Reviews

Horrific Track Cycling Crash Hospitalizes a Fan, Prompts Safety Review

An ugly wipeout at the Commonwealth Games over the weekend put three riders and a fan in the hospital, exposing organizers to scrutiny.

Written by Sam Anderson August 04, 2022

Built for Women, Great for Anyone: La Sportiva Katana Laces Climbing Shoe Review

The women’s La Sportiva Katana Laces is a shoe that continues to excel on various terrain, with improved edging and heel hooking capabilities.

Written by Miya Tsudome August 02, 2022

Look Ma, No Hands! Mercedes Drive Pilot Level 3 Autonomous Tech Review

We get hands-on, and hands-off, with the latest autonomous tech. The Mercedes Drive Pilot system is the first level 3 autonomous tech in consumer vehicles.

Written by Paul Eisenstein August 02, 2022

‘Thwack-Tacular’ Front-Flipper: Urban EDC Supply LC Knife Review

Available now for preorder, the Urban EDC Supply LC is one of the most interesting pocket knives under $300. Its high-end fit and finish live…

Written by Josh Wussow August 02, 2022

Luxury Sedan Bargain: 2023 Genesis G90 Review

While SUVs may dominate the market, sedans still set the image for a brand, especially a luxury marque like Genesis. And with the full-size 2023…

Written by Paul Eisenstein August 02, 2022

The Summer’s Hottest SUP: Body Glove Performer 2022 Review

What makes the Body Glove Performer one of the most popular standup paddleboards on the waves today? We took it for a spin to find…

Written by Mary Murphy August 02, 2022

I Leased a Hot Hatch as My Family Hauler and Love It: 2022 VW GTI Review

I needed a family car, but one that I could enjoy. A hot hatch seemed like the right answer. After some time with my new…

Written by Chris Teague August 01, 2022

Wildly Popular Solo Stove Fire Pit Gets Upgraded: Bonfire 2.0 Review

Solo Stove is helping lead the way in the popularity of smokeless fire pits. Today, its bestselling fire pit gets its first big upgrade.

Written by Jake Ferguson August 01, 2022

Meet the SUV Improv Group: 2022 Rolls-Royce Cullinan Review

We get behind the wheel of one of the most opulent SUVs on the planet, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan. What a way to travel! The first…

Written by Robin Warner July 29, 2022

Most Dialed ‘SUP-Yak’ Yet: ISLE Switch Review

Get two watercraft for the price — and space — of one. We tried the ISLE Switch SUP-yak to see how it fares.

Written by Mary Murphy July 28, 2022

Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Review: A Favorite for Fast, Long, Technical Trail Running

The Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 trail running shoes are lightweight, all-around trail runners that excel in versatility and grip. They’re at home moving fast…

Written by Sam Schild July 28, 2022

$50 Noise-Canceling Wireless Earbuds: Soundcore Life A3i Review

Could the budget-best get even better? Soundcore updates one of our favorite values in wireless earbuds.

Written by Josh Wussow July 27, 2022

Small Footprint, Big Experience: 2022 Audi Q3 Review

The 2022 Audi Q3 is a playful small crossover, but road noise and body roll put a damper on ultimate fun.

Written by Evan Williams July 27, 2022

Affordable, Entry-Level Ultralight Tent: 3FUL Gear Lanshan 2 Review

Dabble in ultralight backpacking before you dive into it, with the stout, if imperfect, 3FUL Gear Lanshan 2 Tent.

Written by Josh Wussow July 26, 2022

Track Down This Knife: One Small Change Makes the Spyderco Brouwer an Outstanding Secondhand Buy

Maybe the best Spyderco blade ever, the Brouwer is tough to find, but well worth the effort.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene July 26, 2022

Ultimate Dive Watch Under $1,000: Garmin Descent G1 Solar Review

Although I’ve spent years snorkeling, free diving, and exploring the ocean, it wasn’t until recently that I officially got my scuba certification. Scuba opens up…

Written by Rebecca Parsons July 26, 2022

Reviewing a Classic: Does the Opinel No. 7 Folding Knife Still Make the Cut?

Digging into the Opinel knife’s performance and design shows that its key to success is a clever knife that uses its features and materials to…

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene July 25, 2022

How This Infrared Heat ‘Solo Sauna’ Helped Aid in My Race Recovery

As an endurance athlete, I have been hearing about the benefits of the infrared sauna for a long time. However, when kids came on board…

Written by Chelsey Magness July 25, 2022

Taiga Orca Carbon Review: This Electric Personal Watercraft Is Fast, Fun, and Quiet

We got to test the first commercially available electric personal watercraft, the Taiga Orca Carbon. We found it to be fast, fun, and nearly silent.

Written by Berne Broudy July 25, 2022

First Drive Review: Battery-Electric 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB Compact Crossover

We flew all the way to Germany to get some seat time in the new 2022 Mercedes EQB electric compact crossover and came away impressed.

Written by Paul Eisenstein July 25, 2022

Out on the Razor’s Edge: GiantMouse ACE Nazca Knife Review

The GiantMouse ACE Nazca Knife offers good usability at a nice price point, but beware of its locking mechanism.

Written by Josh Wussow July 25, 2022

Mercedes Could End Range Anxiety Once and for All: We Drive the Vision EQXX Prototype

We traveled to Germany to get a first-hand experience behind the wheel of the Mercedes Vision EQXX prototype. Range anxiety be gone!

Written by Paul Eisenstein July 24, 2022

HOKA Bondi 8 Review: Big, Bold, Comfortable, and Cleaner Aesthetic

I’ll be perfectly blunt: of all the HOKA running shoes, the Bondi has historically been one of my least favorite. It’s not a bad shoe,…

Written by Cory Smith July 22, 2022

Casio G-SHOCK GA-B2100 Watch Review: Best Analog G-Shock Gets Better

It’s not every day that you get to handle an icon. Still rarer are the times when, through some whim of the universe, you’re offered…

Written by Josh Wussow July 21, 2022

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander: The Best Mitsubishi in Decades

Mitsubishi needs a hit, and the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander CUV might just be that vehicle. In fact, it might be the best Mitsubishi in years.

Written by Andy Lilienthal July 21, 2022

2022 Nissan Armada SL: Family Road Trip Review

Is there a better way to review a big SUV than a mixed-terrain road trip with the family? Nope, so that’s exactly what we did…

Written by Cameron Martindell July 20, 2022

Archery Bullseyes, Full Freezers: Victory VAP TKO Arrow Review

Victory Archery is the undisputed carbon arrow experts. Its VAP TKO Arrow line is as good as it gets for micro-diameter carbon arrows.

Written by Josh Kirchner July 20, 2022

Take Back Your Garage: ‘The Lift’ Adds Dimension to Gear Storage & Organization

The Lift, Top Shelf’s wall-mounted storage rack, allows you to store your hitch or roof rack-mounted attachments easily and safely while also utilizing them as…

Written by Taylor Roby July 19, 2022