Santa Cruz Bronson: Best Mountain Bike, For Some
If your definition of ‘mountain biking’ includes technical terrain ridden hard uphill and down, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better bike than the Santa Cruz Bronson.
10,000 Mile Test: Mavic ‘Ellipse’ Bike Wheels Review
Could the Mavic Ellipse be the best urban bike wheel on the market? Over three years of testing, our editor put 10,000 miles on a set to find out.
Review: Goal Zero ‘Sherpa 100’ Solar Kit
The Goal Zero Sherpa 100 is a compact battery that can charge electronics as large as a laptop computer. We tested it on a road trip through California for this review.
‘Chopper’ Knife Shootout: Three Big Survival Blades Reviewed
Which is the best survival knife? We put three high carbon ‘choppers’ to the test head to head to find out which is the best.
Energy Food: ‘Yumbutter’ Is Delectable, Calorie-Rich Outdoors Fuel
With 1,000+ calories in each (yummy) dose, these squeeze-to-eat packets are a portable meal replacement and a great alternative to energy gel or bars.
Review: Foot-Supporting Sandals From Superfeet
Superfeet is a leader of insole technology, so these supportive, primo flip-flops are a natural extension for the brand. We put them through their paces.
Review: Ultra-light, Ultra-tough, Hyperlite Mountain Gear Windrider
We marveled at this pack’s futuristic, translucent body, which is made of a Dyneema material so strong the brand compares it against steel.
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First Look: Gazelle Pop-Up Tent Is Family-Size Palace
A king-size car camping tent that sets up in 2 minutes? Gazelle offers a new pop-open design with roots in the unlikeliest of places.
Rock The Campsite: Brunton ‘LightWave’ Lantern Review
Brunton’s new LightWave Amp is an 11-inch-tall ‘outdoor entertainment system.’ This is our review.
Review: Wheel-On Wahoo SNAP Bike Trainer
Are you playing Star Wars on that thing? The Wahoo KICKR SNAP is our top-choice for getting into interactive indoor training on your bike.
First Look: Marmot $99 ‘Kompressor Star’ Backpack
A solid value for a mid-size daypack, we put the Marmot Kompressor Star to a test this spring.
Review: Epic’s Wild Boar ‘Meat Bar’
Wild Boar? New meat bar offers ‘feral swine’ flavor – and we tried it.
Review: Cotopaxi ‘Luzon’ Custom Daypack
This simple daypack starts at $35. It’s a pared-down ‘sack with straps’ but can work for hiking, biking and everyday use.
Heart-Rate On Your Head: Lazer Bike Helmet Reads Pulse
Heart-rate read from a forehead pad? Lazer plays every card in the deck to make a compelling new helmet in the Z1.
First Look: G3 ‘Scala’ Climbing Skin/Scale Hybrid
A urethane-scaled tip on these skins reduces the drag felt by those climbing deep snow.
Instant Fire, Just Pull String
Pull the string, and get ready for a fairly exciting fire-starting experience.
First Look: Altra ‘Golden Spike’ Cross-Country Running Shoe
Five sharp ‘golden’ studs underfoot define the Golden Spike, a sprint-ready shoe coming to market next month.
REI ‘House Brand’ Reboots As Premium Gear
This spring, retail juggernaut REI says it will lead the industry in quality and performance. We put a couple of the new products to a test.
New Ninja Suit Is A ‘Woolverino’ Onesie
Like a onesie for adults, this Ninja Suit base layer from Airblaster is stealthy enough to wear almost anywhere.
Crash Plan: Extra Protection Worth Cost On Lazer Z1 MIPS?
A high-end helmet upgrades its safety quotient via a special MIPS liner. Is the add-on worth the upcharge in the event of a crash?
Airport To Trail, Eagle Creek ‘Modular’ Luggage Review
An all-in-one convertible backpack/roller bag that is fit for most weekend warrior adventures.
Review: Petzl Ultra Vario Is Walloping Headlamp
Eye-watering power, and price, come together in a class-leading headlamp for those who rely on a long running, durable, and powerful headlamp.
Ultralight Hiking: Katabatic Gear Helios Backpack
Tough-as-nails Cuben Fiber and a streamlined design make the Helios from Katabatic Gear an efficient backpack for hauling gear that weighs just over two pounds.
First Look: Quick-Inflating Therm-a-Rest SpeedValve Pads
Take a deep breath. Now, purse your lips and exhale. The magic is about to begin.
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Review: YETI Heavy-Duty ‘Rambler Bottles’
YETI’s Rambler Bottles are rugged stainless steel and keep beverages hot or cold for hours. Are they worth the price?
First Look: ‘Smart’ Solar Panel Charges Phones, Gadgets Fast
The Goal Zero Nomad 7 Plus has a modulation system to smooth power transfer to devices while providing valuable feedback for the user.
Personal Audio: ‘Boombot’ MINI Review On A Bike
Is a mini speaker worn while biking an affront on fellow riders? Our editor ditched headphones to try listening to music in the open air.
Fold-Up Sunglasses: ‘Popticals’ Fit In Egg-Shape Case
Wrap-around sunglasses that fold up and fit inside an egg-shape case, Popticals are quality sunglasses you can store anywhere.
Hoka Clayton Review: Speedy, Protective & Light
Have your cushion and run fast too? The Hoka One One Clayton proves to be protective, supportive, and still screaming fast.
First Look: Tepui ‘Kukenam Sky’ Rooftop Tent
With large areas of mesh for a breezy interior and lots of views, the Kukenam Sky is a rooftop abode that turns any car, truck, or van into a modest camper.
First Look: Wolverine Boot With Vibram ‘Arctic Grip’ Sole
Exclusive test: Vibram Arctic Grip soles are said to give “up to three times better grip” on wet ice surfaces. We put it through the paces last week on sheer, slick lake ice.
