Thru-axles, 50mm tire clearance, and the first real update in a decade. Our full review of the refreshed Surly Straggler steel gravel bike after months of testing.
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Whether you need a lightweight pair of hiking pants that will keep you cool in high temperatures or a heavy-duty pair that can handle the most demanding of terrains, here are our winners for the best hiking pants for men.
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Discover eco-friendly biodegradable soaps for camping and backpacking—safe for the environment; versatile for dishes, gear, and body; and easy to pack for backcountry use.
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After years of testing dozens of energy bars, our writers share their favorites based on taste, fillingness, food sensitivities, value, availability, and more.
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We test the best men’s hiking underwear and travel underwear for weight, quick-drying, odor control, moisture-wicking, and comfort.
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After years of testing dozens of protein bars, our writers share their favorites based on amount of protein, taste, fillingness, food sensitivities, availability, and more
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For those with large breasts (AKA big boobs), we review the best sports bras for chest sizes D+. Comfortable, supportive, and affordable bras for most activities
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We tested the Scarpa Instinct VSR climbing shoes to see how their fit, sensitivity, downturn, and rubber perform for outdoor and indoor climbing and bouldering.
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The best men’s shorts for running on trails, from liner and liner-less options to compression shorts, racing shorts, and shorts for thick thighs
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We tested the Garmin LTE GPS dog tracker to see how its connection speed, tracking capabilities, and battery life performs for daily walks, hikes, and remote outdoor adventures.
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We reviewed ultralight backpacking and bike tents from Big Agnes, Six Moon Designs, Nemo, and MSR to determine the best picks for solo and group bikepacking.
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Power your phone and electronics with our review of the best portable solar chargers and panels with power banks for camping, basecamping, and outdoor adventures.
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We tested and reviewed bouldering crash pads for climbers based on performance, features, portability, and durability
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Ultra fabric toughness in an ultralight backpack, our ULA Ultra Node 20L review covers durability for travel, commuting, adventure, hiking, and scrambling.
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We tested the most popular hiking tights and leggings for fit, comfort, pockets, sun protection, moisture-wicking, quick-drying and more.
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Our in-depth review of the men's and women's versions of our new favorite all-around trail running shoe, with balanced cushion and excellent traction for trail running, hiking, and backpacking
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We review human waste bags and wag bags for ease-of-use to find the best odorproof and leakproof toilet kits for camping, climbing, backpacking, rafting and emergencies
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We tested 35 SPF lotions to find the best body sunscreen for outdoor activities and best everyday sunscreen with broad spectrum UVA and UVB sun protection.
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We test climbing chalk bags to find the best for climbers. From gym climbing, to alpine climbing and multi-pitch routes to chalk buckets for bouldering, we find chalk bags for all kinds of climbing.
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We tested the Altra Lone Peak 9+ GTX trail running shoes in a variety of conditions to test waterproofness, fit, comfort, grip, cushion, responsiveness, and more.
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