The Best Lightweight Travel Laptops for 2018
Modern nomads demand everything from their laptops — they need to be lightweight and powerful, with a capable battery. aA number of manufacturers now offer ultra-portable workhouse laptops that won’t break the bank. Here are four of the best travel laptops for 2018.
The Best Keychain Accessories are Tiny Tools that Can Save the Day
Sometimes you need a little more than a set of keys to save the day. These tiny tools -- bottle openers, lights, chargers, and more -- will come in handy without adding bunk to your keychain.
The 10 Best Kayak Fishing Accessories That Every Angler Must Own
Explore rivers and shorelines in just inches of water with the best kayak fishing accessories for 2021, guaranteed to elevate your angling experience.
Going Camping? These are the Best Family Tents to Buy on Amazon
One of the most important pieces of your camping kit is a good tent, and having to suffer with a lousy one can make wilderness adventures a lot less fun – doubly so if you’ve got kids in tow. Here's an up-to-date guide on the best family tents on Amazon to fit about any need and budget.
The Best Duffels For Fall Adventures
A good duffel is essential for your adventure gear. We tested a few of the best duffels on long weekends in the mountains & these are three of our favorites
From the Office to the Trail, Here’s the Best Dual-Purpose Work Gear
Suits are tough to hike in and fast-drying nylon hiking pants don’t usually fly at the office. So what do you wear to be ready for a day of work, adventure, and a dinner out?
Get the Gear: Our Favorite Stuff for Staying Organized and Energized While on the Go
The gear we love right now helps us stay energized and organized while on the go. Satisfy the springtime urge to venture outside for camping, biking, and travel with everything from a multi-tool to a rooftop tent.
Travel gear upgrade: The 3 best wheeled backpacks on the market
These premium wheeled backpacks are three of the best, most versatile we've ever tested.
The Best Fixed-Blade Knives for Camping, Carving, and Cutting
The best fixed-blade knives sit near the intersection of utility and survival. Bring one along whenever you camp, trek, or push for the summit.
The Best Cast Iron Camping Cookware
Cooking over an open flame in the woods isn’t everyone’s specialty. Aside from fire and beer, the next crucial thing you’ll need is a proper pan. For that, there’s nothing better than good old cast iron. Here are five of the best cast iron pans for campfire cooking and beyond.
Pics or It Didn’t Happen: 5 Best Camera Bags for Trail or Travel
Carrying around thousands of dollars in glass and electronics is tough to do. Now take it up a mountain or to a different country — even harder. We've rounded up the best camera bags to keep you comfortable and your expensive gear safe in the city, the mountains, or other countries.
The Best Car Camping Gear for Any Season
Long nights, coolers full of beer, and comfortable beds are a good recipe for year-round car camping adventures. Here's what you need to bring.
Trekking: Hit the slab with these 10 bouldering essentials
There's more to bouldering than a pair of climbing shoes and crash pad. Check out some of our favorite climbing essentials for your next date with crag.
The Best Binoculars for Birding, Backpacking, and Beyond
No matter what you’re planning — hiking, stargazing, embarking on your first safari — a good set of binoculars can make all the difference. Here are four affordable picks of compact binoculars with excellent viewing.
This $80 Tent Is Only $25 at Best Buy Today! Grab It Quick!
Going camping or planning to attend an outdoor music festival? You'll want to check out this deal on the Wakeman 2-Person Dome Tent at Best Buy!
The Best Backpacking Chairs for Your Next Adventure
There’s nothing like putting your feet up in a comfortable chair around the fire at the end of a long day. Here are our picks for your next adventure, which include the best backpacking chairs that are above the ground and on the ground, and stools.
The Best Baselayers for 2016
Baselayers are your second skin when combatting the elements. We've got the best to keep you out on the trail this year.
Solo Stove is the Only Backyard Fire Pit You’ll Ever Need
The Solo Stove Bonfire is the bigger, backyard fire pit version of Solo Stove's amazing backpacking stoves. It's the perfect compliment to your backyard.
Stay Dry on the Trail with Mountain Hardwear’s Rainshadow Backpack
Mountain Hardwear's Rainshadow Waterproof Backpack is a light, sturdy, convenient pack that will help you and your gear stay dry in even the wettest weather
Best Of Show: Outdoor Retailer Spring 2017
Any adventure-minded individual will gush at the outdoor gear presented at the Outdoor Retailer Spring 2017. So read up and start writing your wish list.
Outdoor Retailer Summer 2017: The Best Gear On The Planet
We spent the entire Outdoor Retailer Summer 2017 show scouring the floor for the absolute latest and greatest new outdoors gear to fuel your next adventure.
Soak in Your Summer Adventures By Learning How to Hang a Hammock
Hammock Enthusiast Derek Hanson has written the ultimate guide, filled with illustrations, easy tips, and essential techniques on how to hang a hammock.
Midwestern Heritage Brands Stormy Kromer and Merrell Partner for the Ultimate Cold Weather Collection
Two iconic Midwestern brands, Stormy Kromer and Merrell, have teamed up to create a collaboration capsule that blends style with functionality for even the coldest of Midwestern winters.
Best Recyclable Cups, Bowls, and Plates to Make Your Next Camping Trip Easier
With recyclable camping dishes, you can stick with the "leave no trace" mantra but avoid cleaning day-old food gunk off of reusable cups, plates, and cutlery.
