Outside Gear

I Tested a $600 Camping Table. It's the Most Functional Piece of Gear I Own.

The Snow Peak IGT Camp Kitchen Starter Set is the mobile bartending companion I never knew I needed.

Here's the Secret to Not Paying Full-Price for Name-Brand Outdoor Gear

Save money—and keep used gear out of the landfill—when you shop online at these first-rate secondhand stores.

8 Innovative Outdoor Gear Products You Need to Check Out This Year

From natural bug repellent to a trail-ready Birkenstock, these eight outdoor products stood out in a forest of gear

We Asked Parents What's Missing from Camp Packing Lists—and One Item Came up Over and Over Again

Official packing lists often miss the things that keep kids comfortable in hot cabins and rustic tents. We asked seasoned camp parents to share the unlisted gear that saves their children from bugs, heat, and bad weather.

With This Zippy E-Bike, I Can Go Weeks Without Driving My Car

The Aventon Abound SR made me realize how little I actually need four wheels in the city.

The 5 Mountain Bike Shoes Worth Your Money, According to Serious Riders

From bike park laps to hike-a-bike sufferfests, we found the best shoe for how you ride.

Here's What People Sacrifice When Buying a Cheap Camping Tent

You could spend $284 or you could spend $650—so what’s the right price?

These Veteran Overlanders Have Been Exploring for 30 to 50 Years. Here's What They've Learned.

We asked Overland Expo West attendees who’ve spent decades off the beaten path for their best packing, rig, and travel advice.

Family Camping With My Teenagers Is Chaotic. These 8 Gear Picks Make My Life Easier.

Camping with kids is pure joy, with the right gear.

I Swore I’d Never Use an Electric Cooler—Then I Tried This One

With a built-in battery and 36 hours of cooling power, the Anker Everfrost makes soggy sandwiches and ice runs a thing of the past