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What Is Active Insulation? Revisiting the Forgotten & Much Improved Jacket Category

A decade after invention, active insulation remains tricky to define, but Patagonia's new Nano-Air Ultralight Freeride Midlayer is the category ideal

Testing the New Arcade Adventure Mag, a Stretchy Magnetic Belt Made to Move

The active belt brand introduces a new flagship model with unique magnetic buckle and enhanced recycled webbing

The 11 Best Women's Ski Jackets of 2026, Tested & Reviewed

From backcountry shells to resort staples (plus a wild bonus) these top ski jackets were tested in nearly every winter condition imaginable

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

How a Scandinavian Ethos Helps Thule Design Innovative Outdoor Gear

Thule's exhaustive product development involves state-of-the-art simulations—plus dinner parties and campouts—to create best-in-class outdoor gear

Everything You Need to Know About the Giant, Ugly Duck That's Saving Your Down Gear

The Kardashians, Bay Area tech bros, and tariffs are helping make goose down scarce. And this unknown, oversized duck is waddling in to save the day

The 7 Best Ultralight Backpacking Quilts of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

Say bye to the bag and stay warm without the weight on your next overnight backpacking adventure with these UL quilts

Smartwool 3D Knit Baselayer Review: Testing Ski Layers in VT's Backcountry

We put the techy fabric's body-mapped zones of warmth, breathability, and cushion up against New England's negative temps and record winter

Sole Searching: How The North Face Built Its New Expedition-Grade Hiking Boot

Designers harnessed athlete intel and an archive of footwear to bring a novel hiker into a collection normally reserved for alpine expedition gear

How KEEN's New Trail Running Shoes Were Born From Hiking Boot DNA

With two new trail runners named Seek & Roam, the Portland-based brand builds on two decades of footwear design to evolve how it shows up on trail

We Wear Tested A Ton of Fleece Pants to Find the Best for Home, Camp, and Trail

Plush, breathable, and adventure-ready, these fleece pants deliver peak comfort whether you’re logging miles or streaming episodes

Houdini x Osprey Introduce Allt Pack Collab, a New Alpine Quiver Killer

With designer insight, we dig into the new pack for hiking, climbing, and skiing, created with sustainability and all-mountain adventure in mind

Inside Hikerkind, the Outdoor Brand That Wants You To Look Hot While Hiking

The former fashion industry pros behind the brand believe style and performance can come together on the trails

Samaya Is on a Mission to Reclaim Mountaineering's Soul With Beautiful Gear

The young French label crafts ultralight tents and packs for climbers who believe how you reach the top matters just as much as getting there at all

What You Need to Know About Octa Fleece, the Evolution of the Beloved Outdoor Fabric

An inside look at how an eight-tentacled sea creature inspired a fabric innovation that's becoming the hottest material in outdoor apparel design

Is the New Pentax 17 Film Camera Actually Worth $500?

We tested the first film camera Pentax has produced in nearly two decades to see if the lofty expectations live up to the hype

Is Hyperlite Mountain Gear's New Freestanding Tent Worth the $950 Price Tag? (Yes)

Testing the all-new freestanding design proves it's easy to pitch, breaks down in seconds, and looks damn good, too

The Best Men’s Hiking Pants for Casual Adventures & All-Weather Activities

For two months we tested each pair of hiking pants for durability, comfort, and function—and of course, style—with our top picks balancing all

Before Dawn Supply Co. Launches with All-in-One Bodysuit. So We Tested It

Hands on with the first product from the new women-owned outdoor brand that's reimagining activewear pieces to pull double, sometimes triple, duty

Mount to Coast Goes Off-Road: How the Boutique Brand Designed Its First Trail Runner

Our review of the Hong Kong-based brand's new shoe, and how the brand renowned for its long-distance road running shoes brought this new model to life

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

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

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