Gear

The latest and greatest outdoor gear for lovers of adventure—and good design

Trip Report: Backpacking, Packrafting & Fly Fishing in the Adirondacks
Trip Report: Backpacking the Adirondacks with a Packraft and Fly Rod

An early-fall outing to New York's northernmost mountain range in search of mountain lake-dwelling trout and a slice of solitude

The Easy Hiker from Finland's Tarvas Treads Through Towns and Over Trails
Finnish Footwear Label Tarvas Introduces New Style to Tread Trails and Through Town

The new premium hiker brings a touch of menswear panache to the outdoors, or perhaps some outdoor style to the city commuter

How to Choose Between Lightweight and High-Capacity Hiking Backpacks
Lightweight vs. High-Capacity Hiking Backpacks: A Comparison Guide

Multi-day backpacking trips require the right kind of pack -- here's how to choose the right style for your needs

I Hate Roller Bags. But I Love the New Mystery Ranch Mission Wheelie
I Hate Roller Bags. But I Love the New Mystery Ranch Mission Wheelie

How one gnarly cross-country trip with this rugged rolling duffel bag changed my perspective on checked bags after a lifetime of carry-on-only living

How to Pick the Perfect Hiking Backpack, According to a Pro Gear Tester
How to Select the Perfect Hiking Backpack: Pro Tips & Recommendations

Using the right backpack makes all the difference for comfort and convenience when hiking - here's how to find the right one for you

How to Pack Your Hiking Backpack Like a Pro
Maximizing Comfort and Efficiency: Packing Tips for Hikers

With 20+ years experience, our gear expert dives into the art of packing a hiking backpack for maximum comfort and efficiency in the great outdoors

DOD Outdoors Review: Japanese Camping Gear Made for Comfort
A Review of DOD Outdoors' Japanese Comfort Camping Gear

The Japanese camping brand designs luxury-leaning gear for taking it slow and easy, but does it live up to its cushy claims?

16 Japanese Outdoor Brands You Should Know
16 Japanese Outdoor Brands You Need to Know About

Japan's longstanding culture of hiking, camping, skiing, and taking in nature is alive and well thanks to a growing group of design-minded gear makers

From NYC Streets to Colorado Peaks, Testing the New Vans MTE Crosspath
From NYC Streets to Colorado Peaks, Testing the New Vans MTE Crosspath

A hyper functional style with sustainable roots, the adventure-ready shoe blends technical design with classic style—and all-day comfort

Inside Gry x Colin Meredith, Experimental Trail Running Apparel by Ciele
Ciele & Designer Colin Meredith Team Up for New Trail Running Collection, Gry

By lending its design innovation lab to the lauded designer, Ciele has created its most creative technical running apparel yet

Green Trails: A Guide to Eco-Friendly Hiking Gear and Avoiding Greenwashing
A Hiker's Guide on Where to Find Eco-Friendly Gear for Responsibly Hitting the Trails

Choosing earth-friendly hiking gear can positively impact the environment — and your body — more than you might expect. Here are our top picks

The 6 Best Folding Wagons of 2024: Gear Editor Tested & Approved
The 6 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

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