Reviews

Hammock Camping in Winter? OneTigris ROCDOMUS Hot Tent Makes It Possible on a Budget

The ROCDOMUS Hammock Hot Tent aspires to do it all on a budget, from providing a hot hang for winter hammockers, to being a lightweight…

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl January 30, 2024

GOAT Multi-Tool Review: A Capable, Customizable Winner — With a Few Caveats

The world’s first fully customizable multitool offers progressive engineering and unparalleled flexibility — but with a few growing pains.

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl January 29, 2024

Serious Pants for Serious Bowhunters: Sitka Gear Intercept Pants Review

Spot-and-stalk bowhunters would do themselves a disservice by not checking out the Sitka Gear Intercept Pants for highly technical hunts.

Written by Josh Kirchner January 29, 2024

Sustainable Bibs That Will Fit Almost Anyone: TREW Gear TREWth PRIMO Bib Review

When the snow gets deep, the TREW Gear TREWth PRIMO Bibs excel. Matched with new 100% recycled fabric and extended sizing, there’s a whole lot…

Written by Eric Phillips January 26, 2024

Energy-Saving, Fast-Heating: Hedgehog Buddy i3 Boot and Glove Dryer Review

The Hedgehog Buddy i3 generates enough hot air in an hour to heat a small home, fights odors and kills bacteria, and dries boots, gloves,…

Written by Will Brendza January 26, 2024

Unique, Functional, and Downright Cozy: WeeDo OhDeer Deer Snowsuit Review

With extra padding and durability added to high-use areas like the knees, elbows, and butt, the WeeDo OhDeer Snowsuit is as comfortable and durable as…

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort January 26, 2024

Undercover E-Bike: Desiknio X20 Gravel Review

Desiknio’s X20 Gravel e-bike tames even the gnarliest gravel courses, and most onlookers will never know it is motorized.

Written by Mark Wilson January 24, 2024

Your Home Mattress Away From Home: NEMO Roamer Double Review

The NEMO Roamer Double is an uncompromising twin-occupancy camping mattress designed with the long haul in mind.

Written by Nate Lemin January 24, 2024

Easy-On, Easy-Off, Expert-Level Ski Boots: Dalbello Cabrio LV 130 Review

The Dalbello Cabrio LV 130 three-piece boots ski smooth and powerfully, yet soften impacts in harder snow — and unlike most traditional overlap boots, getting…

Written by Bergen Tjossem January 23, 2024

Pack the Fire, Not the Smoke: UCO Flatpack Smokeless Firepit and Grill Review

The UCO Flatpack Smokeless Firepit and Grill uses double-wall design to burn off the particulates of smoke.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 23, 2024

The Layer I’ve Been Living In: Rab VaporRise Summit Jacket Review

From sport-specific testing to everyday use, Rab’s VaporRise softshell became one of the best layers I tested all year.

Written by Mary Murphy January 22, 2024

The Last Puzzle Piece for a Sustainable Ski Kit: Opolis Optics Goggles Review

The Opolis Optics goggles aim to be the world’s first fully sustainable snow goggles. Launched in late 2023, we put them to the test this…

Written by Alisha McDarris January 22, 2024

Performance-Oriented Snowboard Boots Never Felt So Comfortable: Nitro Chase Dual BOA Review

The Nitro Chase Dual BOAs are the snowboard boots your feet have been waiting for — they might be the most comfortable and adjustable we’ve…

Written by Eric Phillips January 19, 2024

Workwear Meets Streetwear: Mountain Hardwear Jackson Ridge Pant Review

When you think of budget outdoor clothing, what comes to mind? While I love a good used gear sale, here’s another strategy: invest in versatility.

Written by Katie Botwin January 19, 2024

Out With Down, In With Oyster Shell Insulation: Jetty Puffer Jacket Review

A surf brand from the East Coast is using oyster shells and recycled polyester to create eco-friendly insulation — and we really liked the puffy…

Written by David Young January 18, 2024

From Chaos to Order: Thule RoundTrip Cycling Gear Bag Perfectly Organizes Ride Preparation

The Thule Round Trip organized our cycling editor’s gear for every ride. Never forget or misplace anything!

