When you go the distance on a trail, it’s essential to have easy-to-access hydration on your back. More companies are starting to create women’s specific designs to keep active ladies comfortable for brief or extended outdoor exercise, from quick lunch break mountain bike rides to long endurance runs. Check out these new hydration packs designed Read more ›
I’m not a tech geek, I’m a runner. I like technology and recognize it can make certain tasks easier, but when it comes to running, distraction-free simplicity rules all for me. I want a GPS watch that gets a reliable signal, is easy to read while running and is intuitive to navigate through the settings. Read more ›
Humble beginnings and a history of innovation make MSR one of the most trusted brands in the outdoors This year marks the 50th anniversary for Seattle-based MSR. What started safety testing climbing gear evolved into one of the most recognized and trusted brands in the outdoor industry. Throughout its history, MSR developed products that left Read more ›
While a pair of sunglasses is an accessory, the protection is necessary, and let’s not forget about style. When you can only bring one pair, consider these sunglasses that will serve you on a remote trail or while strolling city streets. Julbo Elevate On a recent hike up Mount Sneffels in Colorado, the Julbo Elevate Read more ›
The stove that self-powers its forced air combustion and battery pack BioLite states its corporate mission as bringing energy everywhere, achieving this through a business model called Parallel Innovation. BioLite develops technologies that appeal to the outdoor market that simultaneously benefit almost half of the planet that lacks affordable household energy. Bringing this power to Read more ›
Water is life, and if you’re out in the woods or traveling the world you often must manage your own water storage and filtration. These new gear highlights were all recently featured at the 2019 Outdoor Retailer summer show, and offer adventurers the convenience and technology of some of the best water accessories when you’re Read more ›
It’s a race to the top, and these pieces of gear have won in my mind. Decades of innovation has led to this period of greatness in road and trail running apparel — take a look at what’s setting the pace from the 2019 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market show in Denver. Patagonia High Endurance Kit Read more ›
Anglers enjoy a thrill in catching any wild fish but the experience of hooking wild fish in wilderness waters after hiking miles – and sometimes, days – to access those waters, often proves to be truly magical. Backpacking anglers need quality gear to get them to camp, gear for camp, and gear for fishing. The Read more ›
Your furry best friend needs all the great gear, and some of the most innovative options are available now or coming out this fall. While it may seem easy to just give your dog the designated “car blanket” during a camping trip or to pack your pooch’s food in plastic tubs, there are so many Read more ›
The Switchfoot system and edging plate make the Wildfire Edge excellent climbers with hiking comfort Approach shoes are specialized hiking shoes that blend walking comfort with climbing ability. These opposing requirements make approach shoe design challenging; flexibility for walking but stiffness for edging are contrasting requirements, as is generous fit for hiking comfort but tight Read more ›
New Trout LL rods & Trout reels designed for dry fly fishers In recent years, most fly rod designers have focused on stiffer, faster, more powerful casting rods. This season, though, Sage engineers took a step back to address the needs of the traditional dry fly anglers who pursue trout. The Sage Trout LL rod Read more ›
The first MIPS-equipped climbing helmet adds protection from brain-damaging rotational forces Mammut introduced the Wall Rider MIPS climbing helmet in January of this year, bringing the first climbing helmet to market that addresses rotational impacts using the MIPS Brain Protection System. The MIPS BPS is a third-party product from MIPS AB of Sweden that has Read more ›