Gear

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

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