The thing about action cameras is while in the midst of the action, the last thing you want to do is frame the shot or make sure the camera is pointing the right way to record that key moment. The next generation of action cameras are taking care of that by recording everything—they literally see Read more ›
Ultralight backpacking can mean many things depending on who you are and what you’re trying to accomplish on the trail. There’s the ultralight cut the handle from your toothbrush types, but there’s also a broad range of folks who are regular or even just casual backpackers who want to save a few ounces here and Read more ›
Mountain bike suspension isn’t one size fits all. Every mountain biker, from professional racers to casual riders, need to dial in their suspension to their own weight and riding style. Don’t fear. Setting up your suspension is easy, and will lead to bigtime gains in the feel and performance of your mountain bike. How Bike Read more ›
Summertime is prime bike riding time thanks to the lack of snow and rain to dampen spirits. But it can also be hot. Add to that the heat of a working body and what was meant to be a casual ride to the market quickly turns into a sweaty mess. And it’s only a mess Read more ›
Good ole Dad. The man seems to have everything he could possibly want. Buying gifts for fathers might seem daunting or nearly impossible. As a dad myself, I went through the arduous process of looking for the gaps or dilapidated items in my own kit to build a wishlist that covers a wide range of Read more ›
Hard-core mountain bikers love to geek out about mountain bike geometry, spouting off numbers about things like reach, head tube angles, and wheelbase – but what do these number mean, and how do they affect your ride? We’ll help break down a couple of the most important specs, to get you up to speed with Read more ›
Sometimes the difference between “Wow! This hike is fantastic.” and “OMG. I can’t wait to get off of this trail.” comes down to having the right hiking shoe or boot on your feet. There’s nothing better than feeling how comfortable and protected your feet are during a hike, and nothing worse than dealing with blisters, Read more ›
I’m not normally one to cede control. No one shops for me. I pick my own clothes. And I don’t normally just pay someone to give me random stuff. But starting now, I will make an exception when it comes to one thing. Random gear. You might first think that a box of random gear Read more ›
With the onset of summer comes the urge to spend more time enjoying intense sunshine, solitary alpine lakes, and trails winding through wooded shade. The most basic equipment required to access these places is proper footwear. Choosing a pair of comfortable hiking boots will leave you free to notice the birds dodging between branches instead Read more ›
1. What hiking boot is best suited for hiking, trekking or mountaineering? Quality hiking boots are designed and constructed to meet the specific needs of various forms of hiking. For example, day hiking boots, such as Salewa’s Mountain Trainers, are generally lighter and more flexible than trekking or mountaineering boots. And within the day hiking Read more ›
Spring and summer backpacking trips are right on the horizon and it’s time to have a look at what of your gear needs an upgrade. I headed out on a few trips including a five-night backpacking trip in the sandstone canyons of Utah with a bunch of fresh gear to see how it held up. Read more ›
What began in 1996 as a one-door backcountry shop wanting to sell online – their first sale was a Pieps avalanche beacon that year – is now one of the top e-commerce brands in the outdoor sporting goods world. And this week the e-comm giant, with five sites under its umbrella, including Backcountry.com, Competitive Cyclist, Read more ›