Merrell Moab 3 Mid Review: A Waterproof Hiking Boot Worthy of Its Name
Our gear reviewer puts 25 years of hiking experience to work in testing the "Mother of All Boots" across a range of trails and terrain in Colorado
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Before Dawn Supply Co. Launches with All-in-One Bodysuit. So We Tested It
Hands on with the first product from the new women-owned outdoor brand that's reimagining activewear pieces to pull double, sometimes triple, duty
18 East Takes Us Back to Camp in New Summer Outdoor Capsule
The 28-piece collection draws inspiration from creative director Antonio Ciongoli's childhood spent at a 119-year-old summer camp in central Vermont
Bedrock Sandals x Pa’lante Collab Introduces Hiker Trash Louboutins for the UL Set
The two darlings of ultralight backpacking have teamed up to release a limited-edition side bag and sandal collab for hiking, fishing, and so on
Alpine Luddites Q&A: Custom Backpacks & Sketchy Adventure with Designer John Campbell
How a life of adventure and travel led this creative climber to build one of the cottage industry's most beloved brands, one custom backpack at a time
Mount to Coast Goes Off-Road: How the Boutique Brand Designed Its First Trail Runner
Our review of the Hong Kong-based brand's new shoe, and how the brand renowned for its long-distance road running shoes brought this new model to life
The 9 Best Double Sleeping Bags for More Comfy Couples Camping
These full-featured, two-person sleeping bags make spending the night in nature as comfortable—and cuddle friendly—as at home
Alpaca vs Merino: An Outdoor Nerd Guide to All-Natural Performance Fabrics
While both are touted for their performance capabilities, there are some key differences between alpaca and merino fiber to consider.
What I Learned Rafting One of the Last Wild Rivers
An 11-day, 160-mile journey through where BC, the Yukon, and Alaska collide in one of the last truly wild and undisturbed natural regions on Earth
14 Korean Outdoor Brands You Should Know
Hiking, camping, skiing, and forest bathing have long been popular in Korea. Here, the brands in the country catering to the enthusiasts
Move Over Merino: Why Retailers Like Hoka and Ibex Are Embracing Nuyarn
Thanks to a subtle difference in production, Nuyarn is stretchier and more breathable than Merino. Here, everything to know about the new wool
A Week in Patagonia Convinced Me Fjallraven Makes the Perfect Hiking Pants
Whether worn in blazing sun or freezing rain, the Fjallraven Keb Trousers kept our gear tester comfortable, dry, and ... "sexy." Let her explain
East Coast Anglers "Get Trashed" on the Upper Delaware: A Community River Cleanup
The founders of Housefly Fishing discuss the genesis of and surprising finds from the annual outing, where volunteer anglers clean up a beloved river
Want to Get Into Trail Running? Try One of These 10 Epic Running Retreats
From Vietnam's terraced rice patties and Morocco's desert sands to Scotland's highlands and the Italian Alps, our expert picks are not to be missed
Review: Altra x Soar's Premium New Collab Is for Trail Runners More Demanding Than Me
When running brands from the Rocky Mountains and Northeast London join forces, what you get is a super-technical collection for long days on the trail
Inside Somewhere Outside, the Upstart Korean Outdoor Brand You Should Know
Somehow, the coolest new Korean outdoor brand is actually an offshoot of a heritage French mountaineering company? Ali George Hinkins has the scoop
The 8 Best Cots for Camping & Backpacking, Tested
Lightweight, comfy, highly-packable, these camping cots make getting a good night's rest outdoors easier, without the noise and feel of an air pad
Inside Southbound 400, the Wild & Unsanctioned Relay Race from Canada to NYC
The unique race pits teams of eight in an all-out 400-mile footrace across New York State. Here's the full scoop, from the founder & past winners
Why Our Gear Expert Has Basically Given Up on Chemical Sunscreen
After too many absolutely brutal sunburns, longtime gear guy Joe Jackson learned to embrace the embarrassing look of thick mineral-based sunscreens
How My Dad's Surprise Illness Helped Me Appreciate My Life As an Outdoors Writer
Years in the tumultuous media industry had made thru-hiking expert Maggie Slepian jaded. Bringing her parents on trips changed everything
The Best Print Magazines at the Intersection of Outdoors, Creativity & Design
Independent magazines for those dreaming of vast landscapes, pushing boundaries, and a gentler way of being outdoors
The Best Packable Backpacks for Travel and Everyday Carry | Tested & Approved
Our guide to the best compact, stashable backpacks for travel and every day use that you probably never even knew you needed
Sole Searching: How Saucony Updated Its Most Rugged Trail Running Shoe
Behind the design of the Xodus Ultra 4, a new distance-ready design with Vibram Megagrip sole and a springy midsole foam normally seen in road running
Inside Pacific Town Club, a 1950s Black Outdoor Social Club Resurrected for the 2020s
The original PTC disbanded in the 20th century for reasons unknown. Then in 2021, Siddiq Cornish decided to bring the historic club back to life