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A new smartwatch that you never have to plug in
Good gear doesn鈥檛 have to save your life. Here are four household products we use every day.
A proper timepiece can handle adventure and look just right back in the office
Properly unloading after a trip can make getting ready for the next one that much easier.
Most solar powered gear is clunky and doesn鈥檛 work as well as advertised. Not this stuff.
Keep baby safe and happy while hiking and camping
A backcountry meal is delicious only if you can eat it comfortably
Want to serve the tastiest meat ever at your next dinner party? This is the (significant) investment it will take to make that happen.
Besides clear skies and shooting stars, here's what else you'll need for a perfect night under the Milky Way
From a burly titanium option to one that collapses when not in use
Alpina's new offering is a breakthrough for the industry鈥攚hich is probably why it was launched on Kickstarter
Plastic is filling up our waterways and oceans. Here are five products you can buy to help stop that.
Thanks to a grassroots movement, it's soon going to get a lot simpler to book campsites on federal lands. But with more than two-thirds of public campgrounds controlled by the states, the work has just begun.
Jimmy Chin鈥嬧嬧嬧嬧嬧嬧 talks about the nuanced components of his work and how he keeps all his photos safe.
Our world is more digital everyday, but humans are analog creatures
For decades, brands have been on a quest to develop ever more capable timepieces so they can capture your imagination
We spent five days reporting from the floor of Denver's massive outdoor-gear trade show. Here are the top stories.
A stove to repair a dent and other totally unexpected uses for stuff you own
Cars are designed to keep humans safe, but at what cost to our canine companions?
If you know where to go and what to look for, you don鈥檛 have to go far for instant adventures
Portable solar gadgets are better than a decade ago. But are they worth it?
Sure, it's expensive, but it's hard to put a price on carefree runs with my daughter
Don't let pesky skeeters hold you back from enjoying the great outdoors
Lots of big brands are shifting toward more sustainable gear, without harmful PFCs. But for the industry as a whole, change is slow.
The Olloclip Filmer's setup will seriously improve your iPhone photos
Add-ons to make giving it your best shot a little bit easier
Apparently, you love bikes, vans, and birth control
If you are a gearhead, you know that having a ton of gear can translate to a lot of clutter.
Laptops are an expensive investment that we rely on for nearly everything. Make sure yours is properly protected with one of these cases.
Devices that do the thinking, analyzing, and recovery for you
One of these handy micro-gadgets might just save your life
Perfect for EDC or in your backpack, these folding knives are ready to tag along on your adventures
A classic goes head-to-head with a modern rival
Upgrading this simple accessory will improve your photography
Give yourself the confidence for big jobs with a fixed-blade knife
Compact, lightweight, and dependable, this little blade is capable of handling all your camp chores
The snow is melting, the sun is shining鈥攊t's time to drag your camping gear from the garage and get it ready for another season
It's waterproof, floats, and is 20 percent louder than its predecessor
Global warming, nuclear meltdowns, earthquakes, and hurricanes...oh my! Here's how these readers prepare for it all.
Because there's nothing better than a pristine gear closet
From a pocket knife to a duct tape holder, here are five things you should have with you at all times
The new Hero is a good little camera for the price, and it's intended for those who are interested in buying a GoPro but aren't ready to drop $300 or more
How Ray Maker, a man with no formal journalism training, built DC Rainmaker, with an audience of millions and the power to make or break your next running watch
In short, it all comes down to bringing the right tools and planning ahead
Protect your most important piece of gear
Twice as strong as most stainless steel alloys yet half as light, titanium makes sense for watch building
They're all made in Norway by Viking descendants
At USU, students in the country鈥檚 first program for gear designers aren鈥檛 just learning how to sew a bestselling jacket. They鈥檙e being groomed to lead the industry鈥檚 next big political and environmental fights.
Scientists make the case for a new real-time measure of endurance effort
Never leave home without it, even if you don't think you'll have to use it
Crowdfunding was intended for startups. Should they keep using the platform when they grow up?
From mountain bike-inspired prosthetics to couch skiing, Americans are using the latest advances to maximize their output
The once dominant action sports company is beginning 2018 with some major changes
Supporting your local gear companies doesn't have to break the bank
People get heated on how to stay heated at night
According to the guy who designs some of our favorites
Two days on the AT binding that spent seven years in R&D
Improved technology means you don't have to spend a lot to get a great light
I spent an evening sprinting in front of my car's headlights to test the latest reflective (and surprisingly good-looking) running and cycling apparel
All the essentials, from $15 to $330, that make exercising more fun
A new generation of bio-inspired prototypes are poised to join search and rescue workers on the front lines
One of the more time-consuming challenges of public-land Airstreaming? Locating good sites. This app helps.
In the Kakamega region of Kenya, Kennedy Yamame is working with Biolite聽to bring power, education, and hope to some of the聽335,760 homes that don't have electricity.聽
Risking fingers and grease stains to determine the most capable blade for your bird
Riding bikes may be green, but the manufacturing behind them can be far from it
The company behind one of our favorite products just launched its Health Tag, a tiny tracker designed to stick with you 24/7
Finally, a camera pack that we actually like
An overbuilt everyday carry knife for all your cutting needs.
(Courtesy GoPro) GoPro Hero 6 Camera ($500) The newest offering from the action cam pioneer, the GoPro Hero 6 camera listens to your voice commands and has a pared-down viewing screen, making for easy viewing and playback of your sweet footie. Buy Now (Courtesy…