Reviews

Don’t Drool on My Bike: The Colnago C68 Gravel Is One Smooth, Expensive Operator

Iconic Italian brand Colnago’s C68 Gravel elicits a sublime ride quality and an exquisite heritage. But these come at an astronomical price.

Written by Seiji Ishii September 09, 2024

SITKA Goes Under ‘Cover’ With Next-Gen Greener Camo

SITKA Gear goes green with OPTIFADE Cover. We tested it and are pleasantly surprised just how under Cover we truly were.

Written by Rachelle Schrute September 09, 2024

Ferla Royce 2 Cargo Bike Review: Luxury Transportation for the Whole Family

It costs less than a car but can carry as many passengers. The Ferla Royce 2 may be the family transportation solution you’ve been looking…

Written by Jeremy Benson September 06, 2024

Amazing Smartwatch for the Price: Amazfit T-Rex 3 Review

Long battery life, tons of features, and a fair price make the Amazfit T-Rex 3 a beginner-friendly smartwatch with loads of room to grow.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 06, 2024

Customizable Storage for Hunting Rifles and More: NewAge Gun Cabinet Review

Sometimes you need something between a classic gun cabinet and a traditional gun safe. The NewAge Gun Cabinet fits that sweet spot.

Written by Rachelle Schrute September 05, 2024

Step Up From Your Beginner Climbing Shoe: Tenaya Oasi LV Review

The Tenaya Oasi and Oasi LV proved to be a great choice for the climber moving beyond the beginner ranks. It’s also a good value.

Written by Seiji Ishii September 05, 2024

Pocket Sized and Powerful Enough: Nocs Provisions Field Tube Review

The Nocs Provisions 8×32 Field Tube monocular offers field-ready optics in a travel-friendly design. Birders and hikers alike have reason to pick one up for…

Written by M.T. Elliott September 05, 2024

Adventure Photographers Rejoice: Peak Design Outdoor Bag 45L Review

Peak Design just launched its Outdoor Line, and we got our hands on the Outdoor Bag 45L. It continues to impress!

Written by Bryon Dorr September 04, 2024

Tailfin System Review: Finally, an Elegant, Versatile, and Bomber Bikepacking Kit

The Tailfin bikepacking ecosystem is an elegantly engineered and executed lineup. Our reviewer rode away impressed for the first time.

Written by Bergen Tjossem September 04, 2024

A Better Use of Space: I Field Tested the Latest DECKED Truck Bed Drawer System

More access, storage space, accessories, and security for all your toys make the upgraded DECKED Drawer System worth its weight and space.

Written by Rachelle Schrute September 04, 2024

The CUV That Continues to Surprise: 2025 Hyundai Tucson Review

We get behind the wheel of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson XRT and Hybrid models to see why this CUV continues to climb the sales charts.

Written by Paul Eisenstein September 04, 2024

Race-Winning Speed With Longer Legs: Thömus Lightrider World Cup Mountain Bike Review

Swiss brand Thömus has been a fixture at the front of professional mountain bike races. The Lightrider World Cup showed us why.

Written by Seiji Ishii September 03, 2024

2025 Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance Is a Worthy All-Electric Flagship

The 2025 EX90 will be Volvo’s first battery-electric vehicle to hit the North American market. We got behind the wheel to find out what it’s…

Written by Paul Eisenstein September 03, 2024

Workhorse Softshell Ski Pants: Outdoor Research Cirque III Review

Outdoor Research refined the fit and increased the versatility of the acclaimed Men’s Cirque III pants for skiers and alpine climbers.

Written by Bergen Tjossem September 02, 2024

Smith Optics Wander Sunglasses Review: The Harmonic Convergence of Fashion and Function

With women’s sunglasses, style and performance don’t always go hand in hand, but the Smith Optics Wander manages to gracefully combine the two.

Written by Rebecca Parsons September 02, 2024

An Ultralight Tent Without the Ultralight Tradeoffs: NEMO Hornet OSMO 3P Tent Review

The semi-freestanding NEMO Hornet OSMO is very light, but it doesn’t sacrifice livability, storm protection, or the little details.

Written by Bergen Tjossem August 30, 2024

Sharp, Strong, and AEB-L: Dauntless Hot and Ready Work Knife Review

Forged from AEB-L stainless steel, the Dauntless Hot and Ready Work Knife V1 is a compact, workhorse for everyday use and carry.

Written by Nick LeFort August 29, 2024

Thousand Chapter MIPS Helmet Review: A Stylish and Protective Commuting Solution

The Thousand Chapter MIPS successfully blends style, protection, and features for bike commuters.

Written by Will Porter August 29, 2024

This Adventure-Worthy Moto Costs Less Than Your Mountain Bike: Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Review

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 launched late last week, and our Powersports editor rode it in the mountains of Utah for this first ride review.

Written by Seiji Ishii August 28, 2024

Luxury Camp Kitchen: Gerber ComplEat Cookset Review

Gerber is known for its knives, but it dove into the camp cooking market with the ComplEat Cookset and a series of other kitchenware that…

Written by Will Brendza August 28, 2024

Quiver of One for Soft Snow: Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition Review

The 2024/25 Elan Ripstick Black Edition proved to be a playful, forgiving all-mountain ski for off-piste exploration.

Written by Justin Park August 28, 2024

Sun Ninja Tent Review: Easily Portable, Versatile Sun Protection

The unique Sun Ninja Tent is a beach canopy that stands out for its portability and versatility.

Written by Hannah Haas August 26, 2024

BeerJunkie: Oskar Blues Brewery ‘Dale’s Pale Ale’ Review

Paul Pabst heads west to try one of Colorado’s staple independent brews — the first craft beer ever put in a can!

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 23, 2024

Big Play. Big Work. Big Machine: 2024 Polaris XPEDITION ADV 5 NorthStar UTV Review

The Polaris XPEDITION ADV 5 NorthStar is clearly designed for adventure but is more than capable of doing the tough stuff.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 20, 2024

DOXA SUB 300 Sharkhunter Review: Seaworthy Bling for Divers and Landlubbers

The DOXA SUB 300 Sharkhunter is an eye-catching, effective dive watch with a unique look.

Written by Sean McCoy August 20, 2024

This Pocket Knife Is Nearly Unbeatable: Kershaw Bel Air Review

Kershaw’s made-in-USA, ultra-thin, MagnaCut Bel Air folding knife is even better in practice than it is on paper.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene August 20, 2024

Fitness Tracking and Geographic ‘Sound Zones’ Impress: Sennheiser MOMENTUM Sport Earbuds Review

The Sennheiser MOMENTUM fitness earbuds do a lot more than just play music with high-fidelity sound — they’re also accurate fitness tracking devices that pair with…

Written by Nick LeFort August 19, 2024