Results for 'Minimalist'

Trip Report: : Low Water and High Spirits Canoeing Maine’s Allagash River

A down-season dispatch from the Allagash Wilderness Waterway, a 91-mile paddling route through Maine's North Woods region that few see for themselves

Parks Project Celebrates Japan's National Parks With New Reissued Apparel Collection

New graphic tees and sweats celebrate Mt. Fuji and highlight the country's many other lesser-known national parks

Jetboil TrailCook Review: A Mini Stove for Big Upgrades in the Backcountry Kitchen

We put the new stove's precision fuel control and speedy boil times to test while canoeing in northern Maine and at home in the Poconos

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

Norda x gnuhr = gnorda, a Collab of Maxed Out Minimalism for Technical Trails

Two brands known for their use of highly technical materials and innovative designs team up on a 10-piece run that includes footwear and apparel

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

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

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

Raide TourTech Collection Brings an Engineer's Design Mind to Ski Outerwear

After creating award-winning ski packs and running belts, Colorado-based mountain movement brand Raide set out to redesign the backcountry ski kit

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

On x BEAMS x REI Co-Op Collab on Surprising Outdoor Lifestyle Collection

Three brands hailing from three countries come together for a rare collab collection of apparel, footwear, and camp gear

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

Bedrock Sandals x Pa’lante Collab Introduces Hiker Trash Louboutins for the UL Set

The two darlings of ultralight backpacking have teamed up to release a limited-edition side bag and sandal collab for hiking, fishing, and so on

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

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

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

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

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

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

Unplug at Farouche, a Retreat of Micro Cabin Hidden In Québec’s Laurentian Mountains

We spent two nights at the agri-tourist hotel, located right at the base of a Mont Tremblant ski resort. Thankfully, the hot tub is open all year

Japanese Outdoor Magazine Guide: 10 Print Titles for Gear Lovers

Even if you can't read Japanese, these expertly curated magazines will inspire you to seek greater adventures—and a new pair of rare hiking boots