Long-term, in-depth review of the Garmin Forerunner 55 running watch, as written by a smartwatch noob. Spoiler alert – the watch converted her from a technophobe to a believer!

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Best Base Layers of 2024

We tested 2 dozen lightweight, midweight, and heavyweight men’s and women’s base layer tops for 4 years. We put these base layers to work, and came out with the best base layers for warmth, durability, comfort, wicking away sweat, and not retaining odor over time.

Best Women’s Winter Running Leggings of 2024

Not all running leggings and tights are created equal; that’s why we thoroughly researched and tested this critical piece of gear for ourselves to find the best options for winter runners everywhere.

Gear Reviews, Snow Sports, Running, ApparelStasia StockwellOctober 14, 2023running, run, running gear, winter, winter gear, snow, snow gear, womens apparel, outdoor apparel, outdoor clothing, stasia stockwell, apparel, women's, women's apparel

Best (and Brightest) Headlamps of 2024

We spent 200+ nights testing the best headlamps for brightness, battery life, comfort, and ease of use for backpacking, hiking, running, climbing, and camping.

Best Men's Running Tights of 2024

We review 25 top-rated models to find the best running tights and pants for men—with compression, phone pockets , and designed for mild and cool weather runs

Apparel, Fitness & Nutrition, RunningTrey FrenchOctober 5, 2023running, running gear, trail runners, trail running, run, ultrarunning, trey french, men's, apparel, men's apparel

Best Electrolyte Powder of 2023

We tested electrolyte powders, tablets, capsules, and drops in hot and harsh conditions across thousands of miles to bring you this list of the best electrolyte supplements on the market.

Best Satellite Messengers and Personal Locator Beacons of 2023

We review 28 satellite messengers and Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) GPS two way-messenger devices including the Garmin InReach Mini, SPOT and Somewear based on weight, budget, battery life and subscriptions

Gear Reviews, backpacking, Climbing, GPS & Electronics, Hiking, Kids Outdoors, Thru-Hiking & Backpacking, Travel & Lifestyle, Water Sports, Snow Sports, Running, Camping, BicycleDean KrakelApril 30, 2023satellite messengers, personal locator beacon, garmin inreach, garmin inreach mini, inreach mini, garmin mini, spot, safety equipment, snow sports, hiking, backpacking, thru-hiking, eletronics, gps technology, safety, water sports, camping, snow, PLB review, garmin inreach vs plb, rescue me plb review, acr rescue me, plb with messaging, best backpacking emergency beacon, personal location device, garmin emergency beacon, garmin personal locator beacon, garmin locator beacon, best plbs, plb1 review, satellite beacon for hikers, personal locator beacon reviews, best plb for hiking, ocean signal rescueme plb1 review, main, bicycle-related, running, running-related, PLB, electronics, travel, GPS, emergency, emergency preparedness, PLBs, thru-hiking gear, running gear, climbing-related, travel-related, dean krakel

Best Water Bottles for Hiking of 2023

Water bottles are vital to keeping us hydrated outdoors- whether it’s for a day hike, a camping trip, or backpacking. We tested wide mouth Nalgenes, collapsible, glass, and vacuum insulated bottles from Yeti, Hydro Flask, and Klean Kanteen and more, comparing 17 bottles side-by-side.

Gear Reviews, Camping, Performance Nutrition, Running, Travel & Lifestyle, Water Sports, Hiking, Snow Sports, stay at homeGabi Reyes-AcostaApril 17, 2023water bottle, health, fitness, nutrition-related, gabi reyes-acosta, hydration

Best Bluetooth Headphones and Earbuds for Outdoor Activities of 2023

We tested the best wireless earbuds, behind the neck, and Bluetooth headphones for thousands of miles, while running, hiking, biking, and working out.

Garmin Instinct GPS Watch Long-Term Review

After 8 months and 8 million steps, we still believe the Garmin Instinct is the best hiking GPS watch for most people. Here’s pros and cons after long-term use with this ABC watch.

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