Reviews

Überleben Stöker Flatpack Stove Review: Slow Down With Natural Fuel

Überleben Stöker Flatpack Stove is a wood-fire camping stove that packs flat and won’t break down, or run out of fuel.

Written by Nick LeFort January 05, 2023

Elite Rizer Review: Climb Like the Wind and Tuck Into Drafts, Indoors

The Elite Rizer adds grade and steering simulation to indoor training, adding realism and enjoyment to the pain cave.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 05, 2023

Zero Tolerance 0230 Review: EDC Knife for Your Dress Pants Pocket

The Zero Tolerance 0230 Slip-Joint is the EDC knife to carry around in places where you usually wouldn’t carry a knife around.

Written by Nick LeFort January 04, 2023

Black Crows Ora Xpore Ski Jacket Review: High-Performing Steaze, Eco-Friendly Material

The 2023 Ora Xpore ski shell hit the Black Crows lineup with a new eco-friendly material, in a jacket that brings performance and style in…

Written by Will Brendza January 04, 2023

SCARPA Vapor Lace-Up Review: A Whole Lotta Trad With a Dash of Sport

The new SCARPA Vapor Lace-Up returns to its roots, with a leather upper and footbed to bring more stretch, give, and comfort.

Written by Matt Samet January 03, 2023

Arc’teryx Alpha SV Review: Last Shell Standing After Alaskan First Ascents

The Arc’teryx Alpha SV shell has been a go-to for alpinists since 1998. GORE-TEX PRO Most Rugged Technology improves the bomber shell.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 03, 2023

2023 Porsche Macan T Review: Do More With Less — Or Fewer in This Case

The 2023 Porsche Macan T provides a compelling combination of practicality, luxury, and driving satisfaction in a majestic package.

Written by Robin Warner January 03, 2023

Black Diamond Method: One of the Best Intermediate Climbing Shoes — Here’s Why

At a current price point of just $116 (down from $155), the Black Diamond Method is hard to beat in the intermediate rock shoe niche.

Written by Matt Samet December 29, 2022

2023 Polaris RZR Turbo R Review: This Desert Runner Never Taps Out

Bred for high-speed desert running, the 2023 Polaris RZR Turbo R UTV is a sensational, agile overachiever.

Written by Derek Mau December 29, 2022

Smith Summit MIPS Helmet Review: Minimalist Backcountry Protection at a Competitive Price

The Smith Summit MIPS Backcountry helmet has everything you need, and nothing you don’t, to stay safe mountaineering and backcountry skiing or snowboarding.

Written by David Young December 28, 2022

Motool Slacker V4 Review: Solo Suspension Sag Setter

Motool’s Slacker V4 Digital Suspension Tuner means riders can adjust motorcycle suspension in one simple, super-quick, solo procedure.

Written by Jan Marc Staelens December 28, 2022

Mustang Survival ‘Highwater 60L Waterproof Gear Hauler’ Review: The Durable, Well-Designed Future of Dry Bags

The Mustang Survival Highwater 60L Waterproof Gear Hauler is the ultimate for its design and price.

Written by Sean Jansen December 28, 2022

OROS Immix Bib Review: Body-Mapped SOLARCORE Insulation Put to the Test

The OROS Immix Bib is new for this season and made for those extremely chilly days on the mountain, thanks to the brand’s proprietary zoned…

Written by Mattie Schuler December 23, 2022

100% Norg Goggle Review: Dialed, Sharp Lenses That Live Up to a Lot of Hype

100% took its time-tested lens design and eyewear engineering knowledge and applied it to create the Norg snow goggles.

Written by Will Brendza December 22, 2022

James Brand ‘The Kline’ EDC Knife Review: A MagnaCut Masterpiece Made for Abuse

A brand known for looks over utility makes a sharp turn with The Kline, a do-all, no-whining, everyday carry knife that stands with the best…

Written by Nick LeFort December 21, 2022

Flylow Fae Insulated Pant Review: Change Your Sport, Not Your Pants

Looking for a do-all insulated and durable pant for winter? Check out our review of the Flylow Fae insulated snow pant.

Written by Mary Murphy December 21, 2022

Egoé Nestbox Supertramp Review: Camper Comforts With Vehicle Versatility Retained

How do you add vehicle versatility without spending a fortune for a camper-ized build-out? We put the Egoé Nestbox Supertramp to the test.

Written by Andy Lilienthal December 21, 2022

Zodiac Olympos Field Watch Review: Classic, Precise, Expensive

The Olympos Field is a pricey, intriguing, imperfect watch for fans of bygone design.

Written by Josh Wussow December 20, 2022

Finch Chernobyl Ant Review: So Much More Than a Glow-in-the-Dark Knife

Well made, affordable, and performance that punches well above its class, the Finch Knife Co. Chernobyl Ant deserves a glowing recommendation — literally.

Written by Josh Wussow December 20, 2022

2023 Rivian R1S Launch Edition Review: Not Intuitive but Worth the Effort

We spend a week in the Detroit winter finding out what the 2023 Rivian R1S Launch Edition SUV is all about. We came away impressed…

Written by Paul Eisenstein December 19, 2022

2,000-Mile Yamaha Ténéré 700 Review: Fewer Gadgets Equal More Fun

Three months and 2,000 miles of adventure later, we came away impressed by the Yamaha Ténéré 700. It’s an adventure motorcycle for dual-sport riders.

Written by Andy Cochrane December 19, 2022

Pivot Shadowcat Mountain Bike Review: Minimum Weight, Maximum Suspension

The Pivot Shadowcat displays the brand’s ruthless pursuit of shedding grams and is a contender for the title of lightest trail bike.

Written by Kelly Bastone December 19, 2022

SCARPA 4-Quattro Ski Boot Review: Hybrid Promises Performance Uphill and Down

The Scarpa 4-Quattro aims to be a downhill ski boot that can still tour uphill. I hopped aboard a pair for my first downhill day…

Written by Sean McCoy December 19, 2022

2023 Kia EV6 GT Review: Affordable and Packed With Next-Level Performance

The 2023 Kia EV6 GT has been winning over buyers looking for a stylish EV offering plenty of features and good range. But there are…

Written by Paul Eisenstein December 18, 2022

2023 Infiniti QX60 Review: More Luxury but Still Rooted in Rugged

We took the 2023 Infiniti QX60 Sensory AWD for a spin to review what this luxury seven-seater SUV has to offer.

Written by Robin Warner December 16, 2022

Irish Setter Wingshooter Upland Hunting Boots Review

The Irish Setter Wingshooter is a solid mid-weight hunting boot capable of covering significant miles for bird hunters who like to stretch their legs.

Written by Sean McCoy December 16, 2022