Gear guides

FERAL Wetsuit Review: I've Finally Fallen in Love With Winter Surfing
The Best Winter Wetsuit Is From a Tiny Brand You've Never Heard Of

The small San Francisco brand uses Japanese Yamamoto neoprene to cut weight & improve warmth—here's how their 5/4/3 suit tested in icy waters near NYC

The 16 Best Sling Bags for EDC, Travel, and Adventure
The 16 Best Sling Bags for Everyday Use, Travel, & Adventure

A backpack and fanny pack hybrid, these design-minded sling bags keep you ready for urban and outdoor adventures.

15 Best Waterproof Roll Top Backpacks for Everyday Adventures
15 Stylish & Waterproof Roll Top Backpacks for Daily Adventure

Design-minded roll top bags for everyday carry both in the city and on the trail, and made in the USA, UK, Japan, Sweden, and more

The 7 Best Travel Ski Bags for Chasing Powder Around the Globe
The 7 Best Ski Bags for Chasing Powder Around the Globe

After testing from New England to the Rockies and across the ocean, we found best bags for hauling boards and skis across terminals and tarmac

6 Best Heated Gloves for Warmer Winter Adventures: Tested & Approved
The 6 Best Heated Gloves for Frigid Winter Adventures, Tested & Approved

We tested the top battery powered heated gloves in the frigid wilds of Maine to find out which pairs work the best

13 Car Camping Essentials for a More Comfortable Getaway
13 Car Camping Essentials for Getting Outdoorsy on Four Wheels

When packing a car instead of a 60-liter backpack, you can afford to maximize comfort in the face of bulk—here's out top picks for how to do just that

The 11 Best Grid Fleece Hoodies for Active and Casual Wear
Grid Fleece Hoodies: The Magical Lightweight Mid-Layer

Your favorite go-to hoodie, but make it a breathable, insulating technical grid fleece from outdoor brands big and small

The 11 Best Waterproof Duffel Bags for All Weather Travel & Adventure
These 11 Waterproof Duffel Bags Will Keep Your Gear Dry Wherever You End Up

High-performance waterproof bags for keeping your goods and gear safe and dry on even the wettest excursions

Pro Tips & Gear to Make Camping With Kids Fun & Easy(ish)
Tips, Tricks, & Gear to Make Camping With Kids Fun and (Mostly) Stress Free

Getting outside with young kids isn't always easy, but these parents have some advice for whatever outdoor adventurer you may be planning

The 10 Best Ponchos for Surfing, Camping, and Other Outdoor Adventures
The 10 Best Ponchos for Surfing, Camping, and Other Outdoor Adventures

One of the most slept on articles of gear/clothing, the poncho is an essential item for staying warm, dry, and cozy, at the campsite, beach, and home

The 10 Best Sports Bras for Athletic Women: Tested & Approved
Tested & Approved: The 10 Best Sports Bras for Climbing, Yoga, Hiking, and More

Because it's not easy to find a sports bra that's comfortable, supportive, and fits well (especially when you have muscles)

The 10 Best Dog Beds to Guarantee Your Pup Sweet Dreams
The 10 Best Dog Beds to Guarantee Your Pup Sweet Dreams

Doggy sleeping bags, K9 camp cots, plush pads and more, plus tips for choosing the best dog bed for your pup