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
An inside look at how an eight-tentacled sea creature inspired a fabric innovation that's becoming the hottest material in outdoor apparel design
How to find outdoor gear that still has plenty of life left in it, according to an expert in gear and thrifting
From a packing list to travel logistics, here's how you can tackle the epic Four Pass Loop in only one outing
Everything you need to know to take on the epic route through France, Italy, and Switzerland, including what to pack and where to sleep along the way
Every state has its own "claim to fame" outdoor company—we compiled the top brand from all 50
These major gear makers are using closed-loop cycles to keep equipment and apparel in use and out of landfills
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
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
Hands on with the first product from the new women-owned outdoor brand that's reimagining activewear pieces to pull double, sometimes triple, duty
How a life of adventure and travel led this creative climber to build one of the cottage industry's most beloved brands, one custom backpack at a time
An 11-day, 160-mile journey through where BC, the Yukon, and Alaska collide in one of the last truly wild and undisturbed natural regions on Earth
Hiking, camping, skiing, and forest bathing have long been popular in Korea. Here, the brands in the country catering to the enthusiasts
Whether worn in blazing sun or freezing rain, the Fjallraven Keb Trousers kept our gear tester comfortable, dry, and ... "sexy." Let her explain
After too many absolutely brutal sunburns, longtime gear guy Joe Jackson learned to embrace the embarrassing look of thick mineral-based sunscreens
Our guide to the best compact, stashable backpacks for travel and every day use that you probably never even knew you needed
Restored using original materials and methods, the six-acre property in remote Argentina includes the main building, outbuildings and gardens
A survey of better crafted, more durable slip-on boots for men & women, because everyone you know already has a pair of Blunnie 550s
A complete guide to packing for a multi-day wilderness adventure, product recs included
While other outfitters emphasize performance in rough settings, the Japanese brand designs gear to bring the comforts of home to the outdoors
The first piece of rolling luggage from Peak Design combines hardshell and softshell in one thoughtfully designed suitcase. We put it to the test.
Our resident gear expert reflects on why, 21 years after launch, the legendary Black Hole Duffel remains an unbeatable option for hauling outdoor gear
Fjords, whales, empty beaches, endless islands, and stunning hikes, this remote region inside the Arctic Circle is an escape worth planning for
Hands-on with the new minimalist backpack designed to haul just the essentials (avy gear included) on fast and light backcountry missions
Step-by-step instructions and pro tips from a professional guide and gear tester to help you maximize the lifespan of your lightweight down items