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One Blade, Dozens of Uses: SOG Tellus FX Review

Slice, chop, hammer, pry, dig, baton — the $60 SOG Tellus FX does it all.

Written by Nick LeFort March 25, 2024

This Bag Survived Our Move to New Zealand: Patagonia Black Hole Wheeled 100L Duffel Review

Whether you’re traveling the world or just need a burly mega-duffel for all your skiing, biking, and climbing gear, the Patagonia Black Hole Wheeled 100L…

Written by Courtney Holden March 21, 2024

Edelrid Rage Ice Axe Review: Solid Tool in Steep Terrain

The new Edelrid Rage ice axe was a highly effective tool for taking down big routes in Alaska’s backcountry this winter.

Written by Seiji Ishii March 21, 2024

4-Season, Off-Road, Off-Grid Camper Trailer: 2024 Imperial Outdoors XploreRV X195 Review

We took the Imperial Outdoors XploreRV X195 camper trailer winter camping to see if it lived up to its off-grid four-season hype.

Written by Bruce Smith March 20, 2024

Wildly Popular Mid-Travel Mountain Bike Just Got Better: Revel Rascal V2 Review

The new Revel Rascal proved to be a mid-travel bike that made me rethink having an XC bike and a trail bike.

Written by Berne Broudy March 19, 2024

Tough, USA-Made, Solar-Powered Field Watch: Vaer C5 Tactical Review

Vaer’s C5 Tactical has solar charging, good durability, and a tasteful appearance that make it a great value for a watch meant to get down…

Written by Sean McCoy March 19, 2024

5-Year Sleeping Bag Quilt Test: Feathered Friends Flicker Ultralight Review

The feathered Friends Flicker UL Sleeping Bag Quilt has been used and abused over 5 years on many camping and backpacking trips. It still keeps…

Written by Xiaoling Keller March 19, 2024

Family Car Camping Companion: 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT Review

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is a feature-rich three-row SUV that is ready for adventure and is value-priced. Here’s what I found in my first…

Written by Bryon Dorr March 19, 2024

Slush Runner: adidas TERREX Free Hiker GORE-TEX 2.0 Review

The adidas TERREX Free Hiker GORE-TEX 2.0 is not exactly a running shoe. But when a huge snowstorm hit Denver, that didn’t slow me down.

Written by Sean McCoy March 19, 2024

Move Over MagnaCut: Old-School ‘Steroid Steel’ Makes the GiantMouse Biblio XL a Knockout

With MagnaCut stealing the show in 2023, GiantMouse brings back one of my favorite steels, Elmax, for the Biblio XL.

Written by Nick LeFort March 18, 2024

Skills, Smiles, and Slides: Bridgestone Winter Driving School

If you want to be a safer driver, and have more fun behind the wheel, when conditions get snowy and icy attend the Bridgestone Winter…

Written by Bryon Dorr March 18, 2024

Rugged Comms for Long Range: Rocky Talkie 5W Radio Review

The Rockie Talkie 5-Watt Radio proved reliable in some extremely rough, tough backcountry and high alpine missions. They’re now an essential piece of my kit…

Written by Seiji Ishii March 18, 2024

Rugged Yet Regal: 2024 Kia Sorento SX-Prestige X-Pro Review

For 2024, adding X-Pro to the Kia Sorento keeps the luxuries, adds 17″ wheels with A/T tires, and adds towing capacity. The price approaches $50K,…

Written by Robin Warner March 18, 2024

Sleeping Bag for All Has 9 Different Sizes: REI Magma 15 Review

REI ditched gendered sizes in its redesign of its best-selling Magma sleeping bag line.

