Technology

Wahoo Updated ELEMNT ROAM Bike Computer Offers Benchmark Accuracy at Lower Price

With its latest update of the ELEMNT ROAM, Wahoo claims to have the least expensive dual-band GPS computer on the market.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 04, 2022

Raven Airfield Watch Review: A Soaring Success in Style, Utility

The Raven Airfield soars with value, legibility, and personal touches.

Written by Josh Wussow October 04, 2022

So You Think Your Hunting Shots Are Cool? Enter Sitka’s Diverge Photo Challenge

It’s the season for hunters to unleash their inner artists, chase down the perfect shot, and win major prizes.

Written by Rebecca Ross October 03, 2022

Timex Pan-Am Chronograph Review: The Best Timex Money Can Buy

If we can’t return to the past, maybe we can reach out and pluck a bit back. That’s what Timex set out to do with…

Written by Josh Wussow October 03, 2022

World’s First Hyper Scooter: ‘Dragonfly’ Boasts 4 Wheels, Full Suspension

When a multinational team of engineers rethinks urban mobility and e-scooter technology, you get the world’s first hyper scooter.

Written by Will Brendza September 28, 2022

Big, Beautiful Wrist Rock: Spinnaker Hass Dive Watch Review

Spinnaker’s burly dive watch may not be perfect, but it’s surprisingly as much beauty as beast.

Written by Josh Wussow September 27, 2022

Garmin Launches inReach Messenger & App for ‘Most Efficient Messaging’ Yet

From full Wi-Fi to zero bars, the Garmin Messenger satellite communicator and companion app target ‘seamless’ messaging with or without your phone.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 27, 2022

Get Next-Level Bike Protection With Knog’s Scout Alarm & Finder

It’s hard to stop well-equipped bike thieves. But with the Knog Scout Bike Alarm, your bike has a fighting chance.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 23, 2022

AquaTech AxisGO: The Ultimate Waterproof Housing for Smartphones

I have a nice camera with a decent zoom, but my surf breaks are too far from shore to capture, and a waterproof camera is…

Written by Rebecca Parsons September 23, 2022

You Can Cook Right Inside the Latest GRAYL Water Filter

GRAYL’s Titanium UltraPress makes a strong case for backpackers with lighter weight and multiple uses to save space in the pack.

Written by Will Brendza September 23, 2022

GORE-TEX Reveals New ePE Membrane: Patagonia, Arc’teryx, and More Buy In

GORE-TEX Expanded Polyethylene debuts for fall 2022, promising long-lasting durability, a lower carbon footprint, and lighter weight.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 21, 2022

Anker’s Highest Capacity Power Station Is a Long-Lasting Beast: 757 PowerHouse Review

The 1,229Wh power bank, and a matching solar panel, were all I needed to work remotely on a months-long Pacific Northwest road trip.

Written by Ryan Wichelns September 20, 2022

Enhance Your Phone’s Wildlife Photography: Ollin Digiscoping System Review

The Ollin Digiscoping System is hands down the most efficient digiscoping setup ever made to this day.

Written by Josh Kirchner September 16, 2022

Backcountry Access Giveaway: Take a Safety Quiz, Win Avy Gear

Test your avalanche safety knowledge with Backcountry Access (BCA) now to get a shot at a Tracker3 Rescue Package.

Written by Sam Anderson September 16, 2022

Will Wireless Connectivity Ruin Cycling, or Make It Better? SRAM Asks

Watch the company that started with one now-commonplace product 35 years ago lean into the tip of the spear in search of what’s next.

Written by Sam Anderson September 15, 2022

G-Shock and Awe: Analog Sports Watch Receives Luxury Update

‘Full Metal’ G-Shock will make you look like an exec on the trail, but still do what you need it to do while you’re there.

Written by Sam Anderson September 15, 2022

‘Mini’ Headlines GoPro HERO11 Launch; Meet the 3 Latest Action Cameras

GoPro introduced the brand new HERO11 Black and then sought to make a smaller version of it that’s just as good.

Written by Sam Anderson September 14, 2022

Jackery Solar Generator 1000 Pro Supplies Outdoor Fun, Home Backup Power

This Jackery generator charges as fast from four solar panels as it does when plugged into an outlet. It can power your cabin or campsite’s lights,…

Keep Your Head Up, Runners! App Pairs Apple Watch With ‘Smart’ Glasses

French tech company MicroOLED launches Augmented Reality platform that brings Apple Watch data to smart eyewear.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 14, 2022

UK Authorizes Traffic Control Device for ‘Bike Bus’; It May Never Reach the US

Under approval from Scottish officials, one device allows Bike Bus chaperones to control traffic lights while a large group of children bikes to school.

Written by Sam Anderson September 12, 2022

BaseCharge 1500 Power Station Review: BioLite Charges Into Off-Grid Energy

If you expect to spend more than a few days off-grid, a power station becomes a valuable piece of gear. Here, we review BioLite’s BaseCharge.

Written by Mary Murphy September 09, 2022

Beyond the Knife: Celebrate 125 Years of the Swiss Army Attitude With Victorinox

Victorinox celebrates its 125th anniversary with more limited-edition knives, watches, luggage, and more.

iPhone 14, Apple Watch Get Robust Outdoor Treatment: Off-Grid Comms, ‘Action’ Mode & More

The devices arrived today along with big news for the outdoors: a satellite connectivity capability Apple calls “Emergency SOS.”

Written by Sam Anderson September 07, 2022

Wrist Riches: Our Favorite Watches for High-Rolling Adventure

You don’t need to spend a lot of money to tell time. But luxury watches can be a worthwhile splurge if you shop wisely —…

Written by Josh Wussow September 07, 2022

Twist Wrist, Adjust Brightness With ‘Darkfade’ Motion-Sensing Flashlight

Turns out, people really wanted a flashlight with motion-sensing brightness adjustment — like, really wanted one.

Written by Sam Anderson September 02, 2022

MagView Pairs Phone Cameras to Scopes & Binoculars for Neck-Friendly Viewing, Photography

MagView adapters hold smartphone cameras to the eyepiece of a spotting scope or binoculars. Once aligned, you can lean back and use the screen to…

No Dead Zones: Elon Musk, T-Mobile Partner to Bring Cell Service to Wilderness ‘and Beyond’

The SpaceX founder announced a new partnership with T-Mobile this week that will leverage the power of his Starlink satellites.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 31, 2022

Portable Superpower: Combine BLUETTI AC500 & B300S Battery for Whole-Home Backup Energy

The BLUETTI AC500 Portable Power Station and B300S Battery Pack combine to offer a home backup that can handle 10,000W surges and power home essentials…