First Look: Black Diamond ‘Iota’ Headlamp Review
The era of efficient micro-lighting has arrived with the Black Diamond Iota.
Toughest Climbing Pack: Dyneema 2400 Porter Reviewed
Made from fabric that is ‘stronger than steel,’ the Hyperlite Dyneema 2400 Porter is light, streamlined, and just about perfect – except for the price.
Taste Test: ‘Filling’ Boosts New Clif Energy Bars
Chewy bars with a creamy nut-butter center give Clif a ‘category-first’ kind of delicious energy.
9 Best Men’s Short Sleeping Bags
Nine sleeping bags were put through months of testing and countless nights outside for this review. Here are the best men’s short sleeping bags for camping and backpacking you can buy.
First Look: Saucony RAZOR ICE+ Winter Running Shoes
Are you a winter runner? We test a new gaiter-equipped, ground-gripping shoe that Saucony touts can ‘make ice obsolete.’
Lezyne Pressure Drive: The Best Little Bike Pump We’ve Tested
Hand-pumps are essential for cyclists. But which is the best? We’ve found a favorite with the Lezyne Pressure Drive.
Kwaiken: EDC Gem From German Giant
This unique blade puts the German giant Boker on the North American map.
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Review: Stio ‘Eddy Gingham’ Women’s Shirt
Stio took a shot at an all-around rugged shirt for women. We put the Eddy Gingham to the test.
First Look: All-City ‘Pony Express’ Bike
Classic details, a stout frame, and an appetite for pavement or dirt, All City’s Pony Express is a unique urban ride.
SOL Bivvy Review: Emergency Night’s Sleep
Packing light or preparing for emergencies, these bivvy sacks make a convenient go-anywhere sleeper.
Review: Tasc ‘Bamboo-Based’ T-Shirt For The Outdoors
In a market with a million T-shirts, a New Orleans brand offers something different.
Custom, Made-In-USA Backpack … For Your Dog
Groundbird Gear crafts lightweight backpacking gear for dogs. We put one through 1,000 miles of testing.
Review: Bolle’s ‘The One’ Bike Helmet For Any Occasion
A current helmet from Bolle converts for use on the road or single-track, hot weather or cold. We put The One to the test.
Best All-Around Blade? Fallkniven F1z Review
Are you in the market for a knife that’s light on the pocketbook but heavy on utility? The Fallkniven F1z could be your ideal everyday carry.
Review: Danner Mountain 600 Boots Modernize A Classic
Danner plugged new Vibram tech into an old school design with the new Mountain 600 hiking boot. We put them to the test to see if they feel as good as they look.
Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad: Non-Stretch Baffles Mean Comfort
Non-stretch baffles, smaller pack weight, and more loft? The NEMO Tensor sleeping pad we tested had some surprising features.
Tested: Bike Light Creates ‘Laser Lanes’ On Dark Streets
The Sentinel 40 is a rechargeable bike taillight with a unique twist for added safety.
First Look: GoPro HERO5 Black
GoPro released their latest line of cameras October 2nd, and beyond video function, all of the updates come with user accessibility.
First Look: KEEN APhlex Thrashed, Still Thrives
The KEEN APhlex is a light hiking boot that can stand up to the rigors of off-trail bushwhacking. We put them to the test in the Rocky Mountains for this review.
First Look: REI Upgrades ‘Quarter Dome’ Tent For 2017
The REI Quarter Dome is among the most popular tents sold in the U.S., and for 2017 it’s completely redesigned. We got a first look at the all new Quarter Dome 1-, 2-, and 3-person tents.
First Look: Primus Tupike For The Campground Gourmet
If your campsite is regularly filled with the aroma of gourmet cooking, the Primus Tupike can match your knife skills and live up to your recipes.
Updated Icon: Salomon Speedcross 4 Review
Among the more popular trail shoes of our era, Salomon updates its Speedcross for 2016. We took the 4th generation of the shoe on a series of trail and mountain runs for this review.
Origami Boat: Oru Folding Kayak Review
The Oru Kayak is a ‘real boat’ that fits in a backpack. We put it to the test in Minnesota lakes for this review.
New Blood: Otso ‘Plus-Fat’ Mountain Bike Review
Two bikes in one, the Otso Voytek blurs the line between plus-size and fat in a modular mountain bike build. We got an early test model for this review.
Review: US-Made Hammock Created From Plastic Bottles
This simple hammock by Yukon Outfitters, the SomniSmart, is made in the USA from recycled plastic bottles.
First Look: Thule’s 2016 Technical Backpack Line
People know Thule for its vehicle racks. But the Swedish brand has a burgeoning backpack line.
First Look: GoPro ‘Karma’ Drone
GoPro today unveiled its Karma drone. The company’s first quadcopter will come to market by the end of the this year and brings new features to the space.
GHOST Bikes: Learning To Fly In South Tyrol
The Italian Dolomites are a dream destination for mountain biking, and the proving grounds for the GHOST Carbon SL AMR 6 LC.
YETI ‘Brick’ Is One Burly Bottle Opener
Need to open a bottle, or maybe smash a window? The YETI Brick will easily do both.
NoPro? Action Camera Alternative Ricoh WG-M2 Reviewed
Can any action sports camera stand up to GoPro’s quality without the GoPro price? We may have found one.
Family Hauler: Minivan Modified For Kids, Bikes & Gear
Our editor modified a family minivan for ultimate gear-hauling capacity, including six bikes, four kids, two parents, a dog, and camping gear on top.