Written by Seiji Ishii January 18, 2024

100+ Days, 1,000 Miles on a SUP: The Gear I Used and Why

What on earth do you pack for a 1,000-mile paddle trip down a saltwater coast? And how on earth do you fit it all on…

Written by Sean Jansen January 17, 2024

Locking Skin System for Backcountry Powder Laps: 4FRNT Hoji Ski With 4-Lock Skin System Review

It’s flu season and when 4FRNT’s new Hojis with 4-Lock showed up, I was struck — with powder fever. As if I needed another reason…

Written by Bergen Tjossem January 17, 2024

Nordica’s Best All-Mountain Skis Just Got Better: 2024 Nordica Enforcer & Santa Ana Review

For the 2024/25 ski season, Nordica is updating two of its most popular all-mountain skis — the Enforcer and the Santa Ana. Now, they’re more…

Written by Mary Murphy and Sean McCoy January 17, 2024

The CIVIVI Sendy Review: A Lightning-Fast Reminder to Slow the F*** Down

The CIVIVI Sendy marries grandpa’s pocket knife with a grown-up Boy Scout tool. And it’s nostalgically wonderful.

Written by Nick LeFort January 17, 2024

Top-Notch Bowhunting on a Budget: Stan SoleX Release Review

Exceptional performance doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. The SoleX release from Stan Releases is easily one of the best $100 releases…

Written by Josh Kirchner January 17, 2024

A Cowboy Wok for Elevated Outdoor Grub: iKamper Disco Series Review

Made for the rough and rugged, this camp cooker cranks the dial on outdoor fine dining without turning its back on basic or blue-collar favorites…

Written by Nick Belcaster January 16, 2024

Portability Meets Comfort in the Deer Woods: CRÜZR XC Saddle Review

The CRÜZR XC saddle offers plenty of comfort and adjustability for hunters who spend dozens of days in the trees each fall.

Written by Adam Moore January 16, 2024

Go Fast, Have Fun: Cannondale Scalpel SE2 Blends the Best of XC, Trail

The Cannondale Scalpel SE2 delivered nimble handling, efficient power delivery over terrain unfit for a pure XC bike.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 16, 2024

This Minimalist Bra Is a ‘Quiet Crusher’: Nobull Matte V-Neck Sports Bra Review

Born in the CrossFit gym and ready for mountain pursuits, the Nobull Matte V-Neck Sports Bra holds its own indoors and out.

Written by Lily Ritter January 12, 2024

Give’r Frontier Mitten Review: A Surefire Waterproof & Coldproof Leather Mitt

The Give’r Frontier Mittens stand out for their extreme warmth, breathability, durability and high-quality leather.

Written by Mattie Schuler January 12, 2024

The Only Way to Truly Bearproof a Cooler: BearBolts Review

BearBolts are the only IGBC-certified cooler security devices that can bearproof your bear-resistant ice box. We didn’t have any grizzlies to test them against —…

Written by Nick LeFort January 11, 2024

Super-Light Bike Helmet With Enhanced Protection: Lazer Z1 KinetiCore Review

The Lazer Z1 KinetiCore was an excellent all-arounder, boasting light weight, excellent fit, great ventilation, and an impressive feature set.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 10, 2024

Recharge, Repack, Multi-Deploy: Ortovox Avabag Litric Pack Review

The Litric Avabag from Ortovox is one of the most user-friendly and versatile avalanche airbags on the market. It’s rechargeable, reusable, and TSA-friendly, and it…

Written by Berne Broudy January 09, 2024

Packable, Technical, and Intensely Warm: La Sportiva Supercouloir 1000 Down Jacket Review

La Sportiva’s Supercouloir 1000 down jacket boasts a solid warmth-to-weight ratio, compresses impressively, and has the technical chops to tackle challenging routes.

Written by Bergen Tjossem January 09, 2024

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