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From backyard to backcountry, precision instruments to help you get the job done
The surprising answers to two critical questions that every adventurer has: What do you after you find buried treasure? And what can't duct tape fix?
Seventeen essential strategies for how to make your adventuring more fun, affordable, and hassle-free
With these tools, there's no reason to wait in long lines
Whether you’re headed for California or Costa Rica, these tips will maximize savings and minimize hassle
The new tool in the company's Free collection can genuinely be used one-handed, and it's more compact than ever
Yes, we used our expert knowledge to rank fictional equipment
Nadia Burton couldn't always find ski gear that fit her body or her style. So she made her own.
Extreme athlete Will Gadd on why kids should develop competence over confidence
This $18 piece of gear will hold a shower beer, a shower LaCroix, or even a shower coffee
Step one: don't break it. But if you do...
For supreme durability and warmth, grab one of these
We judged five contenders on user friendliness, comfort, and how well they carry a load
Finding your way around a new place, especially abroad, is a form of art. Here's how to master it.
Gear, classes, and other resource recommendations for those who want to get far, far out there in the winter
Our favorite gear to increase work-hours productivity
The best route to a cheap flight can be treacherous. Here’s a tried-and-true method for finding a great deal.
Behind the Herculean effort to create a scientifically accurate cartographic masterpiece
No matter where you live, you have to be prepared when the white stuff starts falling
Vacations can be expensive. But thanks to a slew of new digital tools, it's never been easier to cut costs on your next trip.
Our favorite gadgets for turning your economy seat into a mobile office
You don’t need to make more money to stash away funds for travel
Everything, that is, except your favorite drink of choice
How our writer turned a midsize pickup into the ultimate adventure home
The Boise Bicycle Project teaches inmates the ins and outs of bicycle maintenance, with the ultimate goal of getting everyone in Boise on two wheels—no matter their income
A simple method for applying a smooth coat to protect your skis and build the stoke
Setting up a mobile office anywhere just got easier
Don’t go far without one of these handy implements
It’s time to put a little extra thought into the stuff you keep in your pockets
The 100-plus-year-old brand is bringing its trademark quality and burl to a new line of outerwear designed to stand up to your hardest jobs
Bikes are getting more advanced. So are the tools you need to keep them running well.
When it comes to riding a bike, sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do
A backcountry meal is delicious only if you can eat it comfortably
In Washington State, a group of researchers is mining social media posts and photos to identify overused trails and turn your next weekend adventure into a real escape
Throwing a lit party doesn’t have to be expensive
Whether you’re looking for a sleek hip pack or a behemoth bag that can carry the kitchen sink, there’s something for you in this list
We asked a group of professional athletes about the oldest pieces of gear they still use every day
Our world is more digital everyday, but humans are analog creatures
For decades, brands have been on a quest to develop ever more capable timepieces so they can capture your imagination
We spent five days reporting from the floor of Denver's massive outdoor-gear trade show. Here are the top stories.
As wildfires get worse, these powerful new tools will help keep you safe
When disaster strikes, this gear will help you make it through
The messaging device uses a pay-as-you-go model that’s more flexible than the monthly contracts required by other companies
Do this and never die from dehydration in Death Valley
It comes down to better organization, capacity, and accessibility
Lightweight, packable tools to help you get the job done
It doesn't matter whether you're barbecuing in your backyard or circling a fire at a campground, you must cook over open flame.
Apparently, you love bikes, vans, and birth control
Tools to keep your beer cold and your gear organized
There are plenty of ways to lighten your load this season. These tips can help shave off the ounces before tackling a long trail.
Tried and true gear for river, lake, and ocean play
Details matter when it comes to keeping workouts fresh
One of these handy micro-gadgets might just save your life
Know what can be solved with a patch job and what's a lost cause
The snow is melting, the sun is shining—it's time to drag your camping gear from the garage and get it ready for another season
Global warming, nuclear meltdowns, earthquakes, and hurricanes...oh my! Here's how these readers prepare for it all.
There's no point in hauling one around if you're going to make these mistakes
Durable materials and touch of stretch make these the comfiest belts around
From a pocket knife to a duct tape holder, here are five things you should have with you at all times
Don't overlook the most important part of your training cycle