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How Ultralight Backpacking Pioneer Gossamer Gear Found Its Edge Again

After years of playing it safe, the UL backpacking trailblazer flexed its design muscle and reminded hikers why it mattered in the first place

Is Women’s Ski Apparel Finally Getting Good?

After decades of the "shrink it and pink it" design approach, a small group of brands are setting new standards for the gear women wear on the slopes

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

New Film "Energia Vitale" Artfully Portrays Milan's Deep Alpine History

With archival footage, New Age tracks, and modern climbing the striking film by Vibram explores the relationship between urban and mountain landscapes

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 KEEN Turned 20 Years of Trail Experience Into the New Targhee Apex

The famously comfy-burly hiking boot gets a modern revamp with lighter materials and a sleeker profile—without losing its soul

Q&A: Gorpcore Queen Sabrina Bloedorn on Influencing, Outerwear Education & Styling

The Canadian creative with an audience of 300k+ shares real views on influencing, what makes gear good, and how to make it look even better

The 10 Best Winter Boots Built of 2026, Tested & Reviewed

Insulated, waterproof, and outfitted with snow-tire-level traction—these are the pairs that won’t tap out before springtime

How Learning the Inuit Approach to Wilderness While Hiking in Labrador Changed Me

An intimate trip to Canada's far northeastern coast inspired a perspective shift based on listening, observing, and moving slow

Why Danish Menswear Label Forét Defines Its Timeless Staples as “Soft Outdoor”

The Copenhagen-based menswear brand designs clothing with a nostalgic call-back to old-school outdoor, but don't call it gorpcore

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

Light Phone III Review: Can a Phone Without Apps Work With Adventurous Lifestyles?

Limited to calls, texting, maps, and little else, the new Light Phone promises attention span salvation, but does it put a limit on outdoor pursuits?

A Cyclist's Guide to New Zealand's Remote & Spectacular Timber Trail

Everything you need to know about the rural forest mountain bike and hiking trail, from what to pack to where to sleep along the way

Halfdays x Parks Project Release Women’s Skiwear Line Inspired by the Rockies

The limited edition capsule collection debuts Halfdays' first all-over print while giving back to the landscape that inspired them

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

How to Go Camping in Denali National Park, Alaska's 6-million Acre Wilderness

Trade crowded campgrounds for rugged trails, wildlife encounters, and some of Alaska’s most remote views

10 Best Ultralight Tents of 2025, Trail-Tested and Reviewed

Advanced materials and designs make these shelters the lightest around—for more trail time with fewer lbs. on your back

Traverse Volcanic Ridges, Farm Country, & Jazz Bars Along Japan's Hokkaido East Trail

Far from the frequently visited stops on Japan's north island, the country's newest long trail is a 250-mile walk in Hokkaido parts unknown

The 9 Best Ultralight Sleeping Pads for Lightweight Backpacking Adventures

Save precious weight without sacrificing some comfort while camping using these airy and easy-to-transport sleeping pads

After Walking 100 Miles in Japan, Here Are My Thoughts on New Shoe Brand Notace

As running shoes skew towards max cushion and carbon plates, the recently launched Notace thinks less is more — we took a pair to Japan to test that

These $150 Salomon Trail Running Shoes Got Me Through My First Thru-Hike

When a packing mishap left a writer with her backup shoes for 130 miles of the John Muir Trail, she found out how they held up under a 40-pound pack

Exploring the Forgotten Mines of the Cascades in Search of Antique Glass Bottles

Every summer Shane and Colby Auckland bushwhack their way through the remote Cascade Mountains on treasure hunts—not for gold, but for unbroken glass

The 11 Best Hiking Pants for Women, Tested & Approved

From durable slacks and rugged trousers to fashionable cargos, these are the best outdoor pants for women, wear tested and approved by our editors