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There鈥檚 no painful mortgage, but a few key factors should guide your decision when shopping for a tent
Stuff to keep you comfortable for a day (or a month) on the trail
Thanks to a new wave of purpose-built gear, we鈥檙e living in the golden age of drive-up camping
Stuff to keep you comfortable for a day (or a month) on the trail
The 90-second spot came roughly two months after a New York Times ad taking aim at Kind and other competitors
Packs, cases, and other stuff that survive a good soaking
Gear so capable, the trout will practically come to you
Gear so capable, the trout will practically come to you
Build a foundation of comfort with these technical next-to-skin garments
Surf-ready bikinis and one-pieces that protect and flatter
My first backpack trip of 2019 is this month. These are the critical and interesting items that I'm taking with me.
Audio gear you鈥檒l find any excuse to use
A space-age-looking inflatable with versatility to spare leads this year鈥檚 picks
Precision data-gathering devices to optimize your workouts
This year is a celebration of the past鈥攅ach of the boats at the top of our list is a revamp of a bestseller. Some might say that looking back is a sign that the sport isn鈥檛 progressing, but we don鈥檛 agree.
When it comes to wearables, go easy on the bells and whistles
Running shoes, technical apparel, sports equipment, oh my! These are all among the products whose price tags could be impacted negatively by the trade war with China.
With countless options and sky鈥檚-the-limit pricing, a mountain bike can be an intimidating purchase. Don鈥檛 panic. Start here.
In the age of the smartphone, a timepiece that displays the hour in multiple time zones imbues a measure of worldly sophistication and sense of adventure
Buffs and bandanas aren鈥檛 exactly essential running gear for most people, but they鈥檙e handy workhorses that mop sweat, keep hair back, and perform a dozen other functions in a pinch
As the gravel-bike market booms and manufacturers seek to make rides more comfortable, rigs with (just a little bit of) rear suspension are making a comeback
Soft, breathable, and light鈥攊deal for running and backpacking in cool temperatures
New tweaks mean they're easier to use at work and on the trail
There's no such thing as one jacket that's good for everything. But the Patagonia R1 TechFace hoody ($169) comes pretty damn close
Learn about the different types of adventure vehicles and basic upgrades for your stock rig.
Six options (that aren鈥檛 lawn darts) to broaden your repertoire…
As the all-road market booms, bikes are becoming more capable and more niche
A blind runner finished a half marathon for the first time using only guidance from a dog thanks in large part to the Ruffwear Unifly鈥攖he biggest development in guide-dog harnesses since they were invented nine decades ago
Boards, apparel, and accessories for all kinds of watery pursuits
A year after Bonnie Carroll's husband, U.S. Army brigadier general Tom Carroll, died, she devoted her life to caring for those who鈥檇 lost loved ones from war. For widowed women in Afghanistan, this called for more than emotional support.
John Oppito taught himself to handcraft surfboards in high school. Now he's winning awards for his exquisite East Coast creations.
A 25 percent tax on bikes, helmets, gloves, and backpacks could hit the industry鈥攁nd your wallet鈥攈ard
Paying top dollar isn't always an option, but that doesn't mean you need to skimp on quality
When winter comes, you’ll be grateful you jumped on these steep end-of-season discounts. Here are our favorite puffies currently on sale.
Shedding ounces can make a difference on the trail. If you want to move fast and light, consider these items…
Gear to make your next journey more comfortable and stress-free…
Beyond Clothing is turning protective combat uniforms into stylish outdoor gear
I'm careful with my consumption, but what I found scared me
In the year of the long-travel 29er, the Ripmo's smooth ride and ability to handle any terrain with ease make it king of the mountain
Ariella Gintzler talks through the features of her favorite running headphones, which stay put even when she's taking a break from the beats
Relax, it's not until May 12鈥攜ou still have time!
Exercise turbulence-free with these comfortable support systems
Turns out big wheels and deep suspension play nice together
For this year's Eroica California, Bike Snob NYC bypassed the dream rides and went straight to mail order and Craigslist
Perfect (but pricey) underwear for long days on the trail
A secretive launch signaled that the new team isn鈥檛 going to be a softer, cuddlier version of its controversial predecessor
Everybody poops (and pees). Here’s gear to help take care of business in the backcountry.
Beacon, check. Shovel, check. Hawaiian shirt, check.
After two weeks of riding 25 bikes, these are the ones that came out on top
Creating adidas's new Free Hiker involved three through-hikes of the Pacific Crest Trail, dozens of prototypes, and one eureka moment at a laundromat
We went way out there to put these through the paces
Reliable gear to help you navigate the unpredictable sport
Watch to see why the Orbea Gain e-bike came out on top as our testers' favorite roadie for 2019