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Nitecore EDC33 Review: Tiny Flashlight Boasts Quarter-Mile Reach and ‘Lumen Shield’

This small flashlight marries small size with incredible power and runtime.

Written by Sean McCoy December 26, 2023

Bushcraft-Ready Folding Knife From the Land of Trolls: Helle Bleja Review

If you don’t think a folding knife can make for a great bushcraft blade, then you haven’t met the Helle Bleja.

Written by Nick LeFort December 26, 2023

Cracks Are Lame: Dark Energy Spectre Flexible Solar Panel Review

Unlimited flexible power on the go is what the Dark Energy Spectre will get you. Your power bank is about to have serious juice without…

Written by Josh Kirchner December 22, 2023

The Ski Pack Your Backcountry Guide Wants: Raide Research LF 40L Review

The debut product from Raide Research, the Raide LF 40L backcountry ski pack combines the best features of competitive packs — and includes a few that…

Written by Will Brendza December 21, 2023

All the Perks, Half the Weight: Beast Gear Stand and Climbing Sticks Review

Tree stands are heavy. Beast Gear’s Stand and Sticks deliver all the benefits of a traditional tree stand at nearly half of the weight.

Written by Adam Moore December 20, 2023

WWII ‘Dirty Dozen’ Field Watch Reborn: Vario 1945 D12 Review

Horological history and modern touches make for a tribute piece done right.

Written by Josh Wussow December 19, 2023

State 4130 All-Road: Comfy, Capable Gravel Bike at an Unbeatable $899

The State 4130 All-Road is a comfortable, capable, and versatile ride for the casual cyclist. And the price is unbeatable.

Written by Mark Wilson December 18, 2023

Stealth Mode, Kill Switch, 1,000-Hour Battery Life: Garmin Foretrex 801 Review

With the Foretrex 801, Garmin promises up to 1,000 hours of backcountry navigation at the turn of a wrist.

Written by Nick LeFort December 18, 2023

Dometic GO Hydration Water Faucet Review: Why It’s Now Part of My Everyday Kit

The Dometic GO Hydration Water Faucet delivered water conveniently, and, I might say, luxuriously. It earned its spot as everyday kit.

Written by Seiji Ishii December 15, 2023

A Cotton-Merino Alternative to Synthetic-Based Windbreakers: icebreaker Shell+ Review

Icebreaker’s Shell+ Merino Cotton Windbreaker offers lightweight weather protection without petroleum-based textiles like nylon and polyester.

Written by GJ Staff December 15, 2023

Moultrie Mobile Edge Pro Review: A Cellular Trail Cam for the Deer Junkie

Moultrie Mobile’s Edge Pro gives you real-time deer data, eliminating false triggers, unwanted squirrel pics, and the headache of swapping out sim cards to find…

Written by Adam Moore December 15, 2023

Titanium, MagnaCut, and Carbon Fiber, Oh My! Zero Tolerance ZT0545 Pocket Knife Review

Zero Tolerance combines a trio of premium materials into the ZT0545, a contender for the best pocket knife on the market.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene December 14, 2023

The Occasional Grind: Game Winner Number 12 Meat Grinder Review

The Game Winner Number 12 meat grinder should appeal to the home butcher looking to process their own game who doesn’t live solely on the…

Written by Adam Moore December 14, 2023

Luxury on a Mission: Luminox Atacama Field Watch Review

The Luminox Atacama Field Watch reviewed here in depth is a luxury timepiece on a mission — tough, functional, and bold.

Written by Sean McCoy December 14, 2023

Everyday Aggressor: Vosteed RSKAOS Pocket Knife Review

Vosteed partners with RS Knifeworks on a mean-looking everyday carry option: the compound-grind RSKAOS wharncliffe pocket knife.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene December 14, 2023

Bringing Back the Buckle, Bailing on BOA and Velcro: SCARPA F1 XT Ski Touring Boot Review

The SCARPA lightweight F1 XT ski touring boots borrow from bigger boots and tour like a race boot. Of SCARPA’s F1 family, this might just…

Written by Bergen Tjossem December 14, 2023

The Headlamp That Helped Me Podium at Leadville 100: Black Diamond Distance 1500 Review

The Distance 1500 headlamp from Black Diamond makes it possible to zone out and plod on all night long without worrying (too much) about surviving…

Written by Lucie Hanes December 13, 2023

2024 Chevy Blazer EV First Drive Review: FWD, RWD, AWD All on Offer

We get behind the wheel of the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV in the mountains outside San Diego and come away impressed.

Written by Paul Eisenstein December 13, 2023

A Year With Whoop 4.0: A Personal Trainer Weighs In

The Whoop 4.0 provided incredibly insightful evidence of things that affected my sleep, recovery, and ability to perform.

Written by Seiji Ishii December 12, 2023

Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato Review: The Most Fun (A Lot of) Money Can Buy

We got behind the wheel of Lambo’s absurdly hilarious off-road-capable supercar. The Huracán Sterrato produces nothing but grins on and off road.

Written by Michael Van Runkle December 12, 2023

Near-Perfect Goggle, Swappable Lens System You May Never Need: Zeal Lookout Review

When it comes to clarity in changing conditions, the Zeal Lookouts are some of the best goggles I’ve tested in 2023.

Written by Mary Murphy December 11, 2023

Finally, a Travel Dog Bed That Isn’t Just Foam: Timberdog Ruffrest Review

This dog bed is made for adventure. It has a sleeping bag, suitcase-like storage, a built-in leash, and reflective hits. But does it hold up?

Written by Katie Rasmussen December 08, 2023

The Freeride Ski That Genuinely Performs Anywhere: Völkl Blaze 106 Review

I was repeatedly surprised by how light and versatile Völkl Blaze 106 skis were both in and out of the ski resort.

Written by Bergen Tjossem December 08, 2023

Steel Is Real: Affordable Kona Rove Gravel Bike Surprises

The Kona Rove is a comfortable, capable, and versatile stable steel-framed gravel bike that sells for $1,599.

Written by Berne Broudy December 08, 2023

CRKT MinimalX Review: Brute Force Blade Does What Others Can’t

An anomaly of the knife world that doesn’t fit into a specific category, the CRKT MinimalX will pleasantly surprise with its daily utility.

Written by Nick LeFort December 07, 2023

A Fit That Feels Custom, But Isn’t: Alpine Fit Base Layers Review

Alaska’s Alpine Fit has made an impressive mark when it comes to comfortable, performance base layers.

Written by Mary Murphy December 06, 2023

Gunner Dog Bowl Review: The Bowl You Didn’t Know You Needed

Known for making nearly indestructible dog kennels, Gunner set its sights on building a dog bowl that meets its own high standard.

Written by Zach Burton December 06, 2023

What’s the ‘Big Idea’? Ti Knife Review

Big I Designs is one of a slew of companies that have sprung up in the last decade that deal in what can only be…

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene December 06, 2023

Better Boots, Burly Build, Fewer Zips: KUIU HD Flex Wader Review

KUIU’s HD Flex Waders combine an impressive boot with premium materials and useful features that meet and exceed expectations.

Written by Douglas Spale December 06, 2023

Big, Fat, Beautiful Beast: Sniper Bladeworks TOG Folding Knife Review

For some folding knives, portability takes a backseat to sheer muscle. The Sniper Bladeworks provides massive utility that just so happens to (almost) fit in…

Written by Nick LeFort December 05, 2023

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