Gear

A Beginner’s Guide to Takibi, Snow Peak’s Famous Fire-Resistant Fabric

How Japan's bonfire-centric approach to camping inspired a legendary line of technical apparel made for the most non-tech activity—sitting fireside

15 Outerwear & Gear Essentials Every City-Dwelling Outdoorist Needs

Aesthetics-driven goods for the town and trail up to 50% off from REI's limited run Outlet Sale, on now

Danner & Filson Release Gore-Tex Combat Hiker for All-Terrain Exploring

A true Pacific Northwest collaboration boot designed to tackle the wet and rugged evergreen region both brands call home

Rumpl Releases New Collab Blankets with Fellow Portlander Designer Aaron Draplin

The latest artist collaboration sees the DDC overlord himself put his characteristic bold graphic design to work

In Search of the Illusive One Ski Quiver: The Line Vision 108 & Marker Kingpin 13

A thorough test of the illusive setup, from inbounds at Alta to the backcountry of Montana's Tobacco Root Mountains

Meet Greater Goods, the London Upcycler Turning Discarded Tech Into Totes

A Q&A with the founder, designer, and maker of the London-based upstart making tote bags and more from vintage techwear

The Union Expedition Binding Shakes Up the Status Quo in Splitboarding

The Seattle-based binding brand challenges Karakoram & Spark for the splitboard binding throne with boardfeel and familiarity

A Brief History of Splitboarding and Our Favorite New Board, Reviewed

Cliff notes on the emerging snowboard subgenre plus a hands-on gear test in the backcountry of Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Vasque Releases Monochrome Colorway of Award-Winning Breeze LT GTX Boot

The celebrated lightweight, waterproof hiker introduces urban-inspired Dune and Jet Black colorways for everyday adventure

Outdoor Lifestyle Label Afield Out Blends Fashion & Function in New Spring 20 Line

The young California brand's new unisex collection blends psychedelic motifs and 1990s graphic aesthetics with technical design

This 3-In-1 Pant & Jacket Combo Pairs Japanese Down With Gore-Tex Tech

A capsule collection of 3-in-1 outerwear for everyday adventure from Japan's top down supplier and a longtime snowboard outwear brand

Meet Burton's Experimental Japan-Only Outerwear Line for “Mountain Enthusiasts”

A rare and exclusive sub line of apparel and techwear helmed by legendary Fragment Design founder Hiroshi Fujiwara, the Godfather of Streetwear

This Is the World's Lightest, Most Technical Adventure Blanket

The 800-fill hydrophobic down full-size blanket weighs just 12 ounces and packs to nearly the size of a Nalgene

The North Face Launches Renewed Design Residency and Upcycled Outerwear Auction

Senior outerwear designer talks inspirations for and limitations of upcycling, sustainability, and saving used gear from the landfill

American-Made Mountaineering Packs Revive Climbing's Glory Days

A pioneering rucksack manufacturer is brought back to life in Japan, breathing new life into decades old designs

OG Snowshoe Brand Atlas Taps Photog Mister Mort for New Artist Series

A Grateful Dead-inspired tie dye snowshoe from the mind of fashion's favorite New York personality/street style documentarian

Danner Releases New Boot Collab With NYC Outfitter Westerlind

Legendary Oregon-based boot maker releases limited-edition Gore-Tex urban hiker for everyday adventures

OG Seattle Outfitter Crescent Down Works Moves into 2020 With Style

A new down jacket and fresh digital footprint prove the classic 60/40 fabric devotees still have much to offer in this era of #techwear

Give Yourself to the Mountain with New "GEAR" Collection by Mister Green

The Los Angeles-based lifestyle shop for high minded individuals introduces new line of outdoors inspired apparel and equipment

The Latest Arc'teryx Alpha SV Update Introduces GORE-TEX Pro 2: The Best Yet

A thorough review of the flagship jacket’s 2020 update, set to introduce GORE-TEX Pro 2.0, from the snowy mountains of New Hampshire

These Tote Bags Convert to a Backpack for Hyper Efficient EDC

Durable and adaptable tote backpacks made in USA of unique paper-like Japanese nylon material

Artist Aran Quinn Launches Nah, a Cheeky Brand Celebrating Irish Creatives

Based in Dublin, the amorphous project aims to work with photographers, illustrators, and musicians at home and abroad

New Balance Hits the Trail with New “All-Terrain” Collection

The New England king of the O.G. marathon shoes goes off-roading with new line of footwear and apparel for men and women

A Crowdsourced Guide to Socially Responsible Gift Giving

Environmentally-focused products and brands owned by underrepresented peoples spanning outdoors, fashion, jewelry, art, and home goods