Reviews

Patagonia ‘High Endurance’ Trail-Running Kit Review: First Look

Designed for big elevation and temperature changes, this kit is perfect for big missions in the alpine — but maybe not for everyone.

Written by Andy Cochrane August 03, 2019

Yeti SB140 Review:  The SB5 Grows Up and Is Ready to Rip

The Yeti SB140 fills a niche as a well-rounded 27.5-inch bike that can do it all with a penchant for downhill. The SB140 impressed our…

Written by Berne Broudy August 01, 2019

Beal Birdie Review: A New Device for Assisted-Braking Belay

With the Birdie, Beal delivers a compact and aggressively priced assisted-braking belay device.

Written by Seiji Ishii July 24, 2019

Altra Vanish XC Review: Fast Off-Road Racer

A new spikeless cross-country shoe from Altra hits the trifecta of performance, comfort, and speed. The company punts on subtle (but effective) design tweaks to…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 24, 2019

La Sportiva Testarossa 2.0 Review: An Aggressive Shoe for Steep Climbing

The La Sportiva Testarossa was one of the first aggressive rock shoes. With the 2.0 version, it gets a complete makeover.

Written by Seiji Ishii July 23, 2019

Swell Watercraft Scupper 14: Sit-On-Top Kayak Evolved

The man who brought the sit-on-top kayak to market has started a new brand: Swell Watercraft. The result is the among the best-designed sit-on-top kayaks…

Written by Marty Grabijas July 19, 2019

A $7,000 Mountain Bike for an 8-Year-Old?! Meet MeekBoyz

Built for young riders with big talent, these carbon-fiber downhill kids’ mountain bikes are downright drool-worthy.

Written by Andy Magness July 18, 2019

Used & Abused Shoes: Raidlight Responsiv Dynamic Crushes Gnarliest Trails

From 24-hour mountain relays up mud-caked slopes to dusty weekend trail runs, the Raidlight Responsiv Dynamic shoes take it all in stride.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 27, 2019

Spyderco Endela Review: A ‘Just Right’ Compromise Between 2 Great Models

The Spyderco Endela marries two of the brand’s most popular models for a true display of function over form.

Written by Josh Taves June 18, 2019

Osprey Exos 58 Review: Popular Lightweight Backpack Gets Better

The Osprey Exos 58 is a capable, multiday, framed backpack nearly as light as many frameless models. We put it to the test for this…

Written by Seiji Ishii June 13, 2019

Yvon Chouinard’s ‘Some Stories’ Book Review: A Call to Action

Yvon Chouinard’s latest book, ‘Some Stories,’ tells the tale of a lifelong generalist both in work and play. And it ends with a strong call…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri June 12, 2019

Tecnica ‘Origin’ Review: The 1st Moldable Trail-Running Shoe Tested

Ski boot company Tecnica expands into mountain running with a thermo-moldable trail-running shoe. We got a first look review of the Origin.

Written by Morgan Tilton June 12, 2019

Peak Design Travel Tripod Lives Up to the Hype: Review

The Travel Tripod from Peak Design is blowing up Kickstarter. Amassing more than $6 million is no easy feat, but we think it deserves the…

Written by Andy Cochrane June 07, 2019

The Future of Tailgates: GMC MultiPro Review

Step in easier, secure longer items, or use it as a standing desk — the next generation of tailgates has arrived.

Written by Cameron Martindell June 05, 2019

Magnetic Pocket Knife: Leatherman Expands ‘FREE’ Line

Leatherman hopes to repeat the success its new ‘FREE’ technology brought to the iconic pliers-based multi-tool — now in pocket knives.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 05, 2019

Review: RovR 45 Cooler With ‘All-Terrain’ Wheels

Cooler brand RovR Products has released its smallest offering to date, the RollR 45. We took the all-terrain RollR on pavement, gravel, grass, sand, and…

Written by Alex Kirk June 04, 2019

QAD Integrate MX Rest for Mathews Archery: Review

Designed for pinpoint accuracy and easy tuning, the Integrate MX gives performance worth the price for Matthews Archery bows.

Written by Jace Bauserman June 04, 2019

100 Miles, No Chafe: Salomon Makes My Favorite Trail Running Vest

The Salomon Advanced Skin 12 Set is a remarkably comfortable vest that carries plenty of gear for long ultramarathons. I carried it through the Leadville…

Written by Sean McCoy June 04, 2019

NEMO Switchback Ultralight Sleeping Pad Review: New Take on Classic Design

NEMO challenges the gold standard in ultralight sleeping pads with the Switchback Ultralight Sleeping Pad. Is the Switchback better than the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol?

Written by Chelsey Magness June 03, 2019

Anti-Wobble Bike Rack? RockyMounts SplitRail LS Review

The RockyMounts SplitRail LS is a svelte, no-frills platform hitch rack for your bikes. In our review, the bikes didn’t budge an inch on windy…

Written by Nate Mitka May 28, 2019

ENO SkyLoft Hammock Review: No More Taco With Lay-Flat Design

Eagles Nest Outfitters helped usher in the light and packable parachute hammock craze nearly 20 years ago. The latest offering has collapsible spreader bars to…

Written by Adam Bible May 28, 2019

Deuter Speed Lite Daypack Review: Forget About the Weight

Well-positioned padding, honeycomb foam, and a pliable Delrin frame make it feel like there’s next to nothing in the Deuter Speed Lite daypack. We tested the…

Written by Seiji Ishii May 23, 2019

Greenland-Style Paddles: Gearlab Kalleq Review

Greenland-style paddles use a narrow blade to propel canoes efficiently. Our writer put the Akiak by Gearlab to the test for this review.

Written by Mark Neuzil May 23, 2019

Canine Adventure Gear: 5 Essentials for Hiking With a Dog

Hiking with a dog is the best. Get these gear essentials from Ruffwear, Buckley, and Ridgeline to prepare your pet to hit the trail.

Written by Mallory Paige May 22, 2019

Korkers DarkHorse Is a Do-All Wading Boot: Review

Go farther and catch bigger fish. The Korkers DarkHorse wading boot gives anglers a light, durable, versatile boot for wading deep in the backcountry.

Written by Josh Taves May 22, 2019

Cannondale Treadwell Review: The Always-Connected Cruiser Bike

For under $1,000, reconnect with the joy of riding while also tracking your stats with the Cannondale Treadwell bicycle.

Written by Berne Broudy May 21, 2019

The Lowest-Profile Folding Rooftop Tent: Tepui ‘Low-Pro’ Review

The Low-Pro is only about 7 inches tall on the roof of your car. That’s crazy thin for a folding rooftop tent. We tested the…

Written by Nate Mitka May 16, 2019

Specialized Epic EVO Review: XC Racer Gets Technical

Specialized takes cross-country mountain bike racing to a send-ier level with it’s newest high-end racer, the Epic EVO. We ripped it over some serious Colorado…

Written by Marty Grabijas May 14, 2019