Written by Nate Mitka and Mary Murphy March 15, 2024

Safe for Sweat: Arc’teryx Cerium Down Jacket Is Ideal for High Output

With a refined fit from previous versions, and Arc’teryx “down composite mapping” the Cerium Hoody is one of the most comfortable and technically adept down…

Written by Nate Lemin March 15, 2024

Hack Carry-On Rules: Osprey Archeon Kit Gives Power Back to Passengers

A bag on my chest, a sling on my shoulder, even a bag on my backpack — the Osprey Archeon system is a carry-on like none…

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 14, 2024

Collapsible Camp Cookware for Gas and Induction Stoves: Sea to Summit Detour First Look

Sea to Summit just launched its first-ever collapsible camping kitchen set, the Detour Collection.

Written by Will Brendza March 14, 2024

OR’s Most Eco-Friendly Shell Has a Trick Up Its Sleeve: Outdoor Research Aspire II Jacket Review

The Outdoor Research Aspire II Jacket is not only taking major strides in sustainability, but it’s also pushing the envelope on innovation with its TorsoFlo…

Written by Rebecca Ross March 14, 2024

Micro in Name Only, These Spikes Got Bite: Kahtoola MICROspikes Review

Don’t let the word ‘micro’ fool you. The serious steel spikes of the Kahtoola MICROspikes are designed to keep you upright in the iciest midwinter…

Written by Maddie Downie March 13, 2024

My Favorite Ice Climbing Gear for Alaskan Epics

I’ve been chasing frozen formations in Alaska for decades. Here is my list of favorite ice climbing gear for the big routes in the 49th…

Written by Seiji Ishii March 13, 2024

Smokeless, Folding Ultralight Wood Stove: Ganesha Stove First Look Review

The Ganesha Ultralight Stove is featherweight, folds flat, packs easily into small spaces, uses a gasifier design to mitigate smoke, heats food and water quickly,…

Written by Will Brendza March 12, 2024

Refined Analog Sportscar Value Marks End of an Era: Lotus Emira Review

Take a deep dive into all things Lotus Emira with me. This last gas-powered Lotus is a refined analog sportscar, but still has some real…

Written by Bryon Dorr March 08, 2024

Springy, Fair-Weather Fun: Reebok ‘FloatZig 1’ Review

Great for light joggers and experienced runners alike, the FloatZig 1 is big on bounce, with just enough performance to merit a look.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 07, 2024

Kula Cloth Review: Another Arrow in the Leave-No-Trace Quiver

Kula Cloth seeks to reduce the amount of toilet paper necessary for a trip into the backcountry. Do I really need a specific, colorful cloth…

Written by Andrea Wilson March 07, 2024

If Apple Made Knives: Kaviso Mini Keen Review

Simple and clean, the Kaviso Mini Keen Review is a fine pocketknife for EDC use at a reasonable price.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene March 06, 2024

Serious Warmth Without the Weight: Sitka Kelvin Aerolite Jacket Review

Big warmth in a small package. The Sitka Kelvin Aerolite Jacket is a solid choice for backcountry hunters who aren’t looking to add weight to…

Written by Josh Kirchner March 06, 2024

LOFI Stove Review: Light, Efficient, Battery-Powered Wood Stove

Wood stoves have always been fun at camp, but hard to justify on the trail. Fresh off Kickstarter, this stove is the best swing so…

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl March 06, 2024

An EDC Boot for the Mid-Level Chase: Meindl EuroLight Hunter 300 Review

The Meindl EuroLight 300 scratches the itch for a well-built traditional leather boot that covers many light-to-medium-duty cold-weather hunts.

Written by Paul Kemper March 05, 2024

Seek Outside U-Turn Tent Stove Review: Lightweight Heat in Modular Titanium Package

Price is a big barrier to hot tent camping. Fortunately, Seek Outside’s Large Tent Stove is three stoves in one, offering less weight and more…

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl March 05, 2024

Playful Skis for Steeps, Inbounds & Out: Romp Oso 105 Review

The 2024 version of the Romp Oso got a sweet facelift and a handful of practical design changes and updates that have made this popular…

Written by Will Brendza March 04, 2024

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