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Scott’s race-ready cyclocross steed

The Scott Addict CX RC is a race-ready cyclocross bike that goes for a sky-high $6,200.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 11, 2009

Vasque trail runner with FootSync

With an on-road body and an off-road soul, the Vasque Transistor FS is the company’s first trail-running shoe designed with its insole-less FootSync system.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 11, 2009

Duofold Base Layer Giveaway

Our Duofold Base Layer Giveaway starts today. Sign up to try and win one of eight wool-based tops.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 11, 2009

The $1,295 Ski Boot

A sneak peek at the self-proclaimed “most expensive ski boot on the market.”

Written by Stephen Regenold September 10, 2009

Review: MSR Denali Evo Ascent Snowshoes

Get ready for winter. Contributor Steve Hitchcock writes on the MSR Denali Evo Ascent Snowshoes after three years of backcountry use.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 09, 2009

Silver and Wool: The Anti-Smell Sock Formula

Wigwam made its latest “anti-smell” sock with a combination of a silver-based treatment and merino wool.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 09, 2009

Vibe Hybrid Commuter Pack

Gregory morphed the best of a messenger bag and a backpack to concoct the Vibe messenger pack.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 09, 2009

Mountain Hardwear in Tokyo

Mountain Hardwear is scheduled to open a company store in Tokyo on Sept. 10, making it the company’s third store in the world.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 09, 2009

Lowe Alpine goes lightweight

The company’s new Zepton and Nanon packs are designed for people trying to transition into lightweight backpacking.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 09, 2009

Upcycled: Looptworks Clothing

A new company, Looptworks is manufacturing repurposed clothes made from scraps of fabric discarded at factories around the world. They are designed for urban lifestyles…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 08, 2009

Waterproof Trail Shoe: Saucony ProGrid Razor

Marketed as a trail running shoe that works for snow or dirt, the Saucony ProGrid Razor has a waterproof eVent treatment and light neoprene gaiters.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 08, 2009

Bouldering: A Primer

More molehill than mountain, bouldering routes rarely top 20 feet tall. But the sport of bouldering can require raw strength and gymnastic prowess beyond what’s…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 07, 2009

Burning Man 2009

Roll up the tents. Pack your sun hats away. Burning Man 2009 — an encampment of art and anarchy in the Nevada desert — comes…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 07, 2009

TNF Paramount Convertible Pant

Versatile legs: The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants zip apart to switch to shorts. Steve Hitchcock, a new contributor, puts the pants to the test.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 07, 2009

Scott’s $6,500 Genius 10

Scott designed a full-suspension mountain bike, the Genius 10, that costs as much as a used car but seems so much better.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 04, 2009

Beer Cooler Messenger Bag

The Timbuk2 Dolores Cooler looks like the company’s Classic messenger bag. But a waterproof interior and insulation throughout transform the bag into a cunning cooler.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 04, 2009

Gregory Muir 24 Pack

Made for the mountains or the city, the Muir 24 is Gregory’s version of the go-anywhere, do-anything daypack.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 04, 2009