Gear Reviews

Merrell SpeedArc Matis Mid Hiking Boot 

I admit I did a double-take when I pulled these SpeedArc Matis hiking boots out of the box. They are definitely a more modern, techy-looking ...
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RecPak Meals 

I rely on protein bars for fast, compact fuel in the mountains, but after reaching the punchy pre-bonk stage two days into a rugged bikepacking ...
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BioLite Range Series Headlamps 

There’s a maxim in the mountain world that one should be able to operate their equipment in the dark, sleep-deprived and with gloves on; the ...
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Riptide Xtratuf Sandals for Kids and Adults 

These sandals are made for adventures that don’t stay on dry land or in one place for too long. Made from lightweight BioLite foam, they’re ...
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Gear Room Makeover: Storage That Works

Gear Organizing Solutions Without a functional, organized system for storing your outdoor gear, your gear room or garage can quickly start looking like a hoarder’s storage ...
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Altra Via Olympus 2: Road-Ready, Trail-Tough

As a long-time Altra running shoe disciple, the Via Olympus 2 is the first Altra shoe I’ve worn that’s built more for cushioning road runs ...
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Poncho Nueces: The Go-Anywhere Adventure Shirt

Equal parts outdoor adventure performance and outdoorsy style, this shirt will keep you protected from the sun and feeling and looking cool on the trail, ...
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Kuma Trailmate: The Ultimate Camp Companion

This hybrid lantern, speaker and charger camp gadget is the new centerpiece for my car-camping adventures. The Trailmate pumps out tunes via Bluetooth when you ...
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Drip EZ Secondz: A Better Way to Pack Camp Meals

Say goodbye to Ziplock bags full of treasured leftovers getting squished and waterlogged beyond recognition or lost for days in your camp cooler. Made from ...
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