Reviews

Merrell MTL Skyfire 2 Review: These Crazy-Light Trail Runners Are Ready to Fly

At 6.88 ounces per shoe, the Merrell MTL Skyfire 2 practically floats uphill, and gives killer traction for the downs.

Written by Sam Schild May 24, 2023

Hang or Hold, This Gravity Filter Makes Handling Easy: HydraPak Seeker 6L Gravity Filter Review

I wasn’t a fan of gravity filters until I used the HydraPak Seeker 6L. For campsites, huts, and backpacking, it provides clean water without much…

Written by Will Brendza May 24, 2023

First Look: The Ridge Pant From Alpen Outdoors

Alpen Outdoors introduces the Ridge Pant, an all-around workhorse of an outdoor adventure pant for women.

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 23, 2023

Volt Value: Jackery Solar Generator Explorer 500 + SolarSaga 100 Review

Jackery’s Explorer 500 power station and SolarSaga 100 make a lightweight, winning combination for power on the go.

Written by Kraig Becker May 23, 2023

Waterproof Running Pants I Tried to Hate: Arc’teryx Norvan Shell Pants Review

The breathable GORE-TEX Norvan Shell Pants from Arc’teryx are purpose-built for trail running in nasty conditions — and they won’t turn you into a swamp monster.

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 22, 2023

Traeger Ironwood Review: Next-Gen Pellet Grill Rings In Summer Sizzle

Traeger’s all-new Ironwood pellet grill looks to elevate your backyard grilling without the pinnacle price tag.

Written by Nick LeFort May 22, 2023

Yeti SB135 Mountain Bike Review: Hops, Jibs, and Rails Like No Other, Especially if You’re Shorter

The Yeti SB135 is one of the most fun mountain bikes we’ve tested this season. It’s especially true for shorter riders.

Written by Berne Broudy May 22, 2023

Krein TK-3 Whitetail Review: A Mastery of Modern Knifemaking

Hard to find for good reason, the Krein TK-3 is an elusive wonder — simply one of the most capable folding knives in existence.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene May 22, 2023

2024 Chevrolet Trax Review: Bigger, Better, Front-Wheel Drive-ier

Chevrolet’s 2024 Trax is an impressively big crossover with a subcompact price. We take it for a spin and report on what it offers.

Written by Evan Williams May 22, 2023

One of the First and Still One of the Best: Marsupial’s Enclosed Bino Pack

Both sleek and functional, the Enclosed Bino Pack from Marsupial is one of the first front-opening, magnetic chest rigs. Does it live up to the…

Written by Josh Kirchner May 19, 2023

Samaya Brings Electro-Spun Tech to Single-Wall Tents: 2.5 ‘Nanovent’ Tent Review

Employing space-age textiles, the Samaya 2.5 tent was made with the brand’s proprietary and groundbreaking Nanovent tech for unsupported first ascents.

Written by Nick Belcaster May 19, 2023

Solo Stove Pi Fire Review: Cook Your Pizza on a Bonfire

Pizza night is a favorite at our house, as is campfire night (read: s’mores). The new Pi Fire from Solo Stove just merged the two.

Written by Cameron Martindell May 19, 2023

Kingpin Suspension, SmartSense Radar: The Topstone Carbon 1 RLE Has the Goods, Rides it All

The Cannondale Topstone Carbon 1 RLE with Kingpin rear suspension was a Swiss Army Knife of backroads and gravel adventures.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 18, 2023

Everything About This Blade Is Weird, and That’s Why It Works: WE Knife ‘Vision R’ Review

In the knife world, you can try and do things better, or you can try and do them differently. But WE Knife manages both with…

Written by Nick LeFort May 18, 2023

The Multitool of Dry Bags: Fishpond’s Submersible Backpack

If you’re spending time in the water with gear you need to keep dry, the Fishpond Submersible Backpack may become your new best friend.

Written by Sean Jansen May 18, 2023

Do These ‘Rogue’ Sandals Rival Chacos? Forsake Sandals Review

When heavy hiking boots aren’t required, hiking sandals can be an excellent choice of footwear. Here’s why the Forsake Rogue Sandals are now my top…

Written by Mary Murphy May 17, 2023

2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Review: Will Miata Ever Not Be the Answer?

An old adage claims that Miata stands for “Miata is always the answer.” Does that adage hold true in 2023 for the MX-5 Miata RF?

Written by Scott Murdock May 17, 2023

Big, Dumb Fun: Cold Steel Lynn Thompson Leatherneck Bowie Review

With an edge as sharp as its use case, this knife is at once bombastic, fantastic, and questionable.

Written by Josh Wussow May 16, 2023

Smaller Than the Best, Lighter Than the Rest: Primus Kinjia Camp Stove Review

The Primus Kinjia Stove burns hot and simmers low for complex camp cooking in a compact, lightweight package that outshines its competition.

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 16, 2023

The Friendly, Unassuming Beaver Tail Blade: RoseCraft Castorea Pocket Knife Review

This flipper-tab take on a traditional pocket knife pattern is at once prickly and sweet.

Written by Josh Wussow May 16, 2023

2023 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Review: Paddle Shift Gear Selection, Turbo Whistles Optional

The Yamaha YXZ1000R SS UTV amps things up with paddle shifters and a Turbo Kit accessory option.

Written by Heather Lea May 16, 2023

Easy to Overlook, Easier to Love: CIVIVI Qubit Knife Review

Lightweight, durable, and dependable, the CIVIVI Qubit might not impress at a glance. But when you dig in, this knife does a lot right.

Written by Nick LeFort May 15, 2023

Seas to Skis: Norrøna’s Got Gear and Adventure Travel to Go With It

The 96-year-old adventure clothing brand gets into the adventure travel business to expand its earth-first mission.

Written by Cameron Martindell May 15, 2023

Great Gravel Wheels That Happen to Be Aero: HUNT 42 Limitless Review

The HUNT 42 Limitless Gravel wheelset was fast, but they were also solid in every other aspect. The aerodynamics were just icing on the cake.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 15, 2023

Hands-On With Osprey’s Bikepacking Gear: Escapist Collection First Look Review

Osprey goes bikepacking with its Escapist collection. We got a sneak peek of the spring 2024 line — here are our impressions.

Written by Nate Mitka May 12, 2023

Swamp King: G-SHOCK ‘Frogman’ Dive Watch Review

Casio’s amphibious FROGMAN all-star is back, now with solar charging, tide monitoring, and moon phase.

Written by Josh Wussow May 11, 2023

The First Auto Knife I’ve Ever Loved: Buck ‘Deploy’ Review

I tend to find auto-opening knives gimmicky and even scary. The Buck Deploy changed all that.

Written by Sean McCoy May 11, 2023

The Work Sharp Professional ‘Precision Adjust’ Knife Sharpener: Perfect Edge, Wicked Easy

Knife sharpeners tend to be a royal pain in the ass. The Work Sharp Professional Precision Adjust Knife Sharpener does its best to squash that…

Written by Nick LeFort May 10, 2023

Climb Rock & Ice, Hike in Comfort: La Sportiva Aequilibrium Top GTX Review

The top of the new Aequilibrium Top GTX boot line gets the BOA treatment and an integrated gaiter for snowy hiking, scrambling, and glacier climbs.…

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 10, 2023

‘Bubble Slides’ Review: The Ghastly Sandals You’ll Hate to Love

Ethylene-vinyl acetate slides — derived primarily from oil and gas — could be the most cost-effective, comfortable shoe out there.

Written by Chris Van Leuven May 10, 2023

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