystal Polymer fabric promises better durability in the Vision Down Parka.
Velomacchi Speedway Tool Roll Review: Pack Tightly
Velomacchi builds a functional, compact, and — dare we say — stylish way to stash tools on your motorcycle.
Space-Saving Solutions for Campervan Living
A van provides a great space to build a custom adventure vehicle. But while vans have more interior space than many cars and trucks, they still have limited square footage. Here, we offer tips to plan your van build.
LifeSaver Jerrycan Review: A Clean Water Solution for Your Truck
LifeSaver improves an age-old off-roading staple — the jerrycan — with modern filtration technology. We tested it over a hot Texas summer of dirt roads and daily adventures to see if it really offers the peace of mind it advertises.
Kammok Launches Packable, Waterproof Packs
The brand most people know for hammocks enters the backpack and duffel market.
Edelrid Drastically Improves Climbing Rope’s Cut Resistance With Aramid
The Swift Protect Pro Dry 8.9 is the first dynamic single climbing rope with built-in cut resistance.
Boreal Dharma Review: All-Around Climbing Shoe With an Amazing Fit
A great fit and incredible heel round out a high-performance, all-around sport climbing shoe.
Beal Birdie Review: A New Device for Assisted-Braking Belay
With the Birdie, Beal delivers a compact and aggressively priced assisted-braking belay device.
NEMO Dragonfly 2-Person Tent Review: Ultralight, Ultralivable
The NEMO Dragonfly 2P backpacking tent checks all the boxes for two people headed out on the hiking trail.
Crash Testing Bike Helmets? POC Sports & Volvo Cars Collaborate
POC Sports builds a lot of safety gear for cycling, snowboarding, and skiing. Now, POC has embarked on a new initiative with Volvo Cars to further advance cyclist safety.
Arc’teryx Launches ‘Rock Solid’ Used Gear Program
Arc’teryx aims to reduce its environmental impact by half with a buyback program.
Osprey Exos 58 Review: Popular Lightweight Backpack Gets Better
The Osprey Exos 58 is a capable, multiday, framed backpack nearly as light as many frameless models. We put it to the test for this review.
GORE-TEX T-Shirt? INFINIUM Performance Fiber Makes It a Reality
With the INFINIUM branding, Gore moves past its venerable waterproof roots. The most ubiquitous name in outdoor materials technology made the Breeze INFINIUM Shirt for running. This is our first look.
Deuter Speed Lite Daypack Review: Forget About the Weight
Well-positioned padding, honeycomb foam, and a pliable Delrin frame make it feel like there’s next to nothing in the Deuter Speed Lite daypack. We tested the low-profile, lightweight pack over 6 months for this review.
Do You Learn Anything Useful in Survival School?
Is survival school worth your time? Our writer took a 2-day survival training class to find out.
‘Four Wheel’ Pop-Up Camper Review: RV Comfort, 4WD Access
Four Wheel Pop-Up Campers has options that fit on your truck’s bed, giving drivers a luxurious camping setup while maintaining the vehicle’s all-terrain capability. We tested the Four Wheel Hawk pop-up camper for this review.
MSR Thru-Hiker Mesh House Review: Sub-2-Pound Shelter
MSR squares up with cottage industry brands in a minimalist 10.2-ounce solo bug shelter.
Work-to-Gym Climbing Pack Vents the Funk From Your Junk: Review
The Trango City Sender is a work-to-gym pack that eliminates one of the most frustrating things about climbing packs: the smell.
Trango Crag Pack 2.0 Review: A Top Backpack Choice for Rock Climbers
The Trango Crag Pack 2.0 is a durable, capable gear-hauler at a great price.
‘Silent Nights’: NEMO Tensor Ultralight Sleeping Pad Review
Unique construction silences and stabilizes the new NEMO Tensor sleeping pad, which we review here.
First Look: NEMO Kyan 35 Synthetic Mummy Sleeping Bag
Patent-pending FeatherCore insulation closes the gap to down in the NEMO Kyan 35 Synthetic Mummy sleeping bag.
Suction Cup Bike Rack: Testing the Safety of Kupper Car Mounts
Will giant suction cups securely transport your bicycle?
Alaska Gear Test: Patagonia M10 Anorak & Galvanized Pants Review
The Patagonia M10 Anorak and Galvanized Pants blend minimalism and performance for hardcore alpine adventures. But these garments took a beating in our Alaskan ice climbing test for this review.
Five Ten Quantum VCS Climbing Shoe Review: All Feet Welcome
All-day comfort meets all-around performance in the Five Ten Quantum VCS. From powerful edging on moderately steep terrain to heel and toe hooks along favorite bouldering projects, this shoe takes on a little bit of everything.
Somewear Global Hotspot Review: Simple Off-Grid Assistance
Forgoing all the fancy extras, Somewear relies heavily on users’ phones to power its wearable hotspot. But does that ease of use make for reliability headaches? We put the app-based satellite communicator to the test.
World’s Skinniest Half Rope: Edelrid Pro Dry 7.1 Review
We put ‘the skinniest and lightest half rope money can buy’ to the test.
Review: Patagonia Micro Puff Storm Upgrades the King of Puffies
Patagonia improves its most advanced puffy ever to stand up to even wetter conditions.
12 Best Fitness Gifts for the Outdoor Athlete
Help the outdoor enthusiasts and fitness freaks train hard and recover better with these athlete-focused gifts.
23 Best Stocking Stuffers: Gadgets and Gear
Whether you need a budget-friendly present or a grin-worthy stocking stuffer, we’ve got the best gift ideas.
Marmot Castle Peak Jacket Review: Fend Off Moisture Inside and Out
Marmot employs the latest tech from Polartec to create a full-featured backcountry ski jacket. With it, the brand hopes to raise the level of comfort and mobility to match the Castle Peak’s warmth and waterproofing.
Rain Shell Review: Lightweight Black Diamond Climbing Jacket Punches Above Its Weight Class
Black Diamond’s new for 2018 BD.dry produces an excellent three-season, just-in-case rain shell.