Reviews

1UP USA 2-Inch Super Duty Double Review: The Burliest Bicycle Hitch Rack Ever

The 1UP 2-inch Super Duty Double hitch rack is, hands down, the burliest bike rack I’ve ever used. And I’ve had a bike rack on…

Written by Seiji Ishii December 06, 2022

So iLL Free Range Pro Review: Highly Effective for High-Volume Feet

If you have a high-volume foot, the So iLL Free Range Pro is one of the better steep-terrain shoes on the market.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss December 06, 2022

KUIU Proximity Whitetail Gear Review: Performance Fleece Comes to the Treestand

A favorite brand of sheep hunters has spent 2022 trekking into some new territory. The KUIU Proximity line offers whitetail hunters warmth and silence.

Written by Rachelle Schrute December 06, 2022

Ombraz Teton, Viale Glacier Glasses Review: New Glacier Adapters, No Arms, Full Send

Shoulder-season skiers can ditch the goggles and cover their peepers with some of the most unique sunglasses out there: Ombraz with its new glacier side-shield…

Written by Will Brendza December 06, 2022

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Review: Great 3-Row Crossover That Happens to Be a Hybrid

The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV gets more range and more power. But it’s the luxurious new cabin and third row that makes it stand out.

Written by Evan Williams December 05, 2022

La Sportiva Mutant Review: An Ideal Double-Duty Trail Running & Approach Shoe

The La Sportiva Mutant trail running shoes grip rock as well as approach shoes, and they’re better for running trails.

Written by Sam Schild December 05, 2022

Garmin Venu 2 Plus Smartwatch Review: Improve Your Fitness With Style

The Garmin Venu 2 Plus offers a smartwatch experience that might alter the way you go about your day, should you go all-in on its…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 05, 2022

Jones Mountain Surf Parka and Bib Review: An Impenetrably Cozy, Insulated Ecosystem

The Jones Mountain Surf bib and parka is a warm, waterproof outerwear setup made with comfort and mobility in mind.

Written by Mike Misselwitz December 05, 2022

2023 Subaru Legacy Sport Review: Don’t Overlook This Affordable Sedan

The 2023 Subaru Legacy is one of the last of the big sedans. In the new Sport guise, it’s now one of the best, basically…

Written by Evan Williams December 05, 2022

Patagonia Slope Runner Exploration Review: A Running Vest for Any Sport

Calling all endurance athletes: This hybrid running vest/backpack is for you. It can hold everything you need during a plethora of outdoor pursuits.

Written by Ilana Newman December 02, 2022

Arc’teryx Beta LT Jacket Hadron Review: A Bomber Rain Shell You’ll Never Have to Replace

The Beta LT Hadron Jacket by Arc’teryx is a shell that checks every box for a functional, lightweight rain jacket — and it could last…

Written by Will Brendza December 02, 2022

2023 Manitou Explore Review: Sleek Luxury Pontoon Ready to Make Waves

We took the 2023 Manitou Explore Pontoon prototype out for a test drive in Florida to see what this luxury, family boat is all about.

Written by Heather Lea December 02, 2022

The James Brand Redstone Knife Review: Behold the Future of EDC Blades

The Redstone pocket knife from The James Brand is a unique attempt to include features that are generally absent in a minimalist knife. And it…

Written by Nick LeFort December 01, 2022

Casio ProTrek PRW6900YL-5 Review: A Swiss Army Knife for Your Wrist

Solar power, atomic timekeeping, and a unique design carry the day for this purpose-built timepiece.

Written by Josh Wussow December 01, 2022

2023 Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge Review: When Image Matters

Pick, choose, and customize to your heart’s wildest desires with the 2023 Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge.

Written by Evan Williams November 29, 2022

Elan 2023 Ripstick Tour Review: An All-Mountain Go-To Setup for Backcountry Touring

The newest iteration of Glen Plake’s signature Ripstick Tour from Elan, has been redesigned to give skiers an extra edge in the backcountry.

Written by Will Brendza November 28, 2022

WE Knife Big Banter Review: Small Enough for Anywhere, Big Enough for Any Task

The Big Banter from WE Knife isn’t just the knife you take on an adventure — it’s the knife you plan your adventures around.

Written by Nick LeFort November 28, 2022

Hestra Alpine Pro Voss CZone Mittens Review: Glovelike Fit, Warms Like a Mitt

I was particularly impressed by these Hestra Voss Alpine Pro CZone mittens when it came to warmth and comfort outside.

Written by Mary Murphy November 28, 2022

Burris FastFire 4 Review: A Red Dot That Won’t Break the Bank

The Burris FastFire 4 can adapt to your hunting and shooting applications, and its sub-$400 price tag should appeal to a wide range of budgets…

Written by Adam Moore November 28, 2022

Crispi Colorado GTX II Boot Review: A New Generation of a Favorite Boot

The Crispi Colorado GTX II can handle hunting country of all kinds. Just don’t bring them into too-frigid temperatures, and be prepared to size up…

Written by Josh Kirchner November 25, 2022

Marmot West Rib Parka Review: 35 Days in Alaska

I put the Marmot West Rib Parka through a 35-day test in Alaska’s high ranges.

Written by Christian Black November 23, 2022

La Sportiva Cyklon Cross GTX Review: Winter-Ready Running Shoes, Gaiters Included

For years, when winter arrived and the snow started to pile up outside, I assumed my only option to keep running meant heading to the…

Written by David Young November 23, 2022

2023 BMW X7 Review: iDrive Wow Factor and Better Fuel Efficiency

More power and better fuel economy impress in the 2023 BMW X7. But it’s the big changes to iDrive that really wowed us.

Written by Evan Williams November 23, 2022

Hamskea Epsilon Arrow Rest Review

The new Epsilon Arrow Rest from Hamskea Archery Solutions is the next generation of drop-away arrow rests.

Written by Josh Kirchner November 22, 2022

IBIS Ripley AF Mountain Bike Review: All the Fun for Half the Price

The IBIS Ripley AF delivers its much costlier cousin’s pedaling efficiency and suspension performance with minimal tradeoffs.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 22, 2022

adidas Wireless Solar-Charging Headphones Review: Near-Unlimited Battery for Outdoor Sports

Adidas is so confident in its RPT-02 solar charging headphones, it ships them without a charging cable.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 21, 2022

2023 BMW X1 Review: The Littlest BMW Levels Up Big Time

The X1 has been pretty blah for two generations, but BMW’s 2023 X1 is a transformed vehicle worthy of that propeller badge on the hood.

Written by Evan Williams November 21, 2022

Goal Zero Sherpa 100AC & 100PD Review: Faster Charging in a Portable Package

With the Sherpa 100PD and 100AC, Goal Zero has improved on an already dominant design. They’re faster charging, longer lasting, and more versatile than ever.

Written by Mike Misselwitz November 18, 2022