Outdoor

Stop ‘Rainbow-Washing’: Pride Month Is About People, Not Product

True allyship for the LGBTQ+ community requires more than ‘rainbow washing’ gear. It’s about supporting the queer community year-round.

Written by Erica Zazo June 23, 2023

Fourth of July Deals: Save Up to 40% During REI’s Sale

Summer’s here, and this sale is a great time to gear up with a new tent, sleeping bag, or backpack before Independence Day.

Free Gear Friday: 1-Year Supply of Eukanuba Dog Food and More

This week, one lucky winner will receive a one-year supply of Eukanuba dog food, one YETI Boomer Bowl, one Eukanuba-branded bumper, and more.

Jetboil Genesis Basecamp Stove System Review: The Benchmark of Car Camping Stoves

This system didn’t just take my cooking to the next level — it now has a permanent place in my van.

Written by Sean Jansen June 21, 2023

Garmin inReach Head-to-Head Test: Move Over Mini 2, the Messenger Is in Town

The Messenger is Garmin’s latest inReach device. With better battery life and antenna, it has a slick new app, all for $100 less than the…

Written by Nick Belcaster June 20, 2023

Hemp Is Here: LEKI Launches World’s First Poles Made From Raw ‘Organic Material’

The world’s first trekking poles made from organic hemp fiber have hit the scene, courtesy of LEKI poles.

Written by Will Brendza June 20, 2023

Review: Vortex Razor HD 4000 GB Rangefinder and GeoBallistics App

Accurate ranges and all the ballistic data a hunter could ever need. The Vortex Razor HD 4000 GB Rangefinder and GeoBallistics App is a clutch…

Written by Josh Kirchner June 15, 2023

LifeStraw Peak Series Solo Water Filter Review: Popular Goes Pocket-Size

The LifeStraw Peak Series Solo water filter is small, light, and effective.

Written by Sean McCoy June 15, 2023

Watch: Rachel Ahtila Hunts Dall Sheep and Mends Broken Family Bonds

Sheep hunting isn’t easy and neither is navigating life with a broken family. Success on the mountain and in the heart are found in ‘How…

Written by Rachelle Schrute June 14, 2023

Only YETI Can Get Away With Selling a $400 Cast Iron Pan

The YETI Cast Iron Skillet may be the most expensive cast iron pan on the market. But, is it worth the $400 price tag?

Written by Rachelle Schrute June 13, 2023

One Tent, 6 Configurations: Sea to Summit Ikos TR3 Review

Not a backpacking tent and not a car camping tent: the Sea to Summit Ikos TR3 is a “comfort-backpacking tent,” and now I can’t stop…

Written by Nick LeFort June 12, 2023

Gearing Up to Bonefish the Bahamas

Bonefish are the ultimate prize for flats flycasters, and there’s not much debate as to why. Here’s how to make the most of your trip.

Written by Nick Honachefsky June 12, 2023

Gear to Go ‘With’: A Colored Pencil Set for the Mountains and Beyond

If you’re an artist with big adventure plans but limited pack space, With’s colored pencil set just might make it into your permanent kit.

Written by Andrew Marshall June 12, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Strafe ‘Trail to Summit’ Hiking Kit

This week, two lucky winners will receive a full hiking apparel kit (more than $1,000 value) from Strafe.

QuietKat Launches New Tech: 3 E-Bike Classes in 1

QuietKat has announced a big software update, VPO, which allows riders to change between e-bike classes with the push of a button.

Written by Rachelle Schrute June 09, 2023

Inflatable Tent Floats on a Bed of Air, on Land or Water: Meet the ‘Space Acacia’

The futuristic Space Acacia tent is a glamping marvel — with a pop-up structure, a large canopy, and an inflatable floor that makes the shelter…

Written by Will Brendza June 08, 2023

B Corp Gone Bad? One Company’s Futile Fight Against a Beneficent Giant

By now, you’ve seen the circled ‘B’ emblem on labels in virtually every section of every major retailer. Does it mean anything anymore?

Written by Sam Anderson June 07, 2023

Speedland Creates Blood-Splattered Trail Running Shoes for Pro Hunter Cam Hanes

You already know about pre-shredded blue jeans. What about a pair of pre-bloodied running shoes? The new design is sure to raise eyebrows.

Written by Andrew McLemore June 07, 2023

Browning Envy Hunting Blind Review: Standing Tall in the Woods

The Browning Envy allows space and concealment for hunters to stand and shoot when looking to fill their next tag.

Written by Zach Burton June 07, 2023

From Alden to Zace: Gear ‘Yellow Pages’ Lists Over 750 Made-in-USA Brands

The ‘Crafted With Pride’ reference book offers an old-school index with insights on nearly 1,000 American gear brands.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 06, 2023

Help Prevent Your Dog From Overheating This Spring

Eukanuba is drawing attention to the dangers of exertional heat-related illness in dogs. Your pet needs time to acclimate to higher temperatures.

Put a Smile on Dad’s Face With Polaris

Get Dad some outdoor gear he’ll put to good use. From camp chairs to side-by-sides, here are some of our favorite gift ideas from Polaris.

Check Out the 9 New National Recreation Trails Announced for ‘Great Outdoors Month’

The Secretary of the Interior announced on June 2 that the National Park Service was expanding the National Trails System by 340 miles.

Written by Will Brendza June 05, 2023

Free Gear Friday: Win a Backpacking Pack and Tent From Mountain Equipment Company

This week, two lucky winners will receive a Spark 2.0 lightweight tent and a Zephyr 65L pack from Mountain Equipment Company.

Comfortable, Durable, and Not What You’d Expect: Wondery’s Isabel 2.0 Pant Review

Typically, I’d scoff at anything 97% cotton for outdoor use. But surprisingly, not these pants. Hear me out.

Written by Mattie Schuler June 02, 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

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

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