Maternity Bike Shorts, Convertible Grill Fire Pit, ‘Sea Wolf’ Dive Watch, and More Emerging Gear From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Written by Austin Beck-Doss June 01, 2023
How to Transport Your Dirt Bike: Hitch Carriers vs. Trailers There are a few solid ways to carry a dirt bike, but hitch carriers and trailers are some of the easiest, most economical, and convenient. Written by Morgan Tilton June 01, 2023
Adventure Travel With a Toddler: Basic Gear for a Fun, Active Getaway Don’t fret: Having a kid does not spell the end of carefree travel! These necessities will reduce fuss and maximize fun for everyone. Written by Katie Jedlicka Sieve June 01, 2023
Schwalbe Bicycle Inner Tube Recycling Program Starts Today Schwalbe starts an inner tube recycling program in the United States today. Here’s how it works. Written by Andrew McLemore June 01, 2023
Rapha Explore Collection Review: Big Money, Big Performance Gravel Gear The Rapha Explore collection is a cohesive system that’s simple, durable, and crafted for the long haul. But it comes with a hefty price tag. Written by Andy Cochrane June 01, 2023
Best in Show: Overland Expo West 2023 Join us to explore the latest and greatest gear from Overland Expo West 2023, the largest vehicle-based adventure gathering in North America. Written by Bryon Dorr June 01, 2023
Deuter Aircontact Core Backpack Review: My Original Survived 10 Years — Will the Updated Pack Last as Long? I’ve been using the Deuter Aircontact Lite for 10 years. After the brand updated the pack and changed its name, I wanted to see how… Written by Aubrey Byron May 31, 2023
Sitka’s Ecosystems Grant Program: Investing in Conservation Sitka’s not just interested in big game populations. The scope is bigger than that. The brand says it can see the forest for the trees. Written by Sam Anderson May 31, 2023
Shower in the Wild: Geyser System vs. NEMO Helio LX Head-to-Head Review We compared two of some of the most popular shower system options on market: the Geyser and Heater Shower, and the NEMO Helio LX. Written by Claire Barber May 31, 2023
Miracle Blister Prevention: Why Leukotape Is the Surprise Solution Leukotape is breathable, tearable, works when wet, and it is particularly well suited for preventing friction blisters. Written by Bergen Tjossem May 31, 2023
Cascadia 4×4 VSS System Review: Hood-Mounted Solar for Your Off-Grid Adventures We test the latest overland vehicle solar tech and come away impressed. The Cascadia 4×4 VSS hood-mounted solar panel is worth a closer look. Written by Nick Schoeps May 31, 2023
Polar Teams With Casio: G-SHOCK ‘Move’ DWH5600 Sports Watch Review This new entry in Casio’s Powered by Polar catalog has the potential to send G-SHOCK’s classic formula to new heights. Written by Josh Wussow May 31, 2023
Legendary Race Director Laz Lake Talks How to Survive a Backyard Ultra The inventor of the famously painful Barkley Marathons travels to New Zealand to share his thoughts on a backyard ultra. Written by Andrew Marshall May 31, 2023
‘Most Off-Road-Capable Midsize Truck’: 2024 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison The 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison is ready to roam! AEV has put its special sauce on the truck. This time, that includes 35″ tires. Written by Bryon Dorr May 31, 2023
Safer Cycling: AURA System Fuses Helmet, Lights, and App to Improve Night Visibility The AURA by Unit 1 integrates a host of handy safety features with a smartphone app. And the price ain’t bad either. Written by Andrew Marshall May 30, 2023
Dumpster Diving: The Proven Path to Professional Success in the Outdoors It’s hard to imagine Dumpster diving as a path to success, but many leaders in the outdoor industry started with this humble beginning. Written by James Lucas May 30, 2023
David vs. Goliath: FSA Takes On Shimano, SRAM With K-Force WE 12s Groupset FSA is getting into the road bike component ring with Shimano and SRAM with its K-Force WE 12s groupset. Written by Josh Ross May 30, 2023
‘Always So Good’: Dane Jackson Cruises Down Classic Cali Whitewater Route Gorgeous scenery, fast rapids, easy logistics, and just a short drive from Sacramento: The Yuba River offers iconic kayaking. Written by Andrew McLemore May 30, 2023
2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Review: Toyota’s Biggest 3-Row SUV Yet The Toyota Grand Highlander is really big, but the latest Toyota is more than just a slightly longer Highlander. Written by Evan Williams May 30, 2023
Vosteed Raccoon Review: Rip Through Boxes on a Budget The Vosteed Raccoon stands toe-to-toe with much more expensive knives for a slick EDC option on a small budget. Written by Anthony Sculimbrene May 30, 2023
Supreme Court Weakens Clean Water Act, Stripping Wetland Protections A landmark order by the Supreme Court changes the definition of ‘water’ for America’s strongest bulwark against water pollution: the Clean Water Act. Written by Sam Anderson May 30, 2023
You Want Me to Rappel on That? Petzl RAD Line, Mammut Glacier Cord Head-to-Head Review 6mm hyperstatic cords like the Mammut Glacier Cord and Petzl RAD Line offer big benefits to mountaineers and backcountry skiers — but they come with… Written by Bergen Tjossem May 30, 2023
‘World’s Most Portable Boat’ Boasts 12V Electric Motor, Fits in a Trunk ‘The barriers to becoming a boat person are gone,’ the maker of this lily pad-shaped, aquatic electric scooter says. Written by Sam Anderson May 30, 2023
52 ‘Everests’ in a Year: Cyclist Climbs — And Keeps Climbing — For Charity Jack ‘Ultracyclist’ Thompson rode an ‘Everest’ every week for a year, racking up a million meters of climbing for charity. Written by Sam Anderson May 29, 2023
The 10 Best Car Detailing Kits The best car detailing kits include a product for every detailing task. Check out our selection of the top choices on the market. Written by Kristen Arendt May 26, 2023
Meet the Icemaking Cooler With Its Own Battery: EcoFlow GLACIER Powered Cooler Review The EcoFlow GLACIER cooler can be controlled via a smartphone app, has impressive battery power, and even has a built-in icemaker. Written by Kraig Becker May 26, 2023
Save Up to 40%: Weekly Deals From Vasque, BioLite, and More Find great deals on outdoor gear. That’s our goal each week. This week, save on power stations, hiking boots, and more. Written by Austin Beck-Doss May 26, 2023
Hiker Dies in Grand Canyon Trekking From Rim to Colorado River and Back in a Day A 36-year-old woman died on the popular Bright Angel Trail, the park announced recently. It’s the second confirmed death on the trail this year. Written by Sam Anderson May 26, 2023
Adventure Wagon Campervan Review: Modular Minimalism for the Win The Adventure Wagon is not like other campervan builds you’ll see. It’s completely modular, adaptable, and makes for a fantastic basecamp. Written by Mary Murphy May 26, 2023
Fly Like a Finn With Verge’s F1-Inspired Electric Motorcycle Verge teased us with its rim-drive electric motor nearly 5 years ago. In 2023, it will ship the TS Pro Hakkinen Signature Edition electric motorcycle. Written by Nick Schoeps May 26, 2023
