A Quick Overview of the Sustainable Adidas Outdoor and Five Ten Line Essentials
From recycled plastic shoes to reused polyester apparel, the Adidas Outdoor and Five Ten collections offer not only gear built for the outdoors, but goods made with eco-friendly practices, too.
Rumpl NanoLoft Puffy Blanket is Made Entirely Out of Recycled Material
The Rumpl NanoLoft Puffy Blanket is made from recycled plastic bottles, pioneering sustainability and maintaining the brand's devotion to crafting high-quality, comfortable down blankets that can withstand any condition.
This 3-Pound Rapid Raft Is the World’s Lightest, Most Packable Raft
Whether you like your outdoor adventures extreme or just prefer to be prepared with a bug-out bag to survive the apocalypse, having an ultra-portable emergency raft in your arsenal is never a bad idea.
The New Gerber Explore Collection Offers Up Great Holiday (or Anytime) Gift Ideas
The new Gerber Explore collection offers up gear that you can take just about anywhere and not have to worry about it breaking or going dull when you need it the most. From utensils to hatchets, it's got a little something for everyone.
How to Run a Business and Not Kill the Planet With Climate Neutral
How do we save the planet and continue to build gear we need? Peak Design's Peter Dering and Climate Neutral have an answer.
Meet the Brand Making Stylish and Tactical Gear for Those Who Need It
Named for the highest difficulty level in rock climbing, 5.11 Tactical was originally founded as an extension of athletic apparel brand Royal Robbins. Today, 5.11 has been making a name for itself as the clothier of choice for law enforcement and government agencies around the world.
The Best Cyber Week Deals on Outdoor Gear
Cyber Week will boast deals on outdoor gear from our favorite retailers, such as REI, Backcountry, Columbia, and more. You'll find steep sales on men's apparel, camping gear, and more.
How to Properly Clean and Stow Your Travel Gear
Now is the perfect time to sanitize and organize our luggage and travel gear.
Could Your EDC Use Some TLC? Try Out Gerber’s New Custom Knife Shop
Gerber launched a custom knife shop where you can personally build the EDC knife that best serves your needs and represents your identity.
How Far Will $5 Take You? 10 Things You’ll Want Under $5
When you have just $5, you have to ask, "What can I buy that I actually want?" Aside from a trip to the Dollar Store, there are still things that won't break your $5 bank.
What Would You Do Wearing an Indestructible Puffer Jacket?
The Vollebak Indestructible Puffer Jacket features an outrageously strong Dyneema fabric that is built to withstand, well, everything.
Yakima’s CBX Solar Rooftop Cargo Box Features Integrated Solar Charging
Yakima is upping the ante with the CBX Solar, an off-grid-friendly cargo box with the ability to power a campsite almost indefinitely.
TrailKeg is a Trail-ready Growler Designed to Take Your Beer Anywhere
Hiking and craft beer find a happy marriage with TrailKeg, the world's most innovative, go-anywhere growler. It all comes down to the CO2 pressurization.
Don’t Miss the Latest Snow Gear Deals of the Season
With the winter season coming to a close, it’s time to break out the patio furniture, dust off the bicycles, and buy some snow gear. All the top retailers need to make room for next year’s products, which means this year’s perfectly good gear is deeply discounted.
Tracksmith’s ‘No Days Off’ Line Makes Running in Winter Warm
Tracksmith dropped the 2019 No Days Off collection of cold-weather running apparel in collaboration with The Woolmark Company and it's actually making us want to run in the freezing cold.
Teton Brothers is the Japanese Backcountry Brand You Need to Know
There's no better Japanese brand for winter wear than Teton Brothers. Don't believe us? Check out outdoors writer Clay Abney's three favorite TB products.
After Nearly Dying, the Founder of Burton Releases His Own Personal Line of Snowboarding Gear
After nearly dying from a rare disease, Jake Burton, the founder of his namesake snowboarding company, introduced a line of snowboarding gear, Mine 77, that he personally created and tested.
Outdoor Retailer Snow Show 2019: First Look at the Coolest Upcoming Gear
The best gear from Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2018 will rock the industry with cool new sustainable innovations like biodegradable down, insane fabric technologies, compostable coolers, unheard-of ski boot designs, and more.
Après-Hike: The Best Gear Kit to Sport After the Adventure
After a long day of hiking, you come back to your car starving, thirsty, and muddy. Do you have to wait hours of driving to eat and get cleaned up? Or do you have a nice kit waiting in the car for you with clean clothes, snacks, and even a hot shower?
Keep Your Fresh Water Fresh With the Larq Self-Cleaning Bottle
We’ve all gone a bit germ-crazy in the last two decades. Yet, there’s one thing most of us touch every day that’s undeniably filthy: A reusable water bottle. They’re natural breeding grounds for germs and bacteria, which is why one clever company devised an award-winning solution to combat the problem.
Mountain Hardwear Is Bringing Augmented Reality to the Great Outdoors
Want to save a trip to the store for new outdoor gear? Mountain Hardwear has developed an augmented reality app to do just that.
Upgrade Your Gear with Innovative Camping Essentials that Go Beyond the Basics
Some of our favorite outdoor gear brands have raised the bar on their camping basics. Whether it’s an ingenious design tweak or a barely noticeable addition that takes the experience to a new level, these improved camping essentials are guaranteed to up the ante on your outdoor adventures.
Leatherman’s Beloved Multi-Tool, the Signal, Just Got 3 Bold Color Options
Ever since its debut in 2015, the Leatherman Signal has been the embodiment of the classic dad admonition to "always be prepared." Whether you’re backpacking through the Grand Tetons or waiting for the G train, keeping The Signal in your pocket equips you to turn any mishap into an adventure.
