Reviews

Trad Shoe Evolution: SCARPA Maestro Mid First Look

Twist into cracks, smear with precision: The Maestro Mid Eco makes bold claims as a supportive and soft climbing shoe for long routes. We reviewed…

Written by Nate Mitka June 29, 2018

Gunner Kennels: The $500 Dog Crate Worth Every Penny

A $500 dog kennel might sound expensive until you consider the cost of a trip to the veterinarian.

Written by Marty Grabijas June 29, 2018

‘Goldilocks’ Trail Shoe: HOKA ONE ONE Torrent First Look

Chug uphill, glide down, and cut through rocky switchbacks – the HOKA ONE ONE Torrent touts the best of everything a trail runner wants: agility,…

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 29, 2018

Why Enlightened Equipment Quilts Are All the Rage

Go to a thru-hike campsite, and chances are you’ll see an Enlightened Equipment quilt. This is why long distance hikers love the lightweight sleeping quilt.

Written by Caitlin Quinn June 28, 2018

Sitka Sights Past Hunting: Nimbus Jacket Review

Sitka branched outside of its hunting market with the Train, Travel, and Work line. We reviewed the Nimbus Jacket, a lightweight and windproof option for…

Written by Jessica DeLorenzo June 22, 2018

First Bolt Problems: ‘Beta Stick Evo’ Is Your Answer

Clip bolts with ease in the rigid Trango Beta Stick Evo Compact. Read our review of the stick clip and find out how it compares…

Written by Seiji Ishii June 21, 2018

Hike Gnarly Trails: Columbia Conspiracy III Shoe Review

For several days, dozens of miles, and hundreds of rocky, Incan steps, we abused Columbia’s waterproof light hiker — the Conspiracy III Titanium OutDry.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 15, 2018

‘Vintage Electric’ Makes Bike Commuting a Breeze

The electric bicycle is increasingly gaining traction in the U.S. And after riding a Vintage Electric e-bike for the last month, I know why.

Written by Sean McCoy June 15, 2018

Fast & Clean: Katadyn BeFree 3L Gravity Filter First Look

Katadyn’s newest gravity filter is easy to set up, filters water quickly, and collapses so you hardly notice it in your pack. We tested it…

Written by Nate Mitka June 12, 2018

Inside-Out Climbing Pack: Mammut Neon Smart Review

Organize gear exactly how you want: The Mammut Neon Smart’s clever design literally opens up more options than traditional backpacks. We tested the sport climbing…

Written by Nate Mitka June 12, 2018

Traeger Grill Pro Series Review

Last fall, Traeger Grills offered me a test model Pro Series 34 to review. I hunt, fish, and cook. So I gave an enthusiastic ‘yes’…

Written by Sean McCoy June 07, 2018

Stealth Fisherman: Flycraft Inflatable Driftboat Review

The trailerless, portable, inflatable Flycraft Stealth Fisherman weighs just 100 pounds fully-rigged for two anglers. We floated several rivers for this review.

Written by Morgan Mason May 31, 2018

First Look: Wild Country Revo Revamps Assisted Belay

Fall fast, and the Wild Country Revo kicks in, catching you. Read on for our take on the nuanced assisted-locking belay device, which differs considerably from…

Written by Seiji Ishii May 29, 2018

Review: Spear-Tipped ESEE Camp-Lore PR4 Is Pure Purpose

The ESEE Camp-Lore PR4 is a highly functional fixed-blade knife that simply gets the job done. We chopped, sliced, and scraped it in the field…

Written by Josh Wussow May 25, 2018

Nikon Spur Optic Review: Field and Hunt Tested

Nikon strengthens its line of sport optics for outdoor enthusiasts with the introduction of the Spur Reflex Sight. We took it turkey hunting for this review.

Written by David Padilla May 24, 2018

The Garmin Descent Mk1 Is Perfect for Spearfishing: Here’s Why

The Garmin Descent Mk1 is a fully capable GPS-enhanced dive computer with the added functionality of Fenix 5’s everyday lifestyle activity tracking.

Written by Morgan Mason May 16, 2018

Awesome Hiking Boot: The Salomon X Ultra 3 Mid GTX

The Salomon X Ultra 3 Mid GTX is a very comfortable, fairly light, waterproof boot that fit my foot well right out of the box. Three…

Written by Sean McCoy May 11, 2018

First Look: SPOT X 2-Way Satellite Messenger

The SPOT X can send and receive messages through satellites from nearly anywhere in the world. We got a beta version in our hands for…

Written by Sean McCoy May 10, 2018

Foot-Mapped Custom Insoles: Superfeet ME3D Review

Superfeet worked with HP to create fully custom, supportive, and flexible insoles. After getting my feet scanned and gait measured, I tested the ME3D insoles…

Written by Seiji Ishii May 08, 2018

Snow Flotation: Black Diamond GlideLite 127 First Look

No edges, non-traditional bindings, no ski boots: The Black Diamond GlideLite is a different way to get around in snowy conditions. We tested them during…

Written by Nate Mitka May 08, 2018

‘Eco-Friendly’ Marmot Eclipse Rain Jacket Put to Test

Marmot does away with the shortcomings of potentially toxic DWR treatments with the introduction of the Eclipse Rain Jacket. Instead, it introduces EvoDry technology to…

Written by Nate Mitka May 04, 2018

Big Knives on a Budget: 3 ‘Choppers’ Tested

We put three big, burly knives to a head-to-head test to find out which was the best chopping value. Kershaw, Steel Will, and Schrade head…

Written by Josh Wussow April 30, 2018

Adventure Racer Reviews 5 Favorite Day Packs

From epic days on the mountain to hopping an international flight, the right day pack will keep you organized, geared up, and happy.

Written by Chelsey Magness April 26, 2018

Warmest Jacket Yet: Patagonia Grade VII Down Parka Review

Patagonia’s Grade VII Down Parka is a belay jacket designed for the most hardcore alpine conditions. I took the parka on an ice climbing trip…

Written by Seiji Ishii April 20, 2018

MSR Hubba Tour 2 Tent Review: Weather Storms in Style

Forced to spend outside time inside your tent? MSR builds its new adventure touring tent for those bad weather days with a spacious vestibule to…

Written by Amanda Ellis April 19, 2018

Swing Light: Salamandra Kevlar-Carbon Ice Axe Review

Despite an impressively light weight, Elite Climb’s carbon and kevlar Salamandra ice axes proved durable and strong in our rigorous testing.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 18, 2018

No Frills Pack: Thule AllTrail 35 First Look

Minimal features and an unassuming profile – Thule shoots for a single-quiver pack with the All Trail 35. I tested it hiking and scrambling.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 17, 2018

Best Folding Knives Under $50

Not too pricy, not too cheap, the $50 mark has largely been abandoned in the folding knife market. But we’ve got three you should look…

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene April 13, 2018

Light, Durable 9.4 Is Black Diamond’s Thinnest Single Rope Yet

Black Diamond’s smallest diameter single climbing rope, the 9.4, proved effective and tactile on hard sport climbing and towering multi-pitch climbs.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 13, 2018

Spyderco H1 Fish Hunter Knife Review: A Saltwater Solution

The Spyderco H1 Fish Hunter knife is built specifically for adventurous free diving and spearfishing in saltwater. We took it to southern Baja on a spearfishing…

Written by Morgan Mason April 12, 2018

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