Reviews

Kia EV6 Review: A Stylish EV Crossover Ready to Power Your Adventures

We spent a day in California wine country behind the wheel of the all-new 2022 Kia EV6, the first vehicle on the company’s all-new global…

Written by Paul Eisenstein January 31, 2022

Petzl Alto Crash Pad Review: Clever Design, Solid Protection for Comfier Falls and Carries

Petzl crashes into the bouldering category with the Alto, a pad that combines proven materials with a novel — maybe ingenious — design.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 28, 2022

Electric All-Terrain Skateboard Review: Evolve Hadean Carbon Is My New Favorite Way to Commute

Evolve’s high-powered skateboards blur the line between toy and commuter vehicle. We tested the Evolve Hadean Electric skateboard to see just how great they are.

Written by Billy Brown January 25, 2022

Salomon Index.01 Review: 100 Days in Recyclable Running Shoes

Last year, Salomon shook up the footwear market and dropped a fully recyclable shoe, which it will recycle for you at the end of the…

Written by Mary Murphy January 24, 2022

The Best Budget Base Layers: REI Co-op Midweight Base Layer Review

As soon as colder weather hits, base layers are essential to have around. These REI midweight base layers are warm, stretchy, and a great price…

Written by Mary Murphy January 24, 2022

Almost Perfect: 2022 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Review

One of the best off-road SUVs on the market has some pretty solid strengths but is not without its faults.

Written by Danny Korecki January 21, 2022

Puffy Shirt Review: Patagonia UltraAlpine Down Crew, as Light as a Layer Gets

Patagonia’s Alpine Downlab Crew doubles down on ultra-lightweight layering. But is the world ready for a puffy shirt? We tested it to find out.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 18, 2022

Born to Charge the Steeps: Romp’s 2022 Oso Ski Review

Romp Skis’ new Osos were designed to provide an edge over vertical slopes and the “rugged unknown” — but they’ll perform just about anywhere you…

Written by Will Brendza January 17, 2022

Helly Hansen Switch Cargo Pant Review: A Durable, Versatile Snow Pant

Helly Hansen’s Switch Cargo Pant won our best overall pick for women’s ski pants. Find out why in our full review.

Written by Mary Murphy January 13, 2022

Winter Traction: Cooper Discover Snow Claw Tire Review

The Cooper Discoverer Snow Claw Winter Tire finds grip where other tires can’t, and is specially designed to handle extreme winter conditions by staying flexible…

Written by Bruce Smith January 10, 2022

Great GORE-TEX Protection for a Great Price: Gordini Challenge Mitt Review

The Gordini Challenge Mitt won us over as our best budget pick for winter mittens two years running. Find out why in our full review.

Written by Mary Murphy January 04, 2022

MSR’s Lighter, Less Expensive Ultralight Tent: 2022 FreeLite First Look Review

If you’re the type of backpacker who shaves down their toothbrush to save ounces on the trail, the new MSR FreeLite tent is for you.…

Written by David Young December 29, 2021

Treat Yourself to an Amazing All-Mountain Ski: Black Crows Camox Birdie Review

These new slightly powder-driven, all-terrain masterpieces from Black Crows are versatile, edge really well, and come at a great price to sweeten the deal.

Written by Mary Murphy December 28, 2021

The Best Ice Fishing Tents of 2022

Call it an ice shanty, ice shelter, or ice fishing hut. Whatever your preference, these are the best for filling your freezer with fish this…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 23, 2021

Modern Classic: Loki Basecamp Falcon Truck Camper Review

The Loki Basecamp Falcon is a four-season truck camper made to be off the grid for people who love to play in the woods.

Written by Berne Broudy December 21, 2021

2022 Subaru WRX Review: Rally-Ready Daily Driver

We took the 2022 Subaru WRX for a drive and found that it is a street-legal, affordable, AWD, manual-transmission rally car that also doubles as…

Written by Paul A. Eisenstein December 20, 2021

Survive Knives GSO 4.5 Review: Do-It-All Camp Knife

In 2021, Survive Knives started releasing knives in greater numbers and with increased frequency. We took advantage of this and had a look at their…

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene December 16, 2021

The Belt That Sharpens Almost Everything: Argali Kodiak Belt Review

Thanks to the ingenuity of Argali’s Kodiak belt, I’ll never look at a belt the same way again.

Written by Josh Kirchner December 16, 2021

Orbea Oiz M Team Review: XC Race Bike That Yearns to Do More

Orbea’s Oiz update produces a tight, snappy racer with a suspension that can handle rougher trails than many XC race bikes. Check out this Orbea…

Written by Seiji Ishii December 14, 2021

Metolius Session II Review: The Bestselling Crash Pad in the US

Metolius released the Session II in 2014, and it became the bestselling crash pad in the U.S. The brand has updated the pad regularly, and…

Written by Seiji Ishii December 14, 2021

Economical Adventurer: Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD Review

We took the Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD Activ for a weeklong road trip to the Olympic Peninsula to see what this new CUV is all about.

Written by Bryon Dorr December 14, 2021

Best Ski Jacket for Women: Outdoor Research Carbide Jacket Review

Hands down one of the best women’s ski jackets we’ve tested this year, Outdoor Research’s Carbide Jacket has a great design and some unique features.…

Written by Mary Murphy December 13, 2021

The Ultimate Travel Bag? Db Duplex Split Duffle Review

Looking for a perfect, durable, do-all duffel that offers versatility in both packing, and ways to carry? The Db Duplex Duffle may be it.

Written by Mary Murphy December 08, 2021

The Tactical Knife Your Kitchen Needs: CRKT ‘Clever Girl’ Kukri Review

‘What have I gotten myself into?’ was my immediate reaction when I brandished the CRKT Clever Girl Kukri for the first time.

Written by Josh Wussow December 07, 2021

2021 Ford F-150 Reviewed on Urban Mountain Bike Adventure (Video)

Bryon Dorr — our Motors Editor and editor-in-chief at our sister site, AutoWise.com — takes the Ford F-150 for a little urban mountain bike adventure.…

Written by Bryon Dorr December 02, 2021

Beer Review: Fall Into Winter With Our Editors’ Favorite Seasonal Brews

Looking for a new brew to try this fall? Check out our editors’ favorite brews and whatnot for camping, leaf-peeping, post-ski, or post-hike fall fun.

Written by Adam Ruggiero, Mary Murphy, Billy Brown December 02, 2021