Summer Buyer’s Guide 2015
Hike
Not long ago, there were three clearly defined categories for jackets: waterproof hard shells, stretchy and breathable soft shells, and wind shells.
Choosing the right tent requires finding the perfect balance of price, weight, and space.
The rising cost of down is spurring insulation alternatives that will have us all sleeping soundly.
Pitching the ultimate base camp has never been easier. —Sam Moulton Pitching the ultimate base camp has never been easier. —Sam Moulton (Michael Karsh) Primus FireHole 100 stove There are no fancy features and few moving parts on the FireHole ($150)—and that’s…
Travel
Is there a more important piece of gear than the one that lets you see the world clearly? Of course not.
Bike
Electronic shifting, fat tires, and stronger wheels make the latest mountain bikes funner than ever.
Our favorite kit for trail riding and racing.—Aaron Gulley Our favorite kit for trail riding and racing.—Aaron Gulley (Michael Karsh) Leatt 3DF Air Flex elbow and knee pads Finally, guards made for all-day…
These are the workhorses of the bike world—and with plenty of panache at last. —Aaron Gulley These are the workhorses of the bike world—and with plenty of panache at last. —Aaron Gulley (Michael Karsh) Shinola Detroit Arrow Best For:…
Run
The result of years of chaos—go minimalist! go fat! don't change a thing!—in the running market? Everybody wins.
Fitness
With so many new tools to track performance, choosing the right one is its own sport.
Float
As the sport grows up, there are more and butter SUPs for all kinds of paddlers.
The trick to choosing the right boat? Think hard about where—and how—you'll use it.
Women
