This equipment demonstrated best-in-class performance to earn our coveted Editors' Choice award.
You have until the end of the day on Memorial Day to pick up some sweet steals from REI
Seven testers tried 48 t-shirts and singlets over nearly 4,000 miles. These came out on top.
Hiking shoes, tents, swimwear, and more to help you kick off summer in style
We logged more than 2,500 miles to find the best running shorts for staying cool and feeling fast and stylish
The wilderness outside of Asheville, North Carolina, was the ultimate proving ground for our gear this year
Six camping blankets that provide comfort and versatile warmth
We surfed, ran, and swam our hearts out in 18 different styles. These were our favorites.
A veteran Tacoma driver’s hard-earned tips to help you stay organized, reduce stress, and maximize your time outside
Explore the 2024 Toyota Tacoma with three original video programs that continue with For the Love of the Taco, featuring experts in everyday adventure
From sweat-wicking shorts to a minimalist shell, here are our favorite products to hit the trails this summer
We biked long and hard on 17 different electric commuter bikes to find out which four are truly the best.
After testing 21 bike shoes, we hand-picked these road, gravel, and mountain-bike shoes
From beachside dunes to rugged mountainscapes, these six spots offer profound solitude, pitch-black skies, and some of the best stargazing in America
Ready for a new perspective on exceptional outdoor opportunities? Target these seven hot spots that adventurous drivers across the country can live up to.
A motorbike can make getting to the trailhead cheaper, faster, and a lot more fun
We put over 130 road running shoes through thousands of miles of long runs, speed workouts, races, and daily jaunts. These 19 emerged as the best.
Plush, with surprising pep, the updated Nike Vomero is our new go-to training shoe
Is a 4x4 van as capable as a pickup for exploits off the beaten path? Our experts weigh in.
These biking accessories and tools will help you work smarter, not harder, on two wheels
In the water or on the trail, BlackStrap will help you beat the heat with this innovative collection of sun-protection layers
There’s no downhill too technical for these rides
Whether you’re exploring trails or climbing big walls, Mountain Hardwear has the perfect sun protection layers for you
Looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas? Why not support one of these brands founded by moms?
We took our newfound favorite pieces to sunny spring crags, soggy campsites, and slushy ski runs
This eco-conscious shoe for light hikes and trail runs is good for the wearer and the planet
We tested eight bikes, and these four came out on top
Six Pinkbike writers and editors tested 15 trail bikes last year. These five picks impressed us the most.
Hit the pavement with these five dynamic picks
At the top of our list: comfortable, stylish suits that seamlessly transition between activities
We tried 22 water shoe styles and chose the best for adventuring in, on, and around the water
It does everything your souped-up fitness timepiece does, with dive features that are leagues beyond the competition
With the right tools, making great meals at camp will feel just like cooking at home
Snow Peak camping equipment encourages a relaxed approach to spending time outside
Toyota’s lineup of mid-size trucks all share the same platform. We tease out why you should choose one over the other.
Spoiler alert: It’s not aromatherapy candles or a trendy diaper bag
Adventure gear and skills give you an advantage when conquering the challenges of a crowded amusement park
We tried 34 pads at campsites, under the stars, and even on some backpacking trips. These had us sleeping soundly.
My portable, sit-anywhere Crazy Creek chair helps me optimize my time, energy, and comfort whether I’m sport-spectating or adventuring
This active city has the routes, events, and resources to keep runners coming back for more
Bags, tools, and little extras to make camp feel like your home away from home
We put more than 150 trail shoes through hundreds of miles of rocky singletrack, sandy paths, and muddy forests. These 18 emerged as the best.
Having run in every plated trail shoe made, we find the Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra the first that matches road supershoe performance without sacrificing trail-handling prowess
Car camping is all about embracing the kind of luxury you can’t afford on backpacking trips. These sleeping bags fit the bill.
Comfortable and sturdy shelters with enough room for the whole gang
It’s the original performance fabric, and still one of the best
We tested knives, coolers, stoves, and other kitchen essentials to highlight the best of the season
In a fast-evolving category, the new Lynx Cargo e-bike from Troxus is leading the field with its versatile, ride-anywhere performance
It’s like mansplaining, but about gear. And yes, it’s just as annoying.
We stuck fish from Idaho to Alaska all last fall and summer to bring you our best-tested picks
One gear editor goes kiddo a mano with her dad
We didn’t let this weird winter stop us from getting outdoors. Here’s the gear that helped us ski, run, hike, and get outside this season.
After a half-century of market-leading innovation, the storied pack maker kicks off the next 50 years with models that raise the bar on performance, sustainability, and fit
An impulse Amazon purchase turned into a daily essential
These are the classic, oversized sunnies you’ll wear on the beach, the ski hill, or the road trip
Our columnist, an ex-adventure racer, interviews the athlete portrayed in the movie to find out
This is how you make an award-winning multiday backpack even better
Entirely waterproof and very durable, heavy duty TPU-coated nylon is making its way into your everyday carry
Over a dozen athletes put 66 sunglasses to the test in a range of outdoor activities. These shades performed the absolute best.
Sometimes the best thing about bikes is letting them go
Starting around $45,000, the mid-size SUV should be an affordable way to go camping without producing emissions
We weigh the pros and cons of using a bladder, soft flasks, and water bottles to carry while running
Keep your feet happy—and active—with the latest addition to Birkenstock’s outdoor adventure line
We tested yoga apparel, mats, and accessories during dozens of hours of diverse practice to find the pieces that will optimize your yoga experience
The Rab Veil 12 comfortably carried everything we needed on runs from neighborhood jogs to 100-mile adventures—and let us reach what we wanted without taking the pack off
We tested more than two dozen running packs on rugged trail adventures and easy road runs. These seven came out on top.
We tested 15 running jackets that provide all-weather protection without containing forever chemicals. These three were our favorites.
Follow these tips to build a future-proof bike and never fret about new gear again
Six testers spent hundreds of hours working out to find these best-performing sports bras for every type of activity
Challenging myself is always fulfilling, and my new gear has invigorated me this winter
It’s not as gross as it sounds, and it will allow you to go off-grid longer—even in the colder months of the year
Because who wears plain old pants anymore?
The Aeronaut Hoverquilt prioritizes comfort, something sleeping outdoors too often lacks
Here’s the gear that helped us start 2024 off right
The pre-internet decade is having a nostalgic moment, and I couldn’t be happier
With more waterproof, cold-resistant, and snow-gripping running shoe models than ever, there’s no excuse to stick to the treadmill this winter
It was a banged-up pair of demo skis that taught me how to Nordic ski—and embrace the humbling process of learning a new sport
We tested 20 new products on trails, treadmills, and trains to find the best earbuds and headphones for every listener and budget
Midsize pickup owners rejoice: now you can organize 30 percent more stuff without wasting any space