Reviews Archives

Vargo Titanium Sintered Knife Blade: Sharp 5 Times Longer?

Vargo Titanium recently released its first knife with a sintered titanium-ceramic blade. It’s unlike anything we’ve ever tried. We put the Sobata to the test.

Written by Sean McCoy October 22, 2019

Cotopaxi’s Most Popular Product Gets Bigger (and Better): Allpa 42L Travel Pack Review

Building on its fun and functional ethos, Cotopaxi beefs up its best-selling product. The Allpa Travel Pack earns big points for clever design, clean aesthetic,…

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 22, 2019

RVLock: Push-Button Access to Any RV

Unlock the convenience of keyless entry with coded security and a one-touch wireless remote for RVs.

Written by Christophe Noel October 22, 2019

Taste Test: Boon Nut Butter First Look

A new brand from the creators of GU, Boon launches this month with nut butter and stroopwafels to keep even the hangry-est athletes from bonking.

Written by Andy Cochrane October 21, 2019

Merrell MTL Long Sky Review: Ultrarunner-Designed Trail Shoe

Merrell will release the Long Sky trail-running shoe, designed with ultrarunner Anna Frost, in November. We got an early test on these trail runners and…

Written by Andy Cochrane October 21, 2019

La Sportiva TX Guide Review: The Most Runnable Approach Shoe

The La Sportiva TX Guide is at home on both flat terrain and near-vertical crags. It’s a great choice for fast-and-light hikers on technical terrain.

Written by Cory Smith October 18, 2019

Black Diamond Vision Down Parka Review: A Tougher Puffy

New for Black Diamond in 2019, Liquid Crystal Polymer fabric promises better durability in the Vision Down Parka.

Written by Seiji Ishii October 17, 2019

RMU Tailgate Locker Review: MTB & Gear Hauler on the Go

Bicycles, tools, beers, even a shower — RMU’s first tailgate pad packs more functions than mountain bikers will expect.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 17, 2019

Leatherman FREE Pocket Knife: Magnetic ‘K-Series’ First Look

Rounding out Leatherman’s revolutionary FREE Series of magnetic multitools, the K-Series offers a new spin on the trusty pocket knife.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 16, 2019

Sena R1 Helmet Review: Intercom Connects Cyclists on the Road

Motorcycle helmet brand Sena brings a Bluetooth speaker and mic intercom system to the cycling market. We give the Sena R1 helmet a road test.

Written by Steve Graepel October 14, 2019

Backcountry Fuel Box Review: Change Up Your Outdoor Menu

For nearly a year, I’ve been receiving the Backcountry Fuel Box. And the snacks, meals, and bars kept me powered through the summer hiking and…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 11, 2019

Salsa Redesigns Cutthroat: First Ride Review

‘The mountain biker’s road bike’ receives its first redesign since it launched in 2015. We got our hands on a tester to see how the…

Written by Kurt Barclay & Adam Ruggiero October 10, 2019

Benchmade Altitude Review: Crazy-Light, Ultrasharp Mountain Hunting Knife

With S90V steel and a stripped-down design, the Benchmade Altitude packs a ton of cutting prowess into a superlight package.

Written by Sean McCoy October 09, 2019

Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe Sleeping Pad Review: Mattress for Most Seasons

Therm-a-Rest is launching the NeoAir Topo Luxe sleeping pad in February. I got a chance to test it early, and it impressed me as a…

Written by Morgan Sjogren October 03, 2019

Crispi Colorado GTX Boot Review: A Great Early-Season Option for Hunters

This season, I was fortunate enough to take the new Crispi Colorado GTX for a spin. Here’s my take on this rugged and comfortable boot.

Written by Josh Kirchner October 03, 2019

Patagonia Caliza: First Look at a Go-To Crag Pant

The Patagonia Caliza Rock Pants for women release in spring 2020. They’re comfortable, technical, and could soon become your go-to crag pant.

Written by Chelsey Magness October 02, 2019

Work Sharp Knife Sharpener Review: Magnetic, Ergonomic Angle Set

This week, Work Sharp introduces a manual knife sharpener that uses magnets to easily adjust the angle of the hones. We tested the Angle Set…

Written by Sean McCoy October 02, 2019

Flight FUTURELIGHT Jacket Review: The Future of Outerwear?

The North Face’s new breathable-waterproof technology hits the market today. I joined a team of athletes up in the high country to see what the…

Written by Mary Murphy October 01, 2019

Velomacchi Speedway Tool Roll Review: Pack Tightly

Velomacchi builds a functional, compact, and — dare we say — stylish way to stash tools on your motorcycle.

Written by Seiji Ishii September 30, 2019

Fi Dog Collar Review: Find Your Pup With GPS

Dog collars with GPS tracking have given owners a new tool for finding lost dogs. I tested the Fi Smart Dog Collar on my German…

Written by Sean McCoy September 25, 2019

Burley Coho XC Bicycle Trailer Review: Lock and Load

For road or trail, this easy-to-hitch, single-wheel bicycle trailer takes loads your panniers can’t handle.

Written by Cameron Martindell September 24, 2019

Review: The Fast-Charging Power Station That Blew Up Kickstarter

The EcoFlow Delta 1300 battery powers your work and play tools emissions-free. And it claims to recharge faster than any other battery-based generator. No wonder…

Written by Berne Broudy September 20, 2019

Viathon: Walmart’s $6,000 Mountain Bike Put to Test

Viathon Bicycles made waves at its launch earlier this year as a premium bike brand incubated under an unlikely source. We tested the brand’s top-end…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 13, 2019

Off-Road Ultralight: Euro Kids’ Bike Brand woom Hits US

The Austrian kids’ bike brand woom, already ubiquitous in Europe, is tackling a trickier American market with its first off-road ultralight bicycle.

Written by Julie Kailus September 13, 2019

First Look: Merrell’s ‘Sustainable’ Collaboration Contains Algae

The Agility Synthesis is a popular Merrell trail-running shoe. This week, the outdoor brand teamed up with brewer Dogfish Head on a more sustainable version.

Written by Sean McCoy September 12, 2019

I Ran 10 Miles on the Salt Flats to Test ASICS’ New GlideRide Shoes

ASICS came up with a novel proving ground for its GlideRide running shoes: the Bonneville Salt Flats. Reporter Brian Metzler put them to the test…

Written by Brian Metzler September 10, 2019

LifeSaver Jerrycan Review: A Clean Water Solution for Your Truck

LifeSaver improves an age-old off-roading staple — the jerrycan — with modern filtration technology. We tested it over a hot Texas summer of dirt roads…

Written by Seiji Ishii September 09, 2019