Gear

The 12 Best Daypacks for Hiking & Short Adventures

A deep dive into the world of daypacks designed for short day hikes, quick mountain ascents, commuting around town, and everything in between

Moment’s New T-Series Camera Lenses Bring High-Quality Optics to Your Phone

The popular snap-on wide-angle and telephoto lenses receive a next-generation upgrade with the brand’s sharpest lenses to date

10 New York City-Based Outdoor Gear Brands to Have on Your Radar

It might be far from the mountains but with a never-ending well of creative energy it's no surprise Gotham makes its share of great outdoor gear

From Lightweight to Retro, These Running Sunglasses Blend Form & Function

Whether you're after interchangeable lenses, aviators, or ultra-lightweight frames, we found the best running sunglasses fit for every type of runner

13 Best Camping Lanterns for Lighting up the Backcountry and Backyard

A deep dive into the vast landscape of camp lanterns for backpacking, camping, van living, and beyond

The 13 Best Hiking Boots for Women

Our favorite women’s hiking boots for a fast and light ride with different fits, styles, and performance for every hiker

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

9 Lesser-Known Brands Making Awesome Cycling Apparel for Women

Through technical garment innovation and a focus on empowering women cyclists, these apparel brands are re-shaping the industry

15 High-Performing & Flattering Hiking Shorts for Women

These high-performance women's hiking shorts fit well, look great, and help you log miles with style and performance.

The Best Film Photo Labs for Affordable, Mail-in Film Developing, According to Pros

Our network of pro film photographers shares their go-to mail-in film labs for high-quality processing and scans of 35mm and medium format film

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 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

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

Embrace the Personal Sauna With This Guide to the 6 Best Now Available

A big guide to owning a small, personal sauna, including a list of at-home sauna alternatives to help you get your sweat on.

Levi’s Newest 501s Are a Glimpse at the Future of Sustainable Fashion

The venerated denim maker is pioneering new ways to make its most iconic pant, 150 years later

The 12 Best Fishing Shirts for Organizing Tackle in Style on the Water

Surveying the pocket-rich product world of shirts for anglers—or just folks who like to organize their belongings on their person meticulously

Everything You Need to Know About Planning & Executing a Canoe Camping Trip

All the intel you need to successfully leave your hiking boots and adventure rig behind and get on the water

12 Stylish and Utilitarian Summer Hiking Shorts for Lazy Days & Adventure Alike

Lightweight, design-driven shorts from our favorite outdoor brands, fit for hardcore outdoor-ing, river floating, and around town chilling

The 10 Best Water Shoes for Aquatic Adventures

The best modern water shoes blend style, function, and all-day active comfort both in and out of the water

The 9 Best Lightweight Chairs, Stools, and Seats for Backpacking

Lightweight and portable seats for backpacking, overnight camping, and all other times when a log or soggy patch of ground simply won't do

The 10 Best LNT-Approved Portable Fire Pits

Sleek and smokeless, lightweight and durable, these clever packable fire pits are perfect for any backyard, campsite, or roadside viewpoint

The 10 Best Women's Travel Backpacks for Any Kind of Adventure

Whether you need a size-appropriate carry-on for flights or a waterproof bag for wet outings, these travel backpacks have you covered

Ciele & Salomon Create a Running Collab for Roads, Trails, & Everywhere Else

Featuring three shoes for running and recovery plus sun-protective hats to keep you cool while doing it, the limited drop dares you to go the distance

Leatherman's New Limited-Edition Multi-Tool Is Tougher Than Ever Before

It may be inspired by the first pliars-centric tool Tim Leatherman made decades ago, but this homage packs state-of-the-art features and materials