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.
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, and a surprising number of handy — and hidden — features.
RVLock: Push-Button Access to Any RV
Unlock the convenience of keyless entry with coded security and a one-touch wireless remote for RVs.
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.
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 put them to the test in the Grand Tetons.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 into elk hunting season.
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 2020 Cutthroat feels compared to the Great Divide classic.
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.
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 balanced sleeping pad for three-season use.
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.
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.
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 Knife Sharpener for this review.
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 product is all about.
Velomacchi Speedway Tool Roll Review: Pack Tightly
Velomacchi builds a functional, compact, and — dare we say — stylish way to stash tools on your motorcycle.
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 shorthair pointer for the last 2 months for this review.
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.
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 it’s nearing $2 million on Kickstarter.
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 M.1 Mountain Bike for 6 weeks to gain an understanding and some first-person perspective on singletrack trails.
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.
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.
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 in this surreal environment.
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 and daily adventures to see if it really offers the peace of mind it advertises.
Best Backpacks for Big-Game Hunting
We tested and researched the best backpacks for hunting deer, elk, and big game. These top hunting packs shone through.
Fuji Outland 29 1.1 Review: My First Real Mountain Bike
After a few years of casual mountain biking, I decided it was time to go ‘full send,’ as they say. This season I’ve been testing Fuji’s new Outland 1.1, and the singletrack has never been better.
Patagonia Recycled Black Hole Gear Tote: First Look
Patagonia reused 10 million plastic bottles to create the new Black Hole Bag line. We tested the 61L mega-tote for this review.
Western Mountaineering Puma Gore Sleeping Bag Review: Cold-Weather Killer
An abundance of warmth and room to spare make the Puma Gore WS Sleeping Bag a superior option for cold-weather pursuits. But get ready to empty your wallet
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