Top Gear Picks From Alaskan Heli-Ski Guides
The mountains are calling and, damn, that deep powder in the Alaskan mountain ranges sure does call the loudest.
Arc’teryx Norvan LD 2 Review: No-Bullshit Trail Shoe for Varied Terrain
Like many runners, I’m a loyalist. I found my favorite shoe, the Speedgoat, years ago. And despite many opportunities to test other brands, I’ve stubbornly stayed put — at least, until this year, when I tried the Arc’teryx Norvan LD 2.
How to Buy Local (and Score a Deal) During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Keep mom-and-pop gear shops in business and get great deals when you buy from specialty retailers that have shuttered their shops but are still shipping.
Free Shoes: KEEN Is Giving Away 100,000 Pairs to Those in Need
Send positive vibes and some rugged kicks to an individual or family ‘on the front lines’ or ‘at home fighting through the crisis.’
HOKA Cavu 3 Review: Responsive Trainer for the Running Masses
A new road-running shoe for spring 2020, HOKA ONE ONE’s Cavu 3 updates a popular road runner with a more responsive midsole.
We Just Tried TNF’s Most ‘Advanced Mountaineering Kit’ Yet
The North Face introduced the Advanced Mountaineering Kit at the Outdoor Retailer show last month, and it blew our minds. We got a first look at this pinnacle equipment package on a ski tour near Aspen, Colorado.
BFGoodrich Introduces Techy, Grippy Fishing Shoe for Men
If any industry knows what it’s like for the rubber to meet the road — or any other surface — it’s the tire industry. BFGoodrich expands that knowledge into a technical fishing shoe.
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New Gear Showcase: HOKA ONE ONE Speedgoat 4
HOKA calls its fourth-edition Speedgoat ‘badass on every trail.’
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Off-Trail Running Shoes Add Twin Metal Spikes for Grip
Targeting orienteers and runners who need lots of traction for running through natural environments, inov-8 launches metal Twin-Spike technology in its OROC 270 and OROC ULTRA 290 shoe lineup.
HOKA’s TenNine Running Shoe Is So Specialized, It’s Not Safe for Driving or Stairs
HOKA ONE ONE released the wildest running shoe we’ve ever seen.
Out There: Famous Ultrarunner Attempts the Barkley Marathons
We all know by now that the Barkley Marathons is brutal — for amateur runners and athletes alike. But how does a world-famous ultrarunner stack up to the challenge?
The Best Marathon Running Shoes: Innovative Speed for 2020
If you’re planning to run a half-marathon or marathon in 2020 — or any road-running race, for that matter — you’d be wise to invest in some new shoes.
Rock Climbing Shoes for the 2020 Olympic Games
Shoe brands flex technology and design muscle to give Olympic rock climbers an edge.
Gear Showcase: LaCrosse Navigator Series Hunting Boots
LaCrosse designed the Navigator Series boots to help hunters go farther and harder.
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Merrell’s New Artist-Designed Trail Shoes Have a Mission: More Women Running
The shoe brand and running nonprofit, Trail Sisters, will hit the road to promote women’s participation in trail running.
Beachside FKT: Running a Hawaiian Coast
Watch as ultrarunner Amanda Basham sets an FKT on the 22-mile Kalalau Trail in Kauai, Hawaii.
Next Big Shoe? All-Foam OOFOS Footwear Reboots for 2020
Nine years ago, OOFOS launched with a new kind of all-foam sandal made for the outdoors and beyond. The brand is doubling down to try and become an ‘it’ shoe of the year.
The Best Workout Shoes for the Gym in 2020
Our expert advice and buyer’s guide will help you find the best shoes for hitting the gym. Whether you’re looking for a shoe for a specific sport or an all-arounder, we’ve got you covered.
Pay It Forward: Salewa Starts Giveaway for Thru-Hikers
Mountain sport brand Salewa wants to give you — and a bunch of other thru-hikers — free shoes for a year as part of its newest campaign.
Monster Precision: Five Ten Dragon Climbing Shoe Review
A precise and oh so sticky tool for the difficult and steep, meet the vastly improved Dragon climbing shoe from Five Ten.
Huge Sale: Save Up to 50% on Winter Gear
Save big on winter gear during the February Full Send Sale. With savings of up to 50% off, now is the perfect time to stock up on apparel, footwear, and winter gear.
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Atomic Hawx Prime XTD Thermo-Molded Ski Boot: First Look
With a fully moldable shell and liner, Atomic says this is the one boot to rule all mountains.
All-Star Debut: Black Diamond Technician Approach Shoe Review
Best known for its hardgoods, Black Diamond knocks it out of the park with its first swing at everyday, performance footwear.
Too Fast? This Record-Breaking Shoe May Get Banned
News sources are reporting that the controversial Nike Vaporfly is indeed an unfair advantage to runners.
Food Waste Footprints? Crescent Moon Adds Biodegradable Snowshoes
What if your winter sports equipment was not only recyclable but also biodegradable? With Crescent Moon’s new eco-snowshoes, your footprint could literally disappear.
Kenyan Runner Smashes 10K World Record
The new 10K world record by 20-year-old Rhonex Kipruto sets an unbelievably high bar.
Save 50%: Best Deals at REI Winter Clearance Sale
REI’s Winter Clearance offers some of the best deals of the year. Save up to 50% on winter boots, tents, jackets, and more.
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Free Gear Fridays: HOKA Speedgoat 4 and Speedgoat 4 GTX Giveaway
This week, three lucky winners will receive their choice of a pair of Speedgoat 4 or Speedgoat 4 GTX running shoes from HOKA ONE ONE!
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Grippy, Tenacious Running Shoe: Arc’teryx Norvan VT 2 Review
Arc’teryx gathered beta from its first-ever trail-running shoe and launched the improved Norvan VT 2 for dirt-to-rock ascents. My conclusion after testing a pair? Evolution approved.
2020 Running Gear We Can’t Wait to Try
The running world looks bright in 2020. These are some of the coolest running shoes and gear coming down the trail in the new year.
Smart Soles: NURVV Creates Biometric Inserts for Running
A wearable technology company called NURVV just announced its launch of NURVV Run — smart insoles that connect to an app to help you run better.
