Gear

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

15 Outdoor Brands With Repair, Resell & Upcycled Gear Programs

These major gear makers are using closed-loop cycles to keep equipment and apparel in use and out of landfills

The 7 Best Soft Cooler Backpacks for Outdoor Adventures

From picnics to day hikes, these backpack coolers make it easy to enjoy your favorite foods and refreshments in the great outdoors

Why a $70 Screenless Digital Camera Is Our New Favorite Trail Companion

Tested in the Colorado backcountry, the unique digicam combines the simple shooting experience of a disposable film camera with the storage of a phone

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

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

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