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Sprays, lotions, wipes, apparel, and devices to keep mosquitoes, ticks, and flies at bay
Bryan Rogala shares his first impressions of Kuat鈥檚 new Piston Pro X bike rack. They鈥檙e very positive.
Breathable, stink-free, and softer with wear. What's not to love?
We鈥檝e sweat in them, worn them on muddy trails, and through countless miles on pavement. Now they鈥檙e discounted.
From running blades to $16,000 handbikes, high-tech gear helped athletes shatter records in Tokyo
Wes Siler walks you through everything he鈥檚 carrying, wearing, and shooting in the mountains of southwest Montana this September
There are a ton of smart options to choose from
One of our favorite adventure travel brands will be relegated to the gilded halls of Ebay by the end of the year
It鈥檚 one of the lightest, thinnest adventure-sport watches on the market. Here鈥檚 what our editor thought.
Go all in on every ride with聽one of these capable rigs
At this distance, you have to be confident in your kit
Stock up for fall adventures with these killer deals on gear we鈥檝e tested in the field
This bike is a big alloy coil-sprung 29er for those who don鈥檛 like big alloy coil-sprung 29ers (and also for those who do, too)
At $1,500, is the Hyperlite Mountain Gear UltaMid4 expensive? Definitely. But it鈥檚 also revolutionizing outdoor shelters.
Save money on gear we love, now through September 6
Now is one of the best times of the year to save on camping essentials
With an innovative hipbelt and pockets (almost) everywhere I need them, this backpack is a quiver killer for multiday treks
As road frames evolve to become more capable on various surfaces, many roadies may find a sweet spot for their riding that鈥檚 short of a full-on gravel bike
Wes Siler鈥檚 detailed walk-through will help you become a more informed buyer
These models will help you push your speed limits
People are earning unprecedented amounts of money loaning out their cars on this app. Here鈥檚 how you can, too.
One should be a staple in your outdoor kit
Top-notch carry solutions for on-the-go essentials
Bryan Rogala meets up with his buddy David Silver to delve into the details of the flexible solar panel he installed on his Timberleaf Pika teardrop trailer
Give a dog a forever home by looking to the shelters and humane societies.
Sitka鈥檚 versatile new Aerolite 30 isn鈥檛 just warm when wet, it鈥檒l help dry your other layers, too
Merino wicks moisture, dries quickly, and is comfortable against the skin. These are my favorite pieces to sweat in.
With a pair of Army SPECS and a little ingenuity, Pit Viper鈥檚 cofounders built a brand that nobody could have predicted
From light sprinkles to daylong downpours, these shells have you covered
The cost of your backpacking tent shouldn鈥檛 keep you awake at night. These double-wall, two-person shelters are all $300 or less, and will put your mind鈥攁nd body鈥攁t ease with their dialed combinations of performance and price.
More people are buying vehicles that allow them to visit national parks, car-camp, and get farther into the backcountry. But what does this mean for the future of the outdoor industry and the planet?
Patagonia is offering up to 30 percent off gear and apparel, now through August 26. Here鈥檚 what we鈥檙e eyeing.
Lightweight, simple, and highly functional, the Pika from Timberleaf is a great option for anyone looking for an adventurous teardrop that can be pulled behind a wide range of vehicles
From your adventure dog鈥檚 safety and comfort to following Leave No Trace principles and proper food storage, Ollie and his dad Stephen have some note-worthy tips for car camping together
Two versatile, go-anywhere dresses that are practical before all else
Versatility is the name of the game with these yet to be released items
Our Outdoor Retailer Gear of Show picks are all items that make life outside easier
There are more people than ever exploring our nation鈥檚 backcountry roads. People like Marcus Trusty are helping keep them clean, safe, and open.
The positive impact of Polartec鈥檚 textile and fabric innovations鈥攆rom the invention of fleece to technologies for all conditions鈥攃annot be overstated
The Flying Cloud 30FB Office oozes quality, but it鈥檚 not immune to the bumps in the road
All you have to do is go outside and try something new
Here's how pro-travelers plan their trips before the rubber meets the road.
Ready to hit the road in your RV? Here are some valuable tips to get you started.
Guess who鈥檚 opening their door for an exclusive OURv tour?
These pieces have been in heavy rotation for years
Follow along as professional photographer Stuart Palley explains how anyone can take amazing photos at night
Create the ultimate wet-weather defense system with these six waterproof items
Bryan Rogala meets up with 国产吃瓜黑料鈥檚 marketing art director, Julia Walley, and her husband, Chris, and gets a tour of their Sprinter van鈥檚 garage
Sleeves still play an important role against the elements, even when it鈥檚 hot
You don鈥檛 have to spend a lot to improve your vehicle setup
Polaroid-style photography is the antidote for the smartphone era, and a great way to capture your adventures on film
Our ten-year-old ripper tests the pedal-assisted Woom UP 6 to find out
We鈥檙e eyeing these steals at Huckberry鈥檚 annual Summer Sale, which lasts now through July 26
The first Yulex wetsuits were expensive and stiff, but with more wetsuit makers adopting the technology, that鈥檚 changed
Amid a cloud of misinformation and useless products, Wes Siler explains four mosquito repellents that actually work.
A case for pedaling a step-through bike
Bryan Rogala meets up with 国产吃瓜黑料 marketing art director Julia Walley and her husband for a tour of their Sprinter van
The Metolius anchor draw held up surprisingly well in our field testing
Wes Siler walks you through his three favorite knives and helps explain what knives you need to carry in the backcountry.
Snow-sports lovers, it's time to give your bathroom an upgrade
When an oil company targeted the North Face with a tongue-in-cheek marketing campaign accusing the brand of hypocritical climate activism, it served as a reminder of the contentious鈥攜et partially codependent鈥攔elationship between the outdoor and fossil fuel industries
Riding kit is expensive. Here鈥檚 how to keep it looking, smelling, and performing its best.
When it comes to safety, training, and exercise, gadgets and apps can鈥檛 beat old fashioned consistency and patience
One team of sled dogs. Twenty tested toys. Three standouts.
Three of our favorite adventure-dog parents weigh in with their hard-earned wisdom
Bryan Rogala walks us through his new favorite solution for storing his ski gear
Tips from a gear tester who lives in a city known for theft
Beta tests this year鈥檚 newest mountain-bike offerings
Research. Packing. Gear prep. Maximizing fun. Here鈥檚 everything you need to know to pull off your next backcountry mission.
It has all the comfort and features you鈥檇 expect from a high-end performance shell, but at an affordable price
Build the perfect Ford Bronco with Wes Siler
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Everything you need to know to keep your Traeger in excellent working condition
Summer is here. This is what we鈥檙e using to stay cool鈥攊n every sense of the word.
It鈥檚 time to radically reimagine the silhouette of the American outdoors vehicle
We鈥檝e beaten these pieces up in the field, and now they鈥檙e up to 50 percent off at Backcountry through July 5…