Save Money on Your Gear by Renting It First with Coozie Outdoors
If you only head into the backwoods once or twice a year, or if you're pondering your first wilderness expedition, then you probably don't need to own a full set of gear — not when you can rent great outdoor equipment from Coozie Outdoors.
The James Brand Unsheathes Its First Fixed-Blade Knife
The James Brand Hell Gap is the company's first knife featuring a fixed-blade design, supplying more cutting power for your adventures while still retaining an easy-to-carry body.
New to Nature? Start Backpacking and Camping with Rental Gear from CampCrate
How do you plan for a backpacking trip in Yosemite when you have no gear? Simply rent what you need from CampCrate and ship it back when you're done. Founders Chad Lawver and Mason Gravley want to make it as easy as possible for beginners to go backpacking.
This Eco-Friendly Trekking Pole Plants Seeds as You Hike
FytoStick is a bamboo trekking pole that does more than steady your step. Each time the pole stabs into the ground during your hike, it releases a seed.
Tepui’s Latest Rooftop Tents and Gear Are Raising the Bar on Outdoor Adventuring
From rooftop tents to portable kitchens, Tepui's latest outdoor gear makes spontaneous camping easier than ever. Here's a sneak peek at the new additions coming to the lineup in fall 2018 and spring 2019.
The BioLite FirePit is a Portable Fire Pit That Doubles As a Grill
BioLite's latest camp-friendly creation, the BioLite FirePit, is finally available after months of waiting. With the ability to charge up your electronics and keep wood burning near smoke-free for 24 hours, this little FirePit is the camping stove of your dreams.
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018: The Best Gear of the Year
Outdoor Retailer Summer Show 2018 descended upon Denver, Colorado in July, providing brands the opportunity to showcase the best new gear, tech, and clothes for the upcoming sports seasons. We found five brands and products that truly stood out and awarded each "Best in Show."
Our Favorite Urban Riding Packs by Mission Workshop
From the Arkiv System for backpacks that debuted in 2012 to sleek new camera carriers and hydration packs for 2018, Mission has been quite busy in its workshop. Here's a look at the best gear that Mission Workshop has to offer right now.
Ditch Your Radio, GPS, and Flashlight — Just Bring the Fogo ‘Ultimate Adventure Gadget’
GPS, flashlights, and radios are heavy on a hike, but you may wish you had them if you get lost. Enter the Fogo which a single gadget that packs all these devices into one, saving weight and space in your pack.
Snow Peak is Japan’s One-Stop-Shop for Outdoor Gear (and You Can Get it in the U.S.)
The Japanese know good design. Clay Abney outlines our favorite Snow Peak products currently available from this nearly 60-year-old outfitter.
Outdoorsman Brand Best Made Co. Opens First West Coast Store
New York City-founded Best Made Co., home of all things for the urban outdoorsman, opened its second location in Los Angeles.
What is Graphene? Only the Outdoor Industry’s New Wonder Material
Two-hundred times stronger than steel, more conductive than copper, and lighter than carbon fiber, graphene is making waves in almost every industry. We take a closer look at the material and its use in top-notch outdoor gear.
HuntCrafted is Like Etsy for Handmade Outdoor and Camping Gear
HuntCrafted offers a new take on the craftsmen marketplace. This unique website is full of gift-worthy gear for the holidays.
Ready for Adventure: Shop Our Favorite Menswear Picks from Western Rise
Western Rise is making adventure gear that's both functional and stylish, as easy to wear on a day hike as it is on a quick jaunt to your local pub.
Ecoxgear’s New Speaker Can Go Anywhere and Do Anything (Including Open Your Beer)
Ecoboulder+ is a powerful new speaker from Ecoxgear that features 100 feet of Bluetooth range, a rugged exterior, and a bottle opener.
ALUMINUM: The All-Metal Backpack for Travelers Who Really Need to Stand Out
While most backpack manufacturers look for new ways to rejigger traditional materials, Netherlands-based SOLID GRAY has taken a decidedly different tack.
OUTFOUND Series Battles Mother Nature to First-Year Success
Outfound Series, a new outdoor-lifestyle focused festival in the Columbia River Gorge shows promise despite the bad weather.
Fuze Consolidates the Entire Contents of Your Wallet Into One Smart Card
With a long list of clever, smartphone-enabled features, the Fuze card smart credit card is perfect for security-conscious travelers.
This Tool will Help You Escape an Auto Emergency in 1 Minute
Ingear's autoXscape emergency escape tool was designed to help you act quickly in the event that you'll need to cut your seatbelt and shatter the window.
Matador is Making the Adventure Packing Gear You Need
Adventure gear by Matador says, bring on the elements with their famous Matador mini pocket blanket, droplet wet bag, and Camera Base layer.
KOZM Is A Yoga Brand Built With Men In Mind
Troy Eckert and Derek Sabori decided to launch KOZM, a new athletic brand dedicated to broadening the practice of yoga for men.
Coleman National Parks Centennial Series
Coleman teamed up with the National Parks Service to bring us some great camping gear for the 100-year anniversary of our National Parks.
Langly’s Rugged Reputation Shifts from Bags to Clothing
Langly released a new line of clothing this week, including a Langly Jacket. We reviewed this All-Weather Zip and found it to be a great to stay dry in.
Duluth Pack X Stormy Kromer–American-Made Accessories for the Cold Months
These American-made wool accessories from the Duluth Pack X Stormy Kromer collaboration will keep you looking fresh and feeling warm in the cold months.
The Video Round Up: December 8th, 2015
This Video Round Up features pro skiers, top notch travel, ultralight camping gear, and the best NYC Fashion.
On-The-Go Coffee Gear For The Holiday Traveler
Tips to combat those tiresome traveling ails and brew quality coffee on-the-go.