Gear

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

Barrel Saunas: What to Know & Which to Buy in 2025

Saunas deliver real physical and mental health benefits. But not all are equal. Here, we share our top picks, pro tips, and which brands to trust

Patagonia's Newest Store Is a Restored Explorer's Chalet In the Argentinian Alps

Restored using original materials and methods, the six-acre property in remote Argentina includes the main building, outbuildings and gardens

Do Carbon Plates Belong in Trail-Running Shoes? We Asked the Experts

Once reserved for elite marathoners, carbon plates are now showing up on trails. But are they actually helping you move faster or just hype?

The 13 Best All-Season, All-Purpose, Pull-On Boots (That Aren't Blundstones)

A survey of better crafted, more durable slip-on boots for men & women, because everyone you know already has a pair of Blunnie 550s

Atlantic Coastal Supply x J. Crew Collab Brings Styles of the Sea to Stores

The British maritime lifestyle brand teams up with the long-standing American fashion retailer for a salty menswear capsule

Field Mag's Ultimate Backpacking Checklist for Happier Trails This Season

A complete guide to packing for a multi-day wilderness adventure, product recs included

The 13 Garden Clogs Can Handle Yard Work, Soggy Campsites & City Streets

From Gorpy Cool Kids to West Village Girls, this low-profile slip-on shoe hits the perfect balance of on-trend and ultra comfortable. Garden optional

Exploring Portal's World of Hybrid Running, Hiking, and Biking Gear

We spoke to the design collective, whose credits include work with ROA, Rapha, and Arc'teryx, about creating clothes for a multi-sport lifestyle

How Italian Label ROA Is Quietly Taking Over By Fusing Fashion with Function

A decade in, the trend-driving brand known for expertly crafted footwear & apparel reflects on its history, design philosophy, and new collaborations

Olympus Mju II Review: The Ultimate Compact Point and Shoot Film Camera

A pro photographer's take on the pocket-sized 35mm rangefinder first released in 1997 (spoiler: it shoots above its class in nearly all conditions)

The Gear I Used While Trekking 50 Miles in the Underrated Lower Himalayas

The ecologically diverse area presents very different challenges than the more famous high-alpine zone. Here's 10 pieces of gear I relied on daily

The 10 Best Women's Hiking Sandals for Wet and Dry Adventures

Tested over hundreds of miles and different types of terrain from Utah to Wyoming, these hiking sandals can handle it all

Hands-on With AllTrails Peak, a New Premium Tier with Offline Maps & Custom Routes

The top rated hiking app has added a bunch of useful features, but many require new pricer subscription. Here's what we think after an IRL preview

Why Thru-Hikers Are So Obsessed With Smartwater Bottles

Plenty of reusable, lightweight water bottle options exist, yet many hardcore hikers prefer to pack this plastic bottle available at any gas station

New Arc'teryx Alpha SL Pack Is a Shockingly Light Option for Alpine Adventuring

Built of a material with 8x the strength-to-weight ratio of steel, this new alpine pack aims to compete with the cottage brands leading the UL space

The Best Places to Rent Camping, Backpacking, and Hiking Gear Online

Whether you're looking for car camping staples, backpacking equipment, or even a full size yurt, these online and IRL rental shops can help get you

Filson x Housefly Release Rare Stylish Fly Fishing Gear in New Collab

The new collaboration between a Pennsylvania's Housefly and Seattle's Filson produced some sweet bags, clothes, and accessories

Less Roughing, More Lounging: How Snow Peak Is Challenging American Outdoor Orthodoxy

While other outfitters emphasize performance in rough settings, the Japanese brand designs gear to bring the comforts of home to the outdoors

15 Best Running Brands Redefining Performance by Emphasizing Community & Cool

A new wave of IYKYK running brands is injecting the sport with a fresh perspective drawn from high design, fashion, cool kid culture, and run clubs

London's Cimoro Makes Custom Backpacks & Sought-After Gear for Ultralight Adventure

How the designer behind the cottage label turned a Saville Row education into designing performance packs & custom gear that fit like a bespoke suit

ROA & Colin Meredith Collaborate on Lightweight Hiker with Approach Shoe Style

The first collaboration between the Italian outdoor brand and the Vancouver-based designer spins the sleek Cingino silhouette in a handsome new color

Why Durston Gear's Weatherproof, Affordable Tents are Beloved by Backpackers

Informed by years of thru-hiking, British Columbia's Dan Durston and his namesake outdoor equipment have earned a loyal following among UL backpackers