Reviews

Lighter Than Hyperlite: Outdoor Vitals CS40 Ultra Backpack Carries 20x Its Weight

I’ve worn over 20 backpacking packs in the past year, and the 27-ounce Outdoor Vitals CS40 Ultra Backpack carries weight the best.

Written by Sam Schild July 12, 2023

Alpacka Whitewater Refuge Packraft Review: A Heckuva Lot of Paddling Muscle in a Truly Packable Size

Function over form has always been the rule for packrafts, but boats like the Alpacka Whitewater Refuge are bending that rule.

Written by Nick Belcaster July 11, 2023

Hot Pants! Salewa ‘Lavaredo Hemp Light’ Keeps You Oh-So-Cool

Salewa says its Lavaredo Alpine Hemp Light pants are for climbing. I say they’re for anything.

Written by Sean McCoy and Mary Murphy July 11, 2023

2023 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 Review: Chevy’s Big SUV Heads for the Dirt

The Chevrolet Tahoe remains one of the biggest ways to move people and cargo, but the Z71 does little to improve capability.

Written by Evan Williams July 11, 2023

From Berms to Breweries: Wild Rye Eeva Short Overalls Review

Made to fit your chamois Wild Rye’s Eeva short overalls might be the surprising new piece of mountain biking gear you’ll want to wear all…

Written by Katie Rasmussen July 10, 2023

100 Miles in Rab’s First Running Vests: Rab Veil 6L Vest Review

The latest Rab foray into the world of running, the Veil 6L running vest, is built on an innovative mesh chassis that fits like a…

Written by Bergen Tjossem July 07, 2023

Athens Archery Elevate Bow Review: Standing Up to the Big Brands

Athens Archery certainly isn’t as well known in the industry, but the brand is making waves with bows that just flat perform. The Elevate is…

Written by Joey Bennett July 07, 2023

The Best Damn Hatchet in a Long Time: Gerber Bushcraft Hatchet Review

If you thought modern hatchets had tapped all the innovation they could, Gerber unveils its Bushcraft Hatchet to prove you wrong.

Written by Nick LeFort July 06, 2023

PACT Outdoors Pact Lite Review: Has the Ultimate Poop Kit Finally Arrived?

The PACT Lite takes everything you’d need in a outdoor backcountry bathroom kit and packs it into a skinny, ultralight, Pez-dispenser-like package.

Written by Mary Murphy July 06, 2023

I Tried Off-Road Inline Skating and Didn’t Die — Here’s How to Mountain Blade 101

If you don’t already have enough outdoor activities on your roster, here’s a new one for you: inline skating, except on dirt — and downhill.…

Written by Claire Barber July 06, 2023

Burly, Bomber, but Also Organized: Mystery Ranch Tower 47 Long-Term Review

The Mystery Ranch Tower 47 had the size, carrying ability, organization, and durability I’ve always wanted in a crag pack.

Written by Seiji Ishii July 06, 2023

I Packed Nothing for Backpacking and Still Had Everything I Needed: RightOnTrek Gear Rental Review

I used RightOnTrek’s new gear rental system, the Wilderness Edge, for a backpacking trip near the Canadian border and was thoroughly impressed.

Written by Will Brendza July 05, 2023

2024 Oregon Trail’R TerraDrop Alpha Review: Off-Road Teardrop Craftsmanship at Its Finest

Camping comfortably is easy when you have an Oregon Trail’R TerraDrop Alpha trailer in tow.

Written by Bruce Smith July 03, 2023

Slice, Stab, Chop, Ignite: Panacea X FireFly Survival Knife Review

With the FireFly mini survival knife, Panacea X sets out to prove that size doesn’t matter — it’s in the way that you use it.

Written by Nick LeFort June 30, 2023

The True One-Motorcycle Solution: 2023 Ducati Multistrada Pikes Peak Review

Ducati nails the one-bike solution by tacking performance goodies from the Panigale V4 onto the comfortable Multistrada tourer.

Written by Michael Van Runkle June 30, 2023

Tough ‘Rucking’ Shoes: GORUCK Rough Runner Review

GORUCK, the tactical-inspired, functional fitness brand, hops into the running category with a surprisingly nimble running shoe: the Rough Runner.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 29, 2023

2024 Jeep Wrangler Review: Significant Updates to the Icon

Check out our first drive review of the updated 2024 Jeep Wrangler. It has quite a few quality upgrades, most of which aren’t super obvious.

Written by Bryon Dorr June 28, 2023

I Hated Earbuds — Shokz OpenFit Changed My Mind

I’m happy to kiss ear discomfort goodbye with Shokz OpenFit earbuds.

Written by Sean McCoy June 28, 2023

Inflatable Tent Halves Setup Time for Double the Price: Heimplanet Cave Basecamp Tent Review

The Heimplanet Cave XL tent ditches poles in favor of a quick-pitching inflatable exoskeleton, for a price.

Written by Bergen Tjossem June 27, 2023

Living the Interim Van Life: First Look Review at Dave & Matt Vans’ LV5 Series

I had an unexpected chance to test out the van life last year. Check out my full review of the 2023 Dave & Matt Vans…

Written by Mary Murphy June 27, 2023

Benchmade’s Best Knife of 2023: CLA MagnaCut Automatic Review

Not only is the CLA MagnaCut Benchmade’s best knife this year, it also may be one of the best EDCs today.

Written by Nick LeFort June 26, 2023

Luxury Luminox: Master Carbon SEAL Automatic Watch Review

Luminox’s new Master Carbon Dive Watch is mechanical, mil-spec, and kissed by a carbon rose.

Written by Josh Wussow June 26, 2023

Hollywood Racks Destination Hitch 2 Review: Yes, I Trust $10,000 of Bikes on This $200 Rack

The $200 Hollywood Destination Hitch 2 bike rack earned my trust so much that I hauled $10,000 of bikes on it for hundreds of miles.

Written by Steve Larese June 22, 2023

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

The E-Bike of Watersports, Electric SUPs: Awesome Innovation, or Just a Fad?

There are very few electric paddleboards (e-SUPs) on the market. The SUP community at large wonders if they’re a gimmick or a true innovation.

Written by Mary Murphy 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

Better Birdwatching Through AI: ‘Bird Buddy’ Smart Bird Feeder Review

Birdwatching is having a heyday, and the Bird Buddy smart bird feeder adds a whole new dimension to the classic outdoor pastime.

Written by Nick LeFort June 20, 2023

The Best $30 You Can Spend on a Watch: Casio LF20W Wristwatch Review

Casio’s latest budget timepiece claims it serves up more than mere nostalgia. I torture tested the LF20W to see if indeed it is an instant…

Written by Josh Wussow June 16, 2023

Osprey Zealot Crag Pack Review: Superb for Single-Pitch, Sport Objectives

From the gear-protected roofs of the Gunks to the sunny slabs of Shelf Road, the Osprey Zealot is a first-rate kit hauler.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss June 15, 2023

Victorinox Alox Bantam Review: The EDC Everyone Should Own

The Victorinox Alox Bantam reviewed here is an ideal tool for, well, everyone.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene June 15, 2023

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