In the last decade running packs have come a long way. Some barely resemble backpacks at all, built more like clothing with streamlined storage than a bag with straps. The best packs these days are lightweight, have pockets and storage options right where you need them and carry enough water for your race or all-day Read more ›
When considering trout reels, the term ‘absolute precision’ doesn’t usually come up. But we’ve heard that term a lot this year from our testers who have used the new Orvis Mirage LT reel. More often than not, a trout reel’s primary function is simply line storage. Anglers will strip out the line they need for Read more ›
Gifts for dads are tough. Guy gifts just sort of blend together in a sort of golf-flavored, grill-smokey haze of shave-kit blandness. You can do better. How about this? A knife with tattoos. Deejo makes gift-priced and premium ultralight knives you can customize with dozens of artistic, laser-cut blade graphics and handle material combinations. Like Read more ›
For a real knife and tool-hound like myself, the anticipation for the new Leatherman “Free” series of multitools was almost too much to bear. After all, I’ve known “a new and revolutionary” tool series was coming from Leatherman for three years now, but was given very little detail. Then, in January, when SHOT show came Read more ›
Rock climbing shoes have advanced steadily since the advent of sticky rubber shoes in the early ’80s. Brands have drastically improved the fit, sensitivity, edging power, stickiness and other variables in search of performance to match the incredible rise in grades on boulders and crags. Scarpa will release the Furia Air this fall, claiming that Read more ›
This week, Peak Design, a Bay-area innovator of photographic accessories, launches an entirely new line of products to shake-up the old guard of the photo industry. Ironically, the product that is going to shake the foundations of the photo world’s static design is something built for stability: A unique tripod. The new Peak Design Travel Read more ›
Yamaha probably isn’t the first name that comes to mind when thinking ebikes, but they’ve actually been making electric bicycles since 1993. A lot has changed in bicycles and technology since then and their latest line of ebikes takes full advantage of it. The Wabash gravel bike is the 5th model in Yamaha’s 2018/19 line Read more ›
Whether traveling by trains, planes, or automobiles – or bikes, boats, or horse-and-buggies – the new Trxstle CRC system keeps your rod safe and secure. Trxstle – pronounced “tres(ə)l’ – created the Convertible Rod Carry system to help modern anglers transport their rods regardless of their travel method. The unique cases telescope from 30 inches to 10 feet Read more ›
Pneumatic Recovery Boots are becoming increasingly popular among athletes. These boots treat muscle soreness and aid in the recovery process by increasing fluid circulation throughout the extremities. Word of their effectiveness is getting out as most brands are presenting their products at race expos, and top athletes are posting pictures of themselves wearing these boots Read more ›
Hoka One One launched its new like of mega-fat hiking shoes and boots this spring, and we got an advance peek. The three models—a proper backpacking boot, a flashpacking low-cut shoe, and a mid-cut scrambler—all feature Hoka One One’s signature extra-thick midsole. That extra-thick foam certainly works to lessen the impact on your legs while Read more ›
Following up on their outstanding Mirage series of saltwater reels, Orvis launched a new Mirage LT designed for lighter lines. The lightweight reel has been in development for more than a year, and our team of testers has been using pre-production samples since early last summer. The Mirage LT – like its stouter sibling – Read more ›
I try and find myself without cellphone signal as often as possible — it’s kind of the point of getting out in the wilderness. Leaving the fast-paced, tech driven world we live in behind for some peace and nature is restorative, but the potential is there to face a life and death emergency and be Read more ›