Huckberry Stocks Your Football Gameday Essentials
Stock up for gameday with a durable, portable growler, football-inspired leather coasters, a tough-as-nails watch and more pieces from Huckberry.
Begin Your Jedi Training with Star Wars Fitness Gear
With help of the force, anything is possible in the weight room. Onnit's Star Wars fitness gear will take your regime to another universe.
What Athlete-Turned-Model Jason Roberts Can’t Live Without
Jason Roberts has had both successful soccer and modeling careers. Here we share his winning grooming and every-day-carry habits.
What We Saw: Wilson’s Flagship Chicago Storefront Opens
The new store showcases the company's recently released Sportswear line, a lifestyle-slash-activewear collection.
Everything You Need to Start Motorcycle Camping
Being prepared for the worst is the best way to have a good time while going on a camping trip with your motorcycle. Here's what you should bring.
The Beginner’s Guide to Mountain Running for a Strength-Building Cardio Workout
Whether you’re an outdoorsy guy or simply want to get out and enjoy the great outdoors more, you might want to consider taking up mountain running.
Urban BBQ: Embrace Indoor Grilling With Kenyon’s City Grill
For help putting together an indoor grilling guide, we reached out to Mike Williams, Grill Specialist for Kenyon and purveyor of the almighty City Grill.
Get Organized On The Road With Yakima Rack System
From crossbars to cargo boxes, newly redesigned Yakima rack systems are the ultimate road trip gear for organizing tools and accessories.
Which Massage Gun Should You Buy on Amazon Prime Day?
Massage guns have quickly become the latest fad in shortening recovery times post-workout. These wide-ranging options will be the ones to buy on Prime Day.
8 Coolest Things We Saw at Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show 2021
The best gear showcased at Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show 2021 includes a tiny home, fire-starting kit, flexible ski boot, chemical-free waterproof jacket, and more.
Wilson’s Bold Sportswear Line Will Make You Forget All About Its Volleyballs
Wilson has a hundred years behind it, and its Sportswear line is a long time in coming.
Ten Thousand Taps UFC, BJJ Stars for Its New MMA Training Kit
It marks an ambitious move for the company into a niche mixed martial arts space.
Arc’Teryx Is Creating ReBird, and It’s One of the Coolest Sustainability Initiatives Yet
The outdoor brand is releasing a customer-facing platform to educate and ensure full transparency in their sustainable efforts.
Day Hike Essentials to Take Every Time You Hit the Trail
Collecting good gear can make day hikes so much better. With the capability to go beyond a single day, this gear will see you through if things take a turn.
Comedian Jon Glaser on His Favorite Gear and Hilarious Show
We chatted with comedian Jon Glaser about his favorite gear and the hilarity of his truTV show, 'Jon Glaser Loves Gear', which is exactly what it sounds like, but even funnier.
Hitch Tent Is a Clever, Non-Rooftop Platform for Your Rooftop Tent
Rooftop tent camping is sublime, but it's not without its shortcomings. Hitch Tent, a clever automotive hitch-mounted tenting platform, is designed to combine all the utility of a rooftop tent with the stability of a traditional tent system.
Abandon All Hope: Peloton’s Newest Member Is Usain Bolt
With Peloton's announcement of Bolt and other elite athletes joining its team for a summer of drop-in workouts, you can kiss your leaderboard position goodbye.
Save Up to 30 Percent Off Winter Ski Apparel from the Stio End-of-Season Sale
Stio designs clothing that blends comfort with fashion and right now its offering up to 30 percent off winter apparel and ski gear. From cozy jackets to stylish flannels, Stio's winter sale has plenty of cold-weather options available.
CleanseBot Is a Pocket-Sized, Bacteria-Killing Robot for Germaphobe Travelers
Travel is dirty. We don’t need to tell you of the unspeakable horrors a black light can reveal inside a typical motel room. If only there were a simple, effective way to sanitize your hotel room and travel gear. Thankfully, like all 21st-century problems, there a robot for that.
Backcountry Brews: Essential Beer Accessories for Your Next Camping Trip
Take wilderness exploration to the next level with these beer accessories ready-made for your camping adventures, from growlers to chillers.
Kammok Says This Is the Ultimate Ultralight Backpacking Hammock
In their endless striving for lighter and lighter setups, some ounce-counting backpackers (without sore backs) have picked up hammocks as lightweights shelters that pack down small. Kammok's new Mantis is an all-in-one hammock system that could replace your backpacking tent.
Hold Utility in the Palm of Your Hand with the Leatherman Free Collection
This summer, after more than 35 years of customer feedback and insight, Leatherman is embarking on their most extensive product launch to date: The Leatherman FREE series, which features a first-of-its kind architecture built around integrated magnets.
A Closer Look at the Inspiration Behind Backcountry’s In-House Apparel
Clicking through online retailer Backcountry's catalog of your favorite outdoor recreation brands, you may have not have noticed a new development: a collection of athletic apparel made by Backcountry itself. We got the low-down from Andy Fletcher, Head of Owned Brands.
REI’s Gear Rental Program Will Change How You Experience the Outdoors
Don't have the money or space to invest in great gear? Never fear! REI has expanded their outdoor gear rental program from coast to coast.
We’re in Love with the Look of Gerber’s New Everyday Carry Knives
Gerber calls it a collection of everyday carry knives with an added emphasis on aesthetic. Take a closer look at the Quadrant, Jukebox, and Straighlace.