Is FUTURELIGHT really the future of jackets? Or is it just more marketing fluff in a space already too worn with qualitative claims and mediocre real-world results? We put it to the test to find out.
The online retailer Backcountry puts the ski industry on notice with a high-end shell-and-bibs combo. We took the 2019 Backcountry Stretch three-layer jacket and Heavyweight Bibs cat skiing for this review.
Two timepieces from Casio’s legendary G-Shock line, the smooth G-Lide and the down-and-dirty Mudmaster, go against the elements in this tough watch test.
The Prime Logic CT5 is a longer axle-to-axle bow designed to provide grip-and-grin photos and podium placement accuracy.
If you love knives and geek out on metals, the launch of the Artisan Revere Chef Knife may raise your eyebrows. The Elmax steel chef knife could be the ultimate blade for your camp (or home) kitchen.
This wool overskirt keeps those thighs warm and moves well on winter outings — without adding puff where women don’t want it.
The world’s first denim jeans with a waterproof membrane come with a steep price tag. We tested these ‘weatherproof’ cycling jeans for this first look review.
Pertex fabrics, ‘super-DWR,’ and featherweight construction: Eddie Bauer’s First Ascent climbing releases for spring 2019 clearly show the brand wants to compete with the best of the best.
Unique construction silences and stabilizes the new NEMO Tensor sleeping pad, which we review here.
The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Dirigo 2 Dyneema Tent is a surprisingly sturdy trekking-pole-lofted triangle tent. We tested the Dirigo, made for space- and weight-savers who want a step up from cowboy camping.
Patent-pending FeatherCore insulation closes the gap to down in the NEMO Kyan 35 Synthetic Mummy sleeping bag.
Whether you’re just joining the barefoot shoe revolution or looking for a better pair for racing and everyday wear, the Vivobarefoot Magna Trail FG provides style, comfort, and versatility — for a price.
We’ve found the best adventure fanny packs. From fishing waist packs to hiking day packs and running fanny packs, we have it all.
Smith’s folded lens lets you see more of the mountain — no question. But it comes with a cost. We reviewed the Smith 4D MAG Goggles for 2 months in this review.
No longer is there a need to sacrifice traction for fuel efficiency. Toyota finally brings all-wheel-drive functionality to its popular eco-friendly frontrunner, the Prius.
Here are the best women’s hiking, climbing, and travel pants. Pick a pair and get ready for adventure.
Will giant suction cups securely transport your bicycle?
Surly now makes an e-bike. Are these the end times? Not so fast — the Big Easy offers big reasons to give up the car. Of course, it comes at a price.
United by Blue and SOLE’s Jasper Wool Chukka is perhaps the most sustainable shoe ever made. I tested them for a few weeks for this review.
The Therm-a-rest NeoAir UberLite is the lightest insulated air mattress ever made. We tested the NeoAir UberLite for this review.
Plenty of warmth and intuitive design make the REI Magma 15 sleeping bag a simple, solid three-season option.
REI’s flagship backpacking tent gets a flashy update for 2019. But how does it stack up in the field?
A soft Dyneema upper, a rigid carbon fiber sole, and titanium hardware give shape to the lightest production cycling shoe to hit the market. ‘No ifs, ands, or buts about it,’ according to Specialized. This is our first look review.
The Cotopaxi Allpa’s $190 sticker price may seem high for a carry-on piece. But a clever combination of design, organization, and features may actually save travelers money on baggage fees in the long run.
Waterless-dyed straps, midsoles made with soybean oil, and construction that can be repaired again and again — Chaco wants the Playa Pro to be ‘the last flip-flops you’ll ever buy.’
Impressive performance, versatility, and durability backed up with clean lines and good looks — the Haibike XDURO AllMtn 9.0 might just be one of the best all-around electric mountain bikes on the market.
After two recalls, Trango re-released what it calls ‘the world’s most ergonomic belay device.’ So we put the Vergo assisted-braking belay to a first look test.
When it comes to winter boots, the Montana climate demands performance. And Muck’s Arctic Hunter Tall Boots deliver.
Huck 30-foot cliffs with a carbon board? Now that’s a serious claim. Weston updates the Backwoods in carbon for 2019. We toured in Wyoming and Colorado for this first look review.
Smooth, dependable, and consistent — that’s the story behind Hoyt’s newest carbon-riser marvel, the RX-3 Ultra compound bow.
The Patagonia M10 Anorak and Galvanized Pants blend minimalism and performance for hardcore alpine adventures. But these garments took a beating in our Alaskan ice climbing test for this review.
