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Solo Stove Pi Fire Review: Cook Your Pizza on a Bonfire

Pizza night is a favorite at our house, as is campfire night (read: s’mores). The new Pi Fire from Solo Stove just merged the two.

Written by Cameron Martindell May 19, 2023

Kingpin Suspension, SmartSense Radar: The Topstone Carbon 1 RLE Has the Goods, Rides it All

The Cannondale Topstone Carbon 1 RLE with Kingpin rear suspension was a Swiss Army Knife of backroads and gravel adventures.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 18, 2023

Everything About This Blade Is Weird, and That’s Why It Works: WE Knife ‘Vision R’ Review

In the knife world, you can try and do things better, or you can try and do them differently. But WE Knife manages both with…

Written by Nick LeFort May 18, 2023

The Multitool of Dry Bags: Fishpond’s Submersible Backpack

If you’re spending time in the water with gear you need to keep dry, the Fishpond Submersible Backpack may become your new best friend.

Written by Sean Jansen May 18, 2023

Do These ‘Rogue’ Sandals Rival Chacos? Forsake Sandals Review

When heavy hiking boots aren’t required, hiking sandals can be an excellent choice of footwear. Here’s why the Forsake Rogue Sandals are now my top…

Written by Mary Murphy May 17, 2023

2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Review: Will Miata Ever Not Be the Answer?

An old adage claims that Miata stands for “Miata is always the answer.” Does that adage hold true in 2023 for the MX-5 Miata RF?

Written by Scott Murdock May 17, 2023

Big, Dumb Fun: Cold Steel Lynn Thompson Leatherneck Bowie Review

With an edge as sharp as its use case, this knife is at once bombastic, fantastic, and questionable.

Written by Josh Wussow May 16, 2023

Smaller Than the Best, Lighter Than the Rest: Primus Kinjia Camp Stove Review

The Primus Kinjia Stove burns hot and simmers low for complex camp cooking in a compact, lightweight package that outshines its competition.

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 16, 2023

The Friendly, Unassuming Beaver Tail Blade: RoseCraft Castorea Pocket Knife Review

This flipper-tab take on a traditional pocket knife pattern is at once prickly and sweet.

Written by Josh Wussow May 16, 2023

2023 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Review: Paddle Shift Gear Selection, Turbo Whistles Optional

The Yamaha YXZ1000R SS UTV amps things up with paddle shifters and a Turbo Kit accessory option.

Written by Heather Lea May 16, 2023

Easy to Overlook, Easier to Love: CIVIVI Qubit Knife Review

Lightweight, durable, and dependable, the CIVIVI Qubit might not impress at a glance. But when you dig in, this knife does a lot right.

Written by Nick LeFort May 15, 2023

Seas to Skis: Norrøna’s Got Gear and Adventure Travel to Go With It

The 96-year-old adventure clothing brand gets into the adventure travel business to expand its earth-first mission.

Written by Cameron Martindell May 15, 2023

Great Gravel Wheels That Happen to Be Aero: HUNT 42 Limitless Review

The HUNT 42 Limitless Gravel wheelset was fast, but they were also solid in every other aspect. The aerodynamics were just icing on the cake.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 15, 2023

Hands-On With Osprey’s Bikepacking Gear: Escapist Collection First Look Review

Osprey goes bikepacking with its Escapist collection. We got a sneak peek of the spring 2024 line — here are our impressions.

Written by Nate Mitka May 12, 2023

Swamp King: G-SHOCK ‘Frogman’ Dive Watch Review

Casio’s amphibious FROGMAN all-star is back, now with solar charging, tide monitoring, and moon phase.

Written by Josh Wussow May 11, 2023

The First Auto Knife I’ve Ever Loved: Buck ‘Deploy’ Review

I tend to find auto-opening knives gimmicky and even scary. The Buck Deploy changed all that.

Written by Sean McCoy May 11, 2023

The Work Sharp Professional ‘Precision Adjust’ Knife Sharpener: Perfect Edge, Wicked Easy

Knife sharpeners tend to be a royal pain in the ass. The Work Sharp Professional Precision Adjust Knife Sharpener does its best to squash that…

Written by Nick LeFort May 10, 2023

Climb Rock & Ice, Hike in Comfort: La Sportiva Aequilibrium Top GTX Review

The top of the new Aequilibrium Top GTX boot line gets the BOA treatment and an integrated gaiter for snowy hiking, scrambling, and glacier climbs.…

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 10, 2023

‘Bubble Slides’ Review: The Ghastly Sandals You’ll Hate to Love

Ethylene-vinyl acetate slides — derived primarily from oil and gas — could be the most cost-effective, comfortable shoe out there.

Written by Chris Van Leuven May 10, 2023

A Quilt That’s an Even Better Sleeping Bag: Sierra Designs Elemental Quilt Review

It’s a bag! It’s a quilt! It’s both. Along with top outdoor brands, Sierra Designs offers a roomier, more versatile twist on the sleeping bag.

Written by Mary Murphy May 09, 2023

Sunny Suunto: ‘Vertical’ Sports Watch Gets Solar Charging, Offline Maps

The Suunto Vertical is a new pinnacle watch from the Finnish brand. I tested its new mapping, solar charging, and more in this first-look review.

Written by Sean McCoy May 09, 2023

Revenge of the ’90s: Huckberry x Timex Ironman Flix Watch Review

Don’t indulge too much in the ’90s nostalgia. The Huckberry x Timex Ironman Flix has a high bar, and respectable price, to live up to.

Written by Josh Wussow May 08, 2023

‘Translucent’ Mountain Pack for All-Season Action: The North Face Phantom 38 Review

The updated North Face Phantom 38 Backpack attaches every tool you’ll need for mountaineering, ski touring, and backpacking if you don’t mind it getting dirty.

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 08, 2023

2023 GMC Canyon AT4X Review: Off-Road Confidence and Luxury

The 2023 GMC AT4X Canyon is not only off-road capable, but also super comfortable for daily life.

Written by Robin Warner May 08, 2023

2024 Subaru Crosstrek Sport Review: More Power and Refinement, Yet Just as Rugged

We drove a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Sport up a ski resort. Its 2.5L engine and added features impressed, especially at the price point.

Written by Robin Warner May 08, 2023

REI Co-op Wonderland Chair Review: A Comfortable and Attractive Take on a Classic

A sleek, modern design makes this camping chair a versatile pick for sitting around the campfire or having beers on the patio.

Written by Miya Tsudome May 04, 2023

Inflatable Hardboard, Say What? How the ISLE Pioneer Pro Stands Up to a Stability Test

Hardboards vs. inflatable paddleboards: is it really possible to get the best of both worlds, in one SUP? ISLE’s newest Pioneer Pro model hopes to…

Written by Mary Murphy May 02, 2023

Harpoon-Tipped Titan: Artisan Cutlery Xcellerator Pocket Knife Review

Form, function, and one heck of a footprint — Artisan Cutlery’s Xcellerator might be the best new big knife on a budget.

Written by Josh Wussow May 01, 2023

The Best Overland Water Storage Containers for Long-Distance Travel

We got our hands on three of the best and most common overland water storage containers to find out what they’re all about.

Written by Mercedes Lilienthal April 28, 2023

Gerber ‘Pack Hatchet’ Review: Tackle Tough Tasks for Under $50

With the Pack Hatchet, Gerber makes reliability both accessible and affordable.

Written by Nick LeFort April 28, 2023

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