

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

The 7 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

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

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

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