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Even the highest-quality gear needs maintenance. We’ve gathered a handful of trusted repair tools that have been in our kits for multiple seasons and have extended the lives of our favorite pieces of equipment and apparel.
All that time in the sun and wind takes its toll. Be prepared with these moisturizers.
Does the new Yeti V Series cooler stand up to the tried-and-true Tundra line?
'Solar Detroit,' from production company Duct Tape Then Beer, highlights the impact a few solar panels can have on a neighborhood
Because an organized road-tripper is a happy road-tripper
Learn how to degerm your plastic, rubber, or microfiber mat
From beers on the river to a family picnic, the Compass has you covered
Great dark-sky images require a simple formula: patience, the right location, and the appropriate gear
Cleanse your mat and your chakras
Our favorite tools for making quick and healthy food
Nothing says "I love you" like getting someone a gift they'll use again and again
You don't have to spend a lot to show someone you care
Play hard, but go easy on your wallet
And everything you need to know before driving over that snowy pass
You’re one good drink away from becoming a bona fide mixologist…
Through January 31, save big on travel gear during Backcountry’s Winter Sale. Here are our favorites.
Six testers ran, climbed, hiked, and played outside with 17 different deodorants. Here's what didn't stink.
And the details on how to install them
Psst鈥攐ne of these presents is free
The technology hasn't gotten anywhere close to the early hype鈥攁nd I'm fine with that
Like an old friend, this stick of personal lubricant is always there when you need it, through the good times and the really awkward ones
This week is the best time of year for online gear shopping.
Cyber Week has begun. Here’s our favorite gear that won’t break the bank.
A steak so good it will blow your mind how easy it is to make if you have a good grill. Wes Siler walks us through his secret method.
The Swiss watchmaker and Outerknown, Slater鈥檚 lifestyle apparel brand, teamed up to create a sustainable twist on Breitling鈥檚 most iconic dive watch
From hair ties to hydration bladders, women share their top pregnancy hacks
Fight Turkey Day couch lock with these secret weapons
He put four standouts through the ringer to see how they stacked up
Robert Young Pelton's latest folder is his magnum opus
We drove to Mexico and filled our thermoses with margaritas (for gear testing)
Say goodbye to your fitness tracker. Now your workout gear can deliver your stats.
The ability to fix your gear outdoors is as important as the gear you choose to use in the first place
As with baking or cocktails, pictures are almost always better when you follow a proven recipe
The iconic Swiss watchmaker teamed up with eco-conscious lifestyle apparel brand Outerknown to create a sustainable, do-it-all watch
Introducing Breitling's sustainable, do-it-all watch
It may sound counterintuitive, but social media might just be the key to more time spent outside with friends
From green trucks and biodegradable garments to thinner and warmer wetsuits and on-demand insurance for athletes
These items will keep you safe and having fun in the Valley
Rated for arctic conditions, here鈥檚 how it holds up in frigid work environs
Whatever your adventure, here鈥檚 the gear to get you on your way
Technical pieces that breathe new life into old materials
Train naked. Or wear a panda suit if you want鈥攊t鈥檚 your house!
Everything you need to host a hungry crew at the end of the day
The new Maven S.2 isn't much heavier than a pair of binoculars so you can take more magnification into the backcountry
Gear editor Jeremy Rellosa talks us through his two-week test of blue-light-filtering glasses
The Blumenthal Force Grill will convert even the most diehard charcoal purists
From route planning to stargazing, here鈥檚 how to transform your phone into a more functional piece of gear
A sharp knife is a safe knife and a useful knife. But as you use your blade, it will grow dull
The company took an overlooked piece of gear and made it significantly more useful
The new iPhone is an even better camera for people who want to adventure outside
Take care of your blade, and your blade will take care of you
Getting the most out of your beloved Apple gadget doesn't have to be costly. Upgrade your devices with these affordable tools.
There’s a lot of back-to-school promotions going on right now鈥攁nd that doesn’t mean you have to be a student to take advantage of sweet, discounted gear. Here are our favorites.
NASA picked the Omega Speedmaster for the Apollo missions. It can surely handle your weekend adventures.
Better products may come at a higher price, but their value will serve you on many occasions, in some cases decades
The best ones hit all the notes of lightweight, portability, and (relative) durability
Grab our favorite award-winning summer gear鈥攏ow at steep discounts…
Versatility that plays nice in small spaces
Wes Siler learns how to take better photos of wildlife without approaching too closely
One company thinks it can solve the global algae crisis by making sneakers from sludge
A pen should be a part of your everyday carry kit. Here are six we love.
Timepiece connoisseurs disdain these battery-powered tools, but that doesn't mean you should