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Blundstone and L.L.Bean Just Released the Work Boot of Your Dreams
Australia Meets New England in This New Boot from Blundstone and L.L.Bean

Blundstone’s iconic Original 500 Chelsea boot gets a Maine-inspired makeover

Chair1987 Is Designed for Home and Camp—and to Biodegrade If Left in Nature
This Clever Chair for Home and Camp Is Designed to Biodegrade If Forgotten in Nature

Made in Japan entirely of wood and canvas, the unique, lightweight seat can be assembled in minutes and easily packs away when not in use

Arc'teryx System_A Drop 06: Summer Kit Built to Run, Hike, Climb & Scramble
Arc’teryx's New System_A Drop 06 Is a Nod to the Everyday Mountain Adventurer

The seven-piece "Run to Rock" capsule delivers a summer kit of free-flowing fabrics with functional details to easily transition from city to mountain

Summit Journal's New Editor on Resurrecting the Fabled Climbing Print Mag
Summit Magazine, the Climbing World's Premier Publication, Is Back from the Dead

Editor Michael Levy discusses the legacy of Summit, which ran from 1955 to 1996, favorite archival stories, and why relaunch a print magazine in 2023

New HOKA Restore TC Slip-On Shoe Goes All-In on All Day Comfort
HOKA Ditches Laces for New Slip-On Restore TC Shoe for Everyday Wear

Based on the TC 1.0 model and made for daily wear & post-activity recovery, the new gender-neutral design signals HOKA's growing interest in lifestyle

The 10 Best Surf Bikinis & Swimsuits for Women, Tested
The 10 Best Women's Swimsuits Actually Designed for Surfing

Through trial and (a lot of) error, these are the best surf swimsuits that are comfortable, flattering, and actually stay on your body

Airstream x REI Special Edition Basecamp 20X Trailer Is Built for Adventure
Go Further and Stay Longer With New Airstream x REI Basecamp 20X Travel Trailer

Building on the 2022 Basecamp collab, the updated design is bigger and more sustainable, featuring solar charging and a water-saving composting toilet

New York City Surfing: A Comprehensive Guide for Locals & Tourists Alike
Yes There's Surf in New York City: Here's Everything You Need to Know About It

A generous guide for lifelong waterman and beginner surfers alike, including where to go, what to ride, and what seasons to plan on paddling out

9 Best Camping Cots of 2023: Sleep Solutions for Camping & Backpacking
The 9 Best Cots for Camping & Backpacking

Lightweight, comfy, and highly-packable, these cots make getting a good night's rest under the stars easy, without the noise and feel of an air pad

VEJA Fitz Roy Review: Testing the French Footwear Brand's First Hiking Shoe
Testing the All-New VEJA Hiking Shoe in New York's Catskill Mountains

The trendy Parisian sneaker brand made a hiking shoe, so we took it to the Catskills to see how it fares on the trails north of NYC

Soft Top & Foam Surfboard Guide: What to Know & Which to Buy in 2023
The Ultimate Guide to Soft Top & Foamie Surfboards

From seasoned surfers looking to get loose to first timers playing in white water, no surfer’s quiver is complete without a humble foamie

Chaco Townes Sandals Review: Classic Comfort With City Style
Chaco's Brings Leather to Classic Sandals for Walking City Streets in Style & Comfort

Your favorite Chaco silhouettes get a modern upgrade with premium leather and platform soles for all-day around town support