The Best Men’s Hiking Pants for Casual Adventures & All-Weather Activities
For two months we tested each pair of hiking pants for durability, comfort, and function—and of course, style—with our top picks balancing all
The 9 Best GPS Watches for Hiking, Cycling, and Everyday Wear
Our team of gear testers took these GPS smartwatches for months of testing in Southern Oregon to determine which is best for a range of users
First Impressions of the Coros Nomad, a New GPS Watch for Modern Adventure
Colorful maps, weather info, a smart way to drop pins, and tracking for 50+ activities bring this GPS watch away from ultras and into base camp
Gozney's Tread Pizza Oven Brings 5-Star Cooking to the Campsite (and Beyond)
Gozney calls the new Tread "the world's most portable pizza oven." So we hauled it up a mountain in Upstate New York to see if it's true
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
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.
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
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 10 Best Hiking Sandals for Men, Tested & Approved
Whether preparing for a backpacking adventure or just a day hike, these tested and approved sandals have you covered
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
The 7 Best Folding Utility Wagons for Hauling Gear to the Beach & Campsite
Take gear from Point A to Point B with ease with these folding wagons, which make for easy storage and transportation as well
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
The 11 Best Camp Showers for Staying Clean Off-Grid, Tested & Approved
We put the newest portable shower designs to the test because rinsing off after a long day outdoors can make roughing it feel a little less... rough
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