How to Choose the Right Shoes for Your Trip The best travel shoes combine versatility, comfort, and style. Here are our favorites, including shoes from ON, OluKai, and Salewa. Written by Billy Brown January 08, 2026
The Best Running Socks of 2025 After months spent pounding the pavement, we found the best running socks of 2025. From Balega to Darn Tough and Saucony, these are the top… Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort and Constance Mahoney January 08, 2026
National Park Pass ‘Stickergate’: Creative Workarounds Find New Ways of Covering Controversial Redesign Not a fan of the new national park pass design? Several artists have proposed creative solutions, despite pushback from the Trump administration. Written by Andrew McLemore January 08, 2026
How to Choose a Yoga Mat Whether you’re new to yoga or have a lifelong practice, using a comfortable, reliable yoga mat is key. Written by Mary Murphy and Elizabeth Millard January 08, 2026
Top-Tier Deals From Nemo Equipment, Timberland, and Rumpl End-of-season sales mean big savings on apparel and footwear. Written by Mary Andino January 08, 2026
This App Covers the Full Cost of Any Emergency Rescue — And It’s Cheaper Than Netflix The app organizes rescues through the OxR service, stays engaged throughout the rescue process, and covers all expenses associated with the rescue, including evacuation. Written by Mary Andino January 08, 2026
Evotrex-PG5 Travel Trailer Powers and Propels Itself for Off-Grid Adventures The Evotrex-PG5 is a fully electric travel trailer that brings the latest EV tech into the backcountry and way off-grid. Written by Bryon Dorr January 08, 2026
Packable, Sturdy, But Pricey: Hunt Arsenal ICON X20 Climbing Stick Review For mobile hunters, premium sticks like the Hunt Arsenal ICON X20 can be a critical component of a lightweight, efficient system. Written by Morgan Nowels January 08, 2026
Heavy Metal: REP x PÉPIN FAST Series Adjustable Dumbbell Review These all-metal dumbbells are extremely durable and top out at a whopping 125 pounds. Written by Billy Brown January 07, 2026
EDC Knife Thinner Than Your Wallet: Vosteed Parallel Review The new Vosteed Parallel takes lightweight carry to a new level with a titanium handle and ultra-thin design. Are you ready for your knife to… Written by Zach Burton January 07, 2026
Simple, Affordable, Effective: Kings Camo XKG Leg Gaiters Review There’s no sense in overcomplicating simple gear. The Kings Camo XKG Leg Gaiters do everything they need to, and nothing they don’t. Written by Morgan Nowels January 07, 2026
Virtual Cycling Treasure Hunt: Explore MyWhoosh, Win Bitcoin Each month this year, an indoor cyclist using MyWhoosh will have the opportunity to find an in-app “treasure” worth 1/12th of a Bitcoin. Written by Andrew McLemore January 07, 2026
Wheelie Control, Virtual Clutch, and Ready to Rip: Segway Shows Off Xaber 300 e-Moto at CES Not self-balancing, but it does use the same gyro-tech to help you learn to wheelie. Segway’s latest electric motorcycle should be a lot of fun. Written by Bryon Dorr January 07, 2026
Montana National Guard Pilot Pleads No Contest in Shed-Hunting Helicopter Case A part-time National Guard aviator was fined after landing a UH-60 to pick up elk sheds on private land. Written by Rachelle Schrute January 07, 2026
Space Heater Doubles as Camp Stove: Ignik Skullet Heater Stove Review The Ignik Skullet packs down small but delivers an incredible amount of heat, ideal for warming up next to and cooking gourmet camping meals. Written by Rebecca Parsons January 07, 2026
No More Tangled Lures: Evolution Fishing Ballistix HANGR 3.7D Tackle Tray Review Most tackle boxes leave treble-hooked lures jumbled and tangled. The Evolution Ballistix HANGR 3.7D Tackle tray keeps them organized. Written by Morgan Nowels January 06, 2026
Steady Shooting in a Small Package: BOG Bantam DeathGrip Shooting Tripod Review When your heart is thumping, and buck fever sets in, the BOG Bantam DeathGrip Tripod provides rock-solid steadiness. Written by Morgan Nowels January 06, 2026
You Can Finally Buy an EV With a Solid-State Battery: It’s a Motorcycle Big range and extremely quick charging are the promises of the new solid-state battery tech in the Verge Motorcycles TS. Written by Nick Schoeps January 06, 2026
Campervan DIY Build Sequence: The Steps to Success Most DIY campervan mistakes don’t come from bad parts; they come from installing good parts in the wrong order. Follow these steps to success. Written by Seiji Ishii January 06, 2026
Mount Everest Climbers Will Soon Pay $4,000 ‘Clean-Up Fee’ After a refundable policy didn’t yield results, the new plan will require the creation of a trash checkpoint and pay rangers to enforce the clean-up… Written by Alexander Haro January 06, 2026
Soft Yet Rigid Protection for Firearms: Plano Diverge Gun Case Review Soft-case weight and simplicity, with the rigidity of a hard case, the Plano Diverge Gun Case has become my favorite. Written by Morgan Nowels January 06, 2026
REI’s ‘Return Tags’ Are an Oral History of Hilarious Outdoor Mishaps The used gear section of the popular outdoor retailer is full of humor, heart, humility, and great deals and discounts on lightly used return items. Written by Mary Andino January 06, 2026
Small, Capable Pack Is a Duck Hunter’s Dream: Drake Waterfowl Large Blind Bag Review Do you really need a blind bag? A backpack seems like it’ll do. That’s what I thought, until I hit the marsh with the Drake… Written by Morgan Nowels January 06, 2026
A Boot for Silent Stalkers: Irish Setter VaprTrek Hunting Boot Review I used to think there wasn’t such a thing as too much boot. Then I met the Irish Setter VaprTrek hunting boots. Written by Morgan Nowels January 05, 2026
The Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2026 Whether you need footwear that can keep up with your hiking boots, a set to slide into after a strenuous climb, or just an everyday… Written by Rebecca Ross and Maddie Downie January 05, 2026
The Almost Attainable Off-Road Sportscar: Kuhl Outroad GR86 A Toyota GR86 that’s ready to tackle dirt the way a stock one attacks pavement? The Outroad GR86 is the epitome of Kuhl. Written by Evan Williams January 05, 2026
Ram Finally Builds Diesel Power Wagon: But It Loses Signature Factory Winch The 2027 Ram Power Wagon finally gets what buyers have been asking for. The Cummins diesel is now along for the ride. Written by Evan Williams January 05, 2026
Slackline Suspected as Cause of Deadly Helicopter Crash in Arizona Canyon The helicopter struck a kilometer-long slackline in Arizona’s Telegraph Canyon this weekend, killing four people. Written by Mary Andino January 05, 2026
Dynamite Dexterity and a Watertight Seal: Chêne Hydro-Lok Wool-Lined Glove Review Duck hunting demands perfect waterproofing. The Chêne Hydro-Lok Wool-Lined gloves are up to the task and offer much more than a watertight seal. Written by Morgan Nowels January 05, 2026
Waterproof but Quiet: FORLOH Women’s AllClima Soft Shell Jacket Review A functional all-around jacket that can beat the rain, wind, and heat, all while staying quiet, the FORLOH AllClima Soft Shell Jacket does the job… Written by Stephanie Mollet January 05, 2026
