Custom, Made-In-USA Backpack … For Your Dog
Groundbird Gear crafts lightweight backpacking gear for dogs. We put one through 1,000 miles of testing.
Review: Bolle’s ‘The One’ Bike Helmet For Any Occasion
A current helmet from Bolle converts for use on the road or single-track, hot weather or cold. We put The One to the test.
Best All-Around Blade? Fallkniven F1z Review
Are you in the market for a knife that’s light on the pocketbook but heavy on utility? The Fallkniven F1z could be your ideal everyday carry.
Review: Danner Mountain 600 Boots Modernize A Classic
Danner plugged new Vibram tech into an old school design with the new Mountain 600 hiking boot. We put them to the test to see if they feel as good as they look.
Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad: Non-Stretch Baffles Mean Comfort
Non-stretch baffles, smaller pack weight, and more loft? The NEMO Tensor sleeping pad we tested had some surprising features.
Tested: Bike Light Creates ‘Laser Lanes’ On Dark Streets
The Sentinel 40 is a rechargeable bike taillight with a unique twist for added safety.
First Look: GoPro HERO5 Black
GoPro released their latest line of cameras October 2nd, and beyond video function, all of the updates come with user accessibility.
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First Look: KEEN APhlex Thrashed, Still Thrives
The KEEN APhlex is a light hiking boot that can stand up to the rigors of off-trail bushwhacking. We put them to the test in the Rocky Mountains for this review.
First Look: REI Upgrades ‘Quarter Dome’ Tent For 2017
The REI Quarter Dome is among the most popular tents sold in the U.S., and for 2017 it’s completely redesigned. We got a first look at the all new Quarter Dome 1-, 2-, and 3-person tents.
First Look: Primus Tupike For The Campground Gourmet
If your campsite is regularly filled with the aroma of gourmet cooking, the Primus Tupike can match your knife skills and live up to your recipes.
Updated Icon: Salomon Speedcross 4 Review
Among the more popular trail shoes of our era, Salomon updates its Speedcross for 2016. We took the 4th generation of the shoe on a series of trail and mountain runs for this review.
Origami Boat: Oru Folding Kayak Review
The Oru Kayak is a ‘real boat’ that fits in a backpack. We put it to the test in Minnesota lakes for this review.
New Blood: Otso ‘Plus-Fat’ Mountain Bike Review
Two bikes in one, the Otso Voytek blurs the line between plus-size and fat in a modular mountain bike build. We got an early test model for this review.
Review: US-Made Hammock Created From Plastic Bottles
This simple hammock by Yukon Outfitters, the SomniSmart, is made in the USA from recycled plastic bottles.
First Look: Thule’s 2016 Technical Backpack Line
People know Thule for its vehicle racks. But the Swedish brand has a burgeoning backpack line.
First Look: GoPro ‘Karma’ Drone
GoPro today unveiled its Karma drone. The company’s first quadcopter will come to market by the end of the this year and brings new features to the space.
GHOST Bikes: Learning To Fly In South Tyrol
The Italian Dolomites are a dream destination for mountain biking, and the proving grounds for the GHOST Carbon SL AMR 6 LC.
YETI ‘Brick’ Is One Burly Bottle Opener
Need to open a bottle, or maybe smash a window? The YETI Brick will easily do both.
NoPro? Action Camera Alternative Ricoh WG-M2 Reviewed
Can any action sports camera stand up to GoPro’s quality without the GoPro price? We may have found one.
Family Hauler: Minivan Modified For Kids, Bikes & Gear
Our editor modified a family minivan for ultimate gear-hauling capacity, including six bikes, four kids, two parents, a dog, and camping gear on top.
First Look: Sierra Designs ‘High Route’ Modular Shelter
Renowned adventurer Andrew Skurka teamed up with Sierra Designs on a lightweight tent for hikers. We put it to a review in the Rocky Mountains.
First Look: Iconic Opinel Knife Gets Survival Upgrade
A classic French brand pivots this month with a survival knife design. We took it into the woods for a first test.
First Look: MSR Trailshot Microfilter Gives Fast, Filtered Water Anywhere
Remove giardia, cryptosporidum, and more with a one-hand pump water filter that weighs just five ounces. We put the Trailshot to the test.
Review: Ultra-Light Running Vest Feels Like Second Skin
Water, gels, keys, phone: Salomon’s S-Lab Sense will carry it all, and nothing more. We test a minimal running vest for the distance-minded adventurer.
Trucker Hat Outdoors? Headsweats Builds ‘Performance’ Option
A curved bill, a mesh back, and a tall fabric front — the trucker hat is an unlikely trend in the outdoors.
Outrider: Bike Adventure For Differently-Abled
Regardless of physical ability, mountain bikers, cross-country explorers, hunters, and eco-friendly commuters can use this electric vehicle to venture into the wilderness.
First Look: Expanding ‘Flex Capacitor’ Backpack From Sierra Designs
Designed with renowned adventurer Andrew Skurka, the Sierra Designs Flex Capacitor expands outward for a pack that ranges from 40 to 60 liters.
Cook With The Sun: Solavore Solar Oven Review
Go all the way off the grid with a solar oven? We cooked a hearty meal with the heat of the sun to put the Solavore to the test.
Review: Arc’teryx Trail-Running Shoe, A Real Scrambler
A new lacing system distinguishes the Arc’teryx Norvan VT trail running shoes. We put it to the test in high mountains for this review.
Double-Wheel ‘Juggernaut’ Tackles Everything
Three wheels, two forks, 2,000 Watts. One tip: It’s not a ‘bike.’
Beginner Clipless: iSSi Pedal Doubles As Flat
Flats or cleats, the iSSi Flip offers an easy-to-use introduction to the world of clipless pedals.
