Outside Gear

14 Little Camping Luxuries That Seem Way More Expensive than They Are

These upgrades all cost less than $100, so you can go full luxury basecamp without maxing out your card.

The New Wave of High-Tech Running Shirts Is Here. Do They Actually Work Better Than a Classic Tee?

We field- and lab-tested three running shirts with advanced cooling tech against our favorite “normal” workout tee.

I Used to Only Wear $160 Running Shoes—Until I Found the One Budget Pair Worth the Switch

I’ve always stuck to name-brand trainers. But after 50 miles in these budget-friendly road shoes, I’m reconsidering everything I thought I knew about pricey running shoes.

We Tested More Than 800 Pieces of Summer Gear. These 7 Are the Best.

From gravel bikes to sleeping pads, this equipment impressed us enough to earn our coveted Editors’ Choice Award

These Mountain Bikes Under $2,000 Are Better Than You Think

We took six affordable mountain bikes to the trails to find out which ones punch above their price tag.

Vote Now for the 2026 Defender Service Awards

This game-changing program awards a Defender 130 and a financial donation to six nonprofits. Will your favorite charity win? Vote now!

My Secret to Never Serving Dry Chicken? The Traeger Pro 575.

From 15-pound turkeys to overnight brisket, this Wi-Fi-enabled pellet grill remains the most reliable piece of gear in my backyard.

These Premium Caddis Frames Prove Heavy-Duty Glasses Can Still Look Cute

The snowboarding icon and Protect Our Winters founder collaborates with Caddis on a line of rugged aviators—built for reading topographies, tuning splitboards, and embracing the ride down.

6 Expert-Tested Mountain Bike Protection Pads You'll Actually Want to Wear

From lightweight knee pads to full chest protectors, these MTB pads provide comfort, fit, and real protection.

We Pitted $120 Mountain Bike Helmets Against $300 Models. Here's How They Compared.

Comfort, safety ratings, ventilation, and value—we broke down what matters most and found the best lids at every price point.