Review

Nixon’s Heat Watch Is Here to Help You Send Harder, in the Water & Out

Waterproof to 100m with a super slim yet rugged design and capability to run multiple pre-programed timers, this sleek “surf watch” is so much more

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

This Lightweight Puffer Jacket Is Light, Warm & Sustainable—Thanks to Alpacas

A new alternative to down insulation made from alpaca fiber makes this puffy jacket from the small Peru-based brand function at the top of its class

A Weekend Stay at Offsite Camp's New Prefab Cabin Outside of NYC

With their first cabin just 2 hours north of NYC, the remote work oriented cabin rental startup offers outdoorsy lodging without the need to unplug

Patagonia's Sleeping Bags Look Weird for a Few Very Good Reasons

Inspired by a prototype founder Yvon Chouinard made himself 50 years ago, this odd duck of a down bag shows promise in a "new" category for the brand

The Loki Icarus Is a Rare Truck Camper Built to Handle Winter Adventures

Most truck campers aren't weatherized for winter use, but premium insulation and hybrid heating make Loki's Icarus primed all-season exploration

Nixon Embraces Recycled Ocean Plastic for Updated Rival Surf Watch

Waterproof to 100m with pre-programed tide reports for 550 beaches around the world, this slim watch is both functional and stylish for everyday wear

onX Backcountry GPS App Review: Off-Trail Navigating in Big Sky Wilderness

Testing the new navigational tool in Montana for an intimate look at its 3D mapping and wayfinding features, info on trails and public lands, and more

Gear Review: 66º North x Heimplanet Hi-Vis Four-Season Inflatable Tent

In California's Alabama Hills, a hands-on review of the newly released dome tent design by two well respected European outdoor gear makers

Tested: Arc'teryx Ski Pants Provide Comfort Through an Unpredictable Vermont Winter

These windproof, water-resistant, breathable softshell ski pants promise to go uphill and downhill in any condition, so we found out for ourselves

Danner's New Free Spirit Hiking Boot Packs Modern Performance and Retro Style

A hands-on look at the Portland, OR bootmaker's newest archival update, tested around town and on the shore of Lake Champlain in VT

Salomon's Newest Boot Goes From the Trail to Town With Comfort & Style

The all-new, waterproof hiking boot is a comfort-driven, single-quiver footwear solution for fall and beyond

Backpackers, Get Peace of Mind While Off-Grid With Garmin's New inReach Mini

This ultralight GPS + emergency SOS device is a must carry for solo adventurers & families looking to stay connected beyond the limits of cell service

The All-New Danner Overlook Urban Hiker Is Trail Tested and City Approved

A hands-on test of the sleek new urban-outdoor crossover in and around New York City (spoiler, it does it all, and in style)

Chaco Chillos: High Style, Low-Tech Footwear for Indoor & Outdoor Chilling

Maximize support, comfort, and positive vibrations with the new lightweight slide from everyone's favorite adventure sandal brand

The Redesigned Oru Beach LT Kayak Is a Water Loving City Dweller's Dream

A watercraft that transforms from box to boat in minutes, now updated for easier assembly, more comfort, and increased accessibility

In the City and on the Trail with the New Danner Logger 917 Boot

A sleek, versatile boot for men and women inspired by the brand's forestry heritage, styled for the streets of New York City

In Search of the Illusive One Ski Quiver: The Line Vision 108 & Marker Kingpin 13

A thorough test of the illusive setup, from inbounds at Alta to the backcountry of Montana's Tobacco Root Mountains

The Union Expedition Binding Shakes Up the Status Quo in Splitboarding

The Seattle-based binding brand challenges Karakoram & Spark for the splitboard binding throne with boardfeel and familiarity

A Brief History of Splitboarding and Our Favorite New Board, Reviewed

Cliff notes on the emerging snowboard subgenre plus a hands-on gear test in the backcountry of Jackson Hole, Wyoming

The Latest Arc'teryx Alpha SV Update Introduces GORE-TEX Pro 2: The Best Yet

A thorough review of the flagship jacket’s 2020 update, set to introduce GORE-TEX Pro 2.0, from the snowy mountains of New Hampshire

Cannondale Introduces Treadwell, a Tech-Driven EDC City Bike

The performance specialist sidesteps traditions with a casual, go-anywhere bike for daily adventures in the city and out

Best of 2017: Editor's Pick

From bikepacking across Oregon to canoe camping in Upstate New York, these were our founding editor's favorite from the year

Best 3-Season 3-Person Tent for Backpacking & Camping

Testing the sleek, ultralight design in variable conditions deep in the Pacific Northwest