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Smarter boards plus lower prices equals happy paddlers
One could argue that the iPhone 6s is the most versatile camera on the market right now. It takes stunningly crisp photos, shoots rich 4K video, instantly connects with Instagram—and, most important, because it’s your everyday communication hub, it’s the camera you’ll use all the time. But even if you…
Everything an adventure companion needs for out-of-town journeys
From bare-bones featherweights to long-haul beasts, there’s a bag out there for you.
A cadre of talented new hikers are ready for the trail and beyond.
Your sleeping bag is arguably your most important piece of backcountry gear.
For diehard gear geeks, there’s no more exciting category right now than jackets.
Spending the night outside just got brighter, cleaner, and easier.
The latest hikers are lighter and more tricked out than ever before.
The rising cost of down is spurring insulation alternatives that will have us all sleeping soundly.
Is there a more important piece of gear than the one that lets you see the world clearly? Of course not.
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.
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…
Electronic shifting, fat tires, and stronger wheels make the latest mountain bikes funner than ever.
The result of years of chaos—go minimalist! go fat! don't change a thing!—in the running market? Everybody wins.
The new wearable will blow fitness tech wide open by not focusing on it
The best thing going in this year's crop of shoes? Diversity.
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.
Should you go for the standard 26-inch mountain bike wheels or newer options in different sizes? We did some testing to find out.
Surf and Turf It’s rare that a shoe that looks this casual (we wore it year-round) performs so well. But with tight mesh at the bottom to keep out sand, a rock plate in the sole, and quick-drying meshy uppers, the Kia’i Trainers were our favorite water shoes this year.
Outside reviews the best gear in the Summer 2013 Buyer’s Guide, including the Rab Maverick.
Dimples cut down on drag and noise, and there's plenty of room inside.
With a sleek and lightweight design, plus superb clarity, these binoculars are great for wildlife enthusiasts
This traditional, dedicated GPS is user-friendly but fit for serious backcountry navigation
Outside reviews the best gear in the Summer 2013 Buyer’s Guide, including the Bic Sport Wing Ace-Tec
Armored toe protection and ample arch support in a slim shoe.
Outside reviews the best gear in the Summer 2013 Buyer’s Guide, including the Avia Avi-Mantis