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The 10 Best Hiking Sandals for Women, Tested by Women
The 10 Best Women's Hiking Sandals for Wet and Dry Adventures

Tested over hundreds of miles and different types of terrain from Utah to Wyoming, these hiking sandals can handle it all

Orvis Helios Review: A New Premium & Precise Fly Rod Handmade in Vermont
Casting & Catching with the New Orvis Helios, a Precision Fly Rod Made in USA

A hands-on look at how an iconic fly rod renews its position on the throne with improved strength, weight, and accuracy (it sure looks great, too)

How to Build a DIY Sauna in Your Backyard for $5,600
How to Build Your Own DIY Sauna for Less Than 6K: A Step-by-Step Guide

Canadian builder Andrew Szeto shares a full build breakdown, including cost, time, tools required, and pro tips from his whimsical backyard sauna

Kane Revive Recovery Shoe Review: Foam Footwear Made to Keep You Going
Kane's Revive Recovery Shoe Is Foam Footwear Made to Keep You Going

After a month of testing, we dive into the pros and cons of the Kane Revive, the bio-based "active recovery shoe" leading the category

15 Camping Gifts for Those That Like to Sleep Outside
The 15 Best Camping Gifts for Anyone Who Likes to Sleep Outside

A spacious tent, an espresso-grade coffee maker, a vibey little lantern and plenty of other gift inspiration for people who love to camp

Leica's New Sofort 2 Digital Instant Camera Prints Your Favorite Photos
Is Leica's New Hybrid Instant Camera Just a Digicam with a Built-in Printer?

The storied German camera maker takes a surprising turn towards "lifestyle brand" with it's new digicam hybrid and accessories line, coming soon

Adidas Free Hiker 2 Low Is a Low-Top Version of Its Acclaimed Hiking Boot
Adidas' New Free Hiker 2 Low GTX Is a Low-Top Version of Its Acclaimed Hiking Boot

The beloved knit-top Adidas Free Hiker gets a haircut, but retains its durable Gore-Tex upper

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

11 Best Film Cameras of 2024 (For Photographers of Any Experience)
The 11 Best Film Cameras for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Photographers

All you need to know about the most legendary, underrated, and rightly hyped 35mm and 120 medium format rangefinders, SLRs, and point & shoot cameras

Op-Ed: Who Really Makes Money From Your Public Land Campsite Bookings?
Is a Private Corporation Getting Rich Off Your Public Land Campsite Fees?

Separating fact from fiction in the debates around fees, accessibility, and public/private partnerships on public lands

Glamping Cornwall: The 14 Best Huts, Pods, Domes & Tents to Stay In
The 14 Coolest Glamping Locations in the Seaside UK County of Cornwall

With sandy beaches and rugged moorlands, this historic English county is rife with scenic outdoor spots that are best discovered on a glamping getaway

The 9 Best Kids Sleeping Bags of 2023, Tested & Approved
The 9 Best Kids Sleeping Bags of 2023

An in-depth look at the top options for kids sleeping bags, plus what to look for when shopping for growing kiddos