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Weather’s nasty? No need to stay inside if you’ve got a pair of these.

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An already excellent shoe gets an upgrade

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Summer may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean you have to put your gear away. We pulled some numbers, and these were the products you were most stoked about.

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Dogs belong off-leash outdoors. But if you're going to take your dog off-leash, you need to be responsible.

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Step one is pretty damn simple: dry the thing

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We partnered with a gear-subscription company to create three custom boxes tailored to different slices of an active lifestyle

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An ideal quilt for summer and fall in the Mountain West

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The last thing you want is to go for a drink and end up sipping dirty water

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From the mouths of hikers mid-trail

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Backcountry’s 30-liter Adventure Pack fits everything I need in a sleek, efficient package

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Amphibious features make this shoe a no-brainer for warm-weather adventures

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The answer isn't just throwing everything in your backpack all at once. Here's the right way to pack for a long haul in the wilderness.

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This shoe is a multisport machine, tackling technical approaches, long hikes, and overnight backpacking trips

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Our top tips for fixing your gear and getting back out there

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We picked the ORCA Liddup cooler as an essential piece of road-trip gear in our 2019 Summer Buyer's Guide

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Stay comfortable on the trail, whether you're out for two days or ten

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Spending just $25 and 15 minutes nets you something stronger and more comfortable than anything you could ever buy

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Everyone's quick to tell you all the reasons to go lighter. Allow me to explain why they're wrong.

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I've spent almost two months testing this tough midweight load hauler. Here are my impressions.

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The best way to deal with the wild winter's lingering snowpack

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Gear hacks for a good backpacking trip when the weather goes bad

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Get a doggie backpack, like Kurgo's Baxter, and your pup can lug its own gear along the trail

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Snacks, water, and diapers—these fit it all

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Move beyond the book bag with these sport-focused models…

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Lightweight hikers that command the path

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Stuff to keep you comfortable for a day (or a month) on the trail

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Stuff to keep you comfortable for a day (or a month) on the trail

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My first backpack trip of 2019 is this month. These are the critical and interesting items that I'm taking with me.

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The season’s haulers emphasize user-friendliness

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Shedding ounces can make a difference on the trail. If you want to move fast and light, consider these items…

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Ariella Gintzler talks through the features of her favorite running headphones, which stay put even when she's taking a break from the beats

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Sponsor Content: adidas TERREX

Creating adidas's new Free Hiker involved three through-hikes of the Pacific Crest Trail, dozens of prototypes, and one eureka moment at a laundromat

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Smart looks and smarter design make this jacket the first thing we reach for when we head out the door

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I tracked them down to find out

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And other advice for the first-time dog owner

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Sponsor Content: HOKA ONE ONE

Because hiking faster means hiking farther

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The answer depends on your skill level, your feet, and your body type

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These will save you from drinking contaminated water—and shelling out a ton of money…

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The film ‘Why Is Fjällräven So Expensive?’ examines the intersection of the company’s sound business practices and steep price tags.

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A peek at Hydro Flask’s Journey Series hydration pack, Mountainsmith’s Zerk 40L Fastpack, and OluKai's Hawai’iloa boot collection

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Style and capability, all in one pretty fun package

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Easy to clean and functional to boot

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Upgrade your shoes with these great-value options…

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Her surfing students wanted swimsuits that stayed put and had a place to stash a key or money. So Andrea “Mona” Picasso created some—and they’re brilliant.

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The Camp Café is a coffee-making system available for large groups of people (or folks that need their joe in mass quantities)

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Hip shape and torso length matter, and a pack that fits right will save you energy on the trail

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Weather-ready footwear with street-worthy good looks

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A bear's sense of smell is seven times better than a bloodhound's. Outsmart them with this food-storage bag.

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You don't need to spend a fortune to get a bright light with good features. Here are our top picks under $20.

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With a new year and new gear right around the corner, it's time to take a look back at our favorite products from the past 12 months

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A legit flagship watch, but it needs a firmware fix

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With Ember’s Ceramic mug, your coffee stays hot all day.

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REI’s Flash Air hammock strings up between two trees but has the mesh and rain fly of a ground tent.

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Want to be the life of the party? Bring the Picnic Time Bar Backpack.

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The La-Z-Boy of camp chairs, Helinox's Sunset is as comfortable as this essential camp gear comes—without being overbuilt

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For those who love beer, the Stanley Go Growler and Stein Set is the perfect combo to keep the stuff frosty and carbonated

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Thanks to built-in heaters, Ember’s Ceramic Mug keeps your beverage hot all day.

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Gear editor Emily Reed talks about how the Nomad Wireless hub ($80) eliminates tangled wires while keeping all of your devices juiced

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The Nanopresso by Wacaco is perfect for campers who want an alternative to the instant junk.

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Poles seem simple, but they're an important part of your hiking or backpacking kit. Here are our all-time favorites.

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The Everyday Sling from Peak Design can fit a full camera body and two lenses.

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The Rumpl Puffy Sherpa blanket is a skier’s best friend for cold-weather tailgating.

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Holiday steals we can get behind

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These are an absolute joy to use, despite some inherent limitations

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Peak Design is known for its intuitive and feature-rich camera accessories and packs. Its latest is no different.

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A solid budget-minded option, so long as you can tolerate the infuriating keyboard

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The Altra Lone Peak 4 Mid RSM is lighter, more comfortable, and more supportive than any other boot I've tested. They're not stylish, but hey: Looking good in the woods is overrated.

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If the shoe fits, ski in it

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Like its predecessors, the Sawyer Micro Squeeze removes 99.9 percent of bacteria, but through a much lighter and smaller package.

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These packs are perfect to tuck away for an adventure on a moment's notice

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An extremely light and comfortable sleeping pad that is excellent for three-season conditions.

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Excellent breathability and a welcome surge of innovation in the otherwise-predictable rainwear category

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The Ruffwear Trail Runner bowl is a worthy addition to any dog owner’s kit

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Jeremy walks us through the features of Trexad's Air Pack, which takes a novel approach to cushioning and support.

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A crowdfunding project promises to bring smoother pack-carrying experiences to the masses

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Gear haulers slim down and grow up

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A dash of style doesn’t have to mean reduced traction

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A product manager from the Boulder, Colorado, brand walks us through the designs details of an upcoming tent, pack, and sleeping bag.

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The 42-liter pack stood up to more than a week in Yosemite's backcountry

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These baby carriers will keep the whole family happy in nature

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