The Lost Gear We Miss the Most
Sometimes you don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone.
The Best Handheld GPS of 2021
There’s no need to rely on your smartphone or smartwatch for navigation. We rounded up the best handheld GPS devices for finding your way.
The Best Triathlon Watches of 2021
Triathlon watches are effective training companions for multisport athletes of all kinds. Here are the best on the market in 2021.
The Best Bike Phone Mounts of 2021
Whether you’re out for a quick romp on the singletrack or you’re in the midst of an all-day road ride, a bike phone mount is a game-changer for anyone who wants easy access to their device while biking.
Polar Vantage V2 Smartwatch Review: Training Tests Give Greater Fitness Insight
I spent 30 days and nights with the Polar Vantage V2 smartwatch, a featherweight fitness tracker that excels at heart-rate training and recovery data. But the coolest experience happened post-testing.
The Best Fitness Watches of 2021
A good fitness watch assures your workout is tracked and logged in addition to providing data to get you in better shape. We tested the leading fitness trackers and GPS watches to find the best.
The Best Binoculars of 2021
Whether birdwatching, route-finding, or hunting, you need the best binoculars to optimize your time spent outdoors.
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The Best Emergency Radios of 2021
From solar-powered to elbow grease, we’ve found the best emergency radios of 2021.
The Best Compasses of 2021
Whether hiking, traveling, or backpacking, having the best compass available will keep you on track. This review and buyer’s guide will ensure you can always find true north.
The 8 Best Bike Computers of 2021
Riders today can fine-tune their performance in almost every way imaginable with the incredible features and convenience offered by the best bike computers on the market.
The Best Mountain Bike Lights of 2021
Whether night riding is a novel thing or is already in your arsenal, we have a list of the best mountain bike lights money can buy!
Polar Watch’s Built-In ‘Performance Tests’ Give Leg Up on the Competition
Three new benchmark tests offer data to inform your progress toward fitness goals and athletic recovery. It’s like having a trainer on your wrist.
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Super Titanium: Citizen’s Latest Watches Are Built to Last
The Super Titanium collection recasts many of Citizen’s signature styles. Now, they’re lighter and more accessible for everyday wear in the outdoors.
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The Best Percussion Massagers of 2021
Ease sore muscles and enjoy a massage anywhere you go. These are the best percussion massagers of 2021 for every use and budget.
SPOT Gen4 Review: Better Maps, More Messages, and Auto-Send
With the Gen4, SPOT introduces its first update to its satellite GPS messenger line in 7 years. We took it out in the wild to see what changed and what improved.
Indestructible Notepad? Plei Design Creates Waterproof, Fireproof Notebook
Think a notepad can’t be high-tech? Think again. This one is waterproof, sweat-proof, and so much more.
Sleek but Mighty: See What’s New in the Polar Vantage V2 Sports Watch
The Vantage V2 is a feature-rich sports watch that measures all-day activity and downtime for a broader picture of your physical condition. It even has activity-specific fitness tests for athletes to set their own benchmarks.
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Today’s Bargains: 4 Essentials for the Backcountry
Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains from REI, Garmin, and more to save on gear for your next adventure.
How to Use a Generator
Whether you’re supplying power to the family RV, providing your phone with some much-needed juice, or contacting first responders in the midst of a backcountry emergency, a generator is a useful piece of outdoor equipment. Here’s how to use one.
BioLite HeadLamp 750 First Look: ‘Run Forever’ Lumens With a Few Quirks
BioLite released its first HeadLamp in 2018, breaking into the market with one of the sleekest designs we’ve ever seen. This week, the brand unveiled its most high-performance model to date: the HeadLamp 750.
Best Apple Watch Yet? Everything You Need to Know About the Series 6
What could get better than an always-on display, upgraded cardio monitoring, and new band styles? Read on to learn why the Series 6 is Apple’s best watch yet.
How to Choose Binoculars for Birding, Stargazing, and More
Whether you’re birding, wildlife watching, or hunting, binoculars can be extremely helpful for seeing things up close. But because of all the features, buying your first pair of binoculars can be confusing.
Petzl IKO CORE: A Whole New Take on Headlamp Design
Hands-free lighting gets a new look with Petzl’s reimagined, multipurpose headlamp.
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How to Use Walkie-Talkies
Whether on the chairlift at your local ski hill in the snow, in your four-wheel rig crawling over rocks in the woods, or paddling your kayak on still water, walkie-talkies are a handy piece of gear — if you know how to use them.
Garmin Goes Dark: Wearables, Servers Struck by Mysterious Outage
A server outage took down Garmin and Garmin Connect wearables. The outage has left Garmin’s fitness devices disconnected for over a day.
‘Monster’ Solar Power Station Rakes in $2 Million on Indiegogo
Launched on a crowdfunding platform, the Bluetti AC200 portable solar power station raised an impressive $2 million over the weekend.
The 10 Best Camping Lanterns of 2020
Whether heading into the backcountry or lighting up the night car camping, we’ve found the best camping lanterns for every use and budget.
Free Gear Friday: ZOLEO Satellite Communicator Giveaway
This week, one lucky winner will receive a ZOLEO global satellite communicator plus 3 months of unlimited service!
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G-SHOCK to the Heart: A Fitness Watch Gets Rugged
For the first time, G-SHOCK includes a heart-rate monitor and GPS. Meet the connected G-SHOCK MOVE, the GBDH1000.
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ZOLEO Makes an Everyday Satellite Communicator, Emojis and All
With many satellite communicators on the market, ZOLEO is a new player that offers unique versatility.
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Why the Apple Watch May Be Your Next Fitness Tracker
The Apple Watch Series 5 is much more than an everyday companion to your iPhone. The new offering from Apple adds updates that bring joy to fitness junkies looking for an upgrade.
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