Reviews

Salomon Sense Ride 5 Review: One Trail Shoe to Rule Them All?

Adept on rugged trail, capable on pavement, and long-lasting, if a quiver-killer of a shoe exists, the Salomon Sense Ride 5 might be it.

Written by Matthew Medendorp February 08, 2024

Waterproof Down Warmth, Fleece-Lined Comfort: Kids’ L.L.Bean Down Jacket Review

L.L.Bean’s Down Jacket is our daughter’s daily driver for its cozy warmth and lightweight design that doesn’t weigh her down.

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort February 08, 2024

Butora Gomi Review: Sticky, Soft, and Savage Rock Climbing Shoe

The Butora Gomi proved to be a sensitive, sticky, and tight but comfortable high-performance rock shoe that excelled indoors and outdoors.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 08, 2024

Hear the World, Feel the Music: Suunto Wing Open-Ear Headphones Review

No earbuds? No problem. The new Suunto Wing open-ear headphones bypass your ear and go straight to the source — all without blocking out ambient…

Written by Rebecca Ross February 07, 2024

Trail Running With a $7,800 Watch: Montblanc 1858 Geosphere 0 Oxygen South Pole Review

The Montblanc 1858 Geosphere review is a very expensive watch fit for an Antarctic marathon.

Written by Sean McCoy February 07, 2024

Reliable Power in a Sleek, Durable Package: BioLite BaseCharge 600 Review

The BioLite BaseCharge 600 reliably delivered power with a light and compact form factor. It also looked good while doing it.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 07, 2024

Top-Tier Optics at a Mid-Range Price: Maven RS1.2 Rifle Scope Review

Maven’s RS1.2 rifle scope pairs premium glass and long-range shooting in a versatile-sized package.

Written by Adam Moore February 06, 2024

A True Quiver Killer? Coalition Snow La Nieve Backcountry Ski Review

This capable queen of a ski will take you from resort to the skin track with ease.

Written by Claire Barber February 06, 2024

Ruffwear Front Range Dog Harness Review: After 5 Years of Testing by a Pulling GSP

The Ruffwear Front Range Dog Harness is, for me, an ideal dog harness for everyday use.

Written by Sean McCoy February 06, 2024

Gear for the Future: Edelrid 3R Rock Climbing Collection Is Recycled Head to Toe

The Edelrid 3R collection makes rock climbing in recycled gear, from head to toe, possible for the first time.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 05, 2024

Electrified Van Life: 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter First Drive Review

We finally get some driver seat time in the 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter. It was a rainy day, but we came away with sunny visions of…

Written by Paul Eisenstein February 05, 2024

SealLine Pro Dry Pack Review: The Armored Megamouth of Dry Bags

If you’re on the search for a multiday expedition dry bag, look no further than the SealLine Pro Dry Pack 120L. This pack swallows and…

Written by Sean Jansen February 02, 2024

2024 Lexus GX Overtrail First Drive Review: What You Won’t Find on the Spec Sheet

Our resident Lexus GX off-road enthusiast got time with the all-new 2024 GX 550 and found that there is much more to this luxury SUV…

Written by Bryon Dorr February 01, 2024

Size and Performance Balancing Act: Maven S.3A 20-40×67 Spotting Scope Review

Spotting scopes can be a brutal buy for any hunter. The Maven S.3A offers good glass and versatility at a spot-on price.

Written by Adam Moore January 31, 2024

Distance Runner’s Dream: Salomon Sense Pro 10 Vest Has All the Storage & None of the Sag

The ultra-soft, ultra-stretchy Salomon Sense Pro 10 running vest expands to hold enough for ultra-distance events. But it packs down flat enough to be a…

Written by Lucie Hanes January 31, 2024

High-Output Activity Hardshell for Anything but Climbing: Arc’teryx Beta AR Jacket Review

From high-aerobic activities like cross-country skiing, all-day endeavors such as backcountry touring, and everyday outdoor excursions with kids, the Arc’teryx Beta AR is the perfect…

Written by David Gladish January 31, 2024

Weigh It Down, Zap Around: Xtracycle Swoop 2.0 Cargo E-Bike Review

The Xtracycle Swoop 2.0 is a capable, well-handling, and easy-to-use cargo e-bike from the brand that originated the long-tail bicycle.

Written by Cameron Martindell January 30, 2024

Hammock Camping in Winter? OneTigris ROCDOMUS Hot Tent Makes It Possible on a Budget

The ROCDOMUS Hammock Hot Tent aspires to do it all on a budget, from providing a hot hang for winter hammockers, to being a lightweight…

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl January 30, 2024

GOAT Multi-Tool Review: A Capable, Customizable Winner — With a Few Caveats

The world’s first fully customizable multitool offers progressive engineering and unparalleled flexibility — but with a few growing pains.

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl January 29, 2024

Serious Pants for Serious Bowhunters: Sitka Gear Intercept Pants Review

Spot-and-stalk bowhunters would do themselves a disservice by not checking out the Sitka Gear Intercept Pants for highly technical hunts.

Written by Josh Kirchner January 29, 2024

Sustainable Bibs That Will Fit Almost Anyone: TREW Gear TREWth PRIMO Bib Review

When the snow gets deep, the TREW Gear TREWth PRIMO Bibs excel. Matched with new 100% recycled fabric and extended sizing, there’s a whole lot…

Written by Eric Phillips January 26, 2024

Energy-Saving, Fast-Heating: Hedgehog Buddy i3 Boot and Glove Dryer Review

The Hedgehog Buddy i3 generates enough hot air in an hour to heat a small home, fights odors and kills bacteria, and dries boots, gloves,…

Written by Will Brendza January 26, 2024

Unique, Functional, and Downright Cozy: WeeDo OhDeer Deer Snowsuit Review

With extra padding and durability added to high-use areas like the knees, elbows, and butt, the WeeDo OhDeer Snowsuit is as comfortable and durable as…

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort January 26, 2024

Undercover E-Bike: Desiknio X20 Gravel Review

Desiknio’s X20 Gravel e-bike tames even the gnarliest gravel courses, and most onlookers will never know it is motorized.

Written by Mark Wilson January 24, 2024

Your Home Mattress Away From Home: NEMO Roamer Double Review

The NEMO Roamer Double is an uncompromising twin-occupancy camping mattress designed with the long haul in mind.

Written by Nate Lemin January 24, 2024

Easy-On, Easy-Off, Expert-Level Ski Boots: Dalbello Cabrio LV 130 Review

The Dalbello Cabrio LV 130 three-piece boots ski smooth and powerfully, yet soften impacts in harder snow — and unlike most traditional overlap boots, getting…

Written by Bergen Tjossem January 23, 2024