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Somewear Global Hotspot Review: Simple Off-Grid Assistance

Forgoing all the fancy extras, Somewear relies heavily on users’ phones to power its wearable hotspot. But does that ease of use make for reliability…

Written by Seiji Ishii December 27, 2018

How HOKA ONE ONE Built My Favorite Trail Shoe, the Speedgoat 3

Take an early look at the Speedgoat 3, which our reporter tested for three months over 500 miles.

Written by Andy Cochrane December 19, 2018

Affordable Optics: Hawke Endurance ED Spotting Scope Review

Hawke Optics isn’t a well-known brand here in the U.S. But that may change as this British company continues to add serviceable and affordable optics…

Written by Keith Crowley December 17, 2018

World’s Skinniest Half Rope: Edelrid Pro Dry 7.1 Review

We put ‘the skinniest and lightest half rope money can buy’ to the test.

Written by Seiji Ishii December 13, 2018

Seek Outside Goshawk 4800 Review: A Lightweight, Adaptable Hunting Pack

We put Seek Outside’s Goshawk 4800 through its paces in the wilderness of southwest Montana. It proved to be extremely versatile, serving as a daypack,…

Written by Dane Rider December 12, 2018

Highways to High Desert: Colorado Teardrops Canyonland Trailer Review

For eight days and 2,500 miles, my wife and I lived in a Colorado Teardrops Canyonland. If you’re considering a tow-behind for your adventures, here…

Written by Nick Legan December 10, 2018

Fastest Filter? GRAYL GEOPRESS Bottle Purifies Nasty Water

GRAYL just announced the third iteration of its innovative water bottle. The all-new GEOPRESS increases volume, adds features, and removes bacteria, viruses, and pollutants in…

Written by Christophe Noel December 07, 2018

Review: Patagonia Micro Puff Storm Upgrades the King of Puffies

Patagonia improves its most advanced puffy ever to stand up to even wetter conditions.

Written by Seiji Ishii December 06, 2018

Crash Tested! LEM Helmet Saves My Noggin

LEM cycling helmets arrived just in time to protect me from a nasty bike crash. The Gavia road race helmet and the all-mountain Flow helmet…

Written by Bryon Dorr December 05, 2018

Warmth-to-Weight Sweet Spot (for Your Feet): Danner Raptor 650 First Look

Danner says its Raptor 650 boots are ‘inspired by life in mountain towns.’ So I beat the crap out of a pair in the frozen…

Written by Ryan Johnson December 04, 2018

2019 Honda Passport Relaunch Aims for Mountain Town Market

The crossover/SUV market is super hot right now, and Honda is taking full advantage. It will resurrect the adventurous Honda Passport for 2019, a vehicle…

Written by Bryon Dorr November 30, 2018

Epic Graphite Fly Rod Review: Power Meets Response

Epic makes high-end fly fishing rods for anglers as picky as a stubborn rainbow trout. We put its 5-weight to the test in this review.

Written by Chloe Nostrant November 29, 2018

Best 360-Degree Camera? Field Testing the Rylo

Record with the Rylo and change what the video displays after you’ve already recorded. The Rylo impressed us in our field test with its 5.8K resolution,…

Written by GJ Staff November 27, 2018

Wahoo ELEMNT Review: Bike Navigation On Road and Off

Datavores rejoice! Virtual reams of cycling metrics are delivered to your handlebars with the Wahoo ELEMNT bike computer. In this review, we focus on the ELEMNT’s…

Written by Steve Graepel November 20, 2018

Small Engine, Big Truck: 2019 Silverado 4-Cylinder Turbo Review

Chevy launches a 2.7L turbo four-cylinder engine for its 2019 Silverado. We got behind the wheel of this impressive truck for a first look review.

Written by Bryon Dorr November 19, 2018

Bright Ice: ORCA LiddUp Illuminated Cooler Review

See your bevies in the dark with built-in LEDs that light up what’s in your cooler.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 17, 2018

This ‘Smart’ Bike Helmet Has a Bluetooth Speaker & Automatic Light

London-based Flare hopes to set the bike world on fire with its eponymously named smart helmet. Packed with enhanced electronics, it promises to improve safety…

Written by Christophe Noel November 15, 2018

Is Onewheel+ XR the Future of Personal Transportation?

The OneWheel+ XR is part electric go-cart, part all-terrain snowboard, and part magic carpet — or at least that’s how it feels.

Written by Mike Misselwitz November 13, 2018

Küat GRIP Sliding Ski Rack Review: No More Hard-To-Reach Skis

Küat reinvigorates a stagnant category with the GRIP Ski Rack. It makes carrying your skis on your roof easier and more ergonomic — and you’ll…

Written by Berne Broudy November 09, 2018

Marmot Castle Peak Jacket Review: Fend Off Moisture Inside and Out

Marmot employs the latest tech from Polartec to create a full-featured backcountry ski jacket. With it, the brand hopes to raise the level of comfort…

Written by Seiji Ishii November 09, 2018

Comfortable Portage Pack First Look: SealLine Updates Dry Bags for 2019

The longtime dry bag developer revamps its line of portage packs for everyone from the urban traveler to the serious paddler.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 06, 2018

Hard Charging: Jaybird Releases Tarah Pro Wireless Headphones

Jaybird releases its most elite sport headphone to date: the Tarah Pro. The rugged yet lightweight Tarah Pro is the first in the company’s new…

Written by Julie Kailus November 01, 2018

Swiss Army ‘Hunter Pro Alox’ Review: Big Folding Knife, Modern Aesthetic

Victorinox Swiss Army’s latest release decorates a hunting knife in silver-colored Alox scales. The Hunter Pro Alox has the makings of an outdoorsy knife with…

Written by Nate Mitka October 30, 2018

Rain Shell Review: Lightweight Black Diamond Climbing Jacket Punches Above Its Weight Class

Black Diamond’s new for 2018 BD.dry produces an excellent three-season, just-in-case rain shell.

Written by Seiji Ishii October 26, 2018

Full Assembly Required: THESIS Aims to Shake Up Bike Industry

Buy a bike online with a suite of customization options, then assemble it from the ground up after delivery. THESIS claims to save customers thousands…

Written by Nick Legan October 26, 2018

Xtratuf x Salmon Sisters Legacy Boot Review: The Daily Multitasker

Built by and for Alaskan anglers, the Xtratuf boot line is designed for hard work in the harshest conditions. In collaboration with Salmon Sisters, the…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 24, 2018

Salomon 2019 Road Running Shoe: ‘Predict RA’ Complements Foot Structure

Flexibility throughout the sole aims to add both comfort and stability on hard-pavement runs. Salomon claims its Predict RA will also relieve hip and knee…

Written by Kraig Becker October 24, 2018

First Lite Women’s Sawtooth Hybrid Jacket Review: Versatility for Female Hunters

The Women’s Sawtooth Hybrid Jacket is a new versatile hunting jacket by First Lite. For this review, we field tested it in the arid backcountry…

Written by Allie D'Andrea October 22, 2018

Kammok Bobcat Trail Quilt Review: Blanket Transforms for Hammock Camping

A minimalist sleeping bag, a blanket, a top quilt, and an underquilt all in one cozy package, Kammok’s new Bobcat Trail Quilt packs a soft,…

Written by Jake Ferguson October 18, 2018

Dynafit TLT Speedfit Ski Touring Boot Review: Good for Ice Climbs?

Switch from tight, ‘ski mode’ to articulating ‘walk mode,’ strap on some crampons, and send the icefall. We tested Dynafit’s TLT Speedfit ski touring boot…

Written by Seiji Ishii October 16, 2018

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