Backpack Reviews
Osprey Exos 58 Backpack Review
Comfort/FitThe Exos 58 provides good overall comfort for an ultra-light pack and performs well when carrying loads under 30 pounds. The padding on the Exos 58 is much better than...
Osprey Atmos 65 AG Review
Comfort/FitThe Atmos 65 AG is as comfortable as any pack I have ever tested. It takes a few extra minutes to dial in all the adjustments on the hip belt...
The North Face Cragaconda Review
Comfort/FitThe North Face Cragaconda is available in two sizes with the L/XL best for six-foot-tall users. The suspension is comprised of a HDPE frame sheet and two aluminum vertical stays,...
Apparel Reviews
Jack Wolfskin Alpspitze Women’s Ski Touring Collection Review
For nearly 40 years, Jack Wolfskin’s name and pawprint have been a symbol of their trailblazing spirit and regard for nature. If you haven’t seen the pawprint before, that’s because Jack Wolfskin...
Patagonia Adze Review
Weather-resistance The Patagonia Adze is constructed with a DWR-treated softshell exterior that is ninety percent Polyester and ten percent Spandex. Unsurprisingly, of all the jackets in the test, the Adze...
KUIU Ultra Merino 120 LT Zip Off Bottom Review
In the chilly backcountry, ascending steep uphills always has me sweating, even in sub-zero temperatures. My body just seems to run hot when I’m pushing hard. But here’s the catch:...
Footwear Reviews
Brooks Cascadia 13 Review
The Brooks Cascadia is a mainstay of trail running, and fans of the past Cascadia models will find a lot to like here – comfortable uppers, a stable ride, and...
Salomon Sonic RA 2 Review
The Salomon Sonic RA 2 is the update to Salomon’s primary road specific shoe. An updated upper with a new mesh provides additional room for a spacious toe box. The...
Topo Athletic Runventure 2 Review
The Runventure is built on Topo Athletic’s successful anatomic last, with a three-density EVA midsole, and a full-length TPU flex plate for underfoot protection without compromising ground feel or flexibility....
Hiking & Camping Reviews
La Sportiva Genesis Low GTX Review
Stability La Sportiva had been producing stable, high quality trail runners for years and finally rolled out a low top traditional hiker in the Genesis. Referred to as STB Technology,...
Best Ultralight Backpacks of 2024
Once a niche segment of backpacking, ultralight (UL) gear is gaining traction among outdoor enthusiasts who want to travel faster and farther with less weight on their back. Nowadays, there...
Bergans Trollhetta 55 Backpack Review
StorageThe Bergans Trollhetta 55 backpack provides flexible storage options. The lid contains two large zippered pockets, one on top and one underneath. There is a large mesh pocket on the...
Millet Torong 52 Backpack Review
Comfort/FitThe Torong 52 provides good overall comfort, especially in the hip belt. The pack performed well while carrying loads in the 30-40 pound range, but not above that. The Torong...
Merrell Moab FST Waterproof Review
Stability For having one of the thinner outsoles in the test group, the Moab FST made up for it with a wide option for fit and superior traction (hence the...
Salewa Wander Hiker Review
Stability The Michelin rubber had arguably the best grip in its class, and the outsole was slightly wider than the rest of the shoe, providing added stability and ground contact....
Climbing Reviews
Singing Rock Penta Review
ComfortThe Penta was one of the most comfortable helmets tested and became a big hit with testers. The lightweight and lack of a plastic suspension system allow the Penta to...
The North Face Cragaconda Review
Comfort/FitThe North Face Cragaconda is available in two sizes with the L/XL best for six-foot-tall users. The suspension is comprised of a HDPE frame sheet and two aluminum vertical stays,...
Best Rock Climbing Shoes for Kids of 2024: Encourage Adventure and Skill Development
Rock climbing is an exhilarating and challenging sport that offers numerous physical and mental benefits for children. As young climbers embark on their vertical journeys, having the right pair of...
Biking Reviews
Patagonia Adze Review
Weather-resistance The Patagonia Adze is constructed with a DWR-treated softshell exterior that is ninety percent Polyester and ten percent Spandex. Unsurprisingly, of all the jackets in the test, the Adze...
Time Fluidity Review
The Time Fluidity spoke to me. This is what it said. “I am everything you like about road bikes, and nothing that you don’t.” If you like a bike that...
Niner RKT 9 RDO Review
Ride QualityBalance is the first word that comes to mind here, as it is with other Niner XC machines. The Niner RKT 9 RDO feels perfectly balance on the trail—weight...
Hunting & Fishing Reviews
Simms Women’s G3 Guide Stockingfoot Waders Review
For 2018, Simms updated the fit and construction of its venerable G3 Guide waders to improve comfort and fit a broader range of body types. It’s still the gold standard...
Fishpond Delta Sling Pack Review
The Fishpond Delta Sling Pack is a large-capacity bag that combines the features of a sling and a waist pack with a unique (and very comfortable) storage solution. OrganizationShaped like...
Umpqua Tongass 650 Waterproof Waist Pack Review
OrganizationThe Umpqua Tongass 650 Waterproof Waist Pack is a straightforward pack with no mysterious pouches or lash points. Instead, there’s a big roll-top main compartment and a secondary zipped pocket...
Ski & Snow Reviews
Patagonia Departer Review
Material The Patagonia Departer is a lightweight-2 layer Gore-Tex shell and can initially be mistaken for a rain layer rather than a snow jacket. The design is inspired from a...
KUIU Ultra Merino 120 LT Zip Off Bottom Review
In the chilly backcountry, ascending steep uphills always has me sweating, even in sub-zero temperatures. My body just seems to run hot when I’m pushing hard. But here’s the catch:...
Black Diamond Recon Stretch Ski Shell Review
Materials The Black Diamond Recon Stretch is constructed out of BD.Dry 3 layer material that is fully waterproof, windproof and breathable. Its highly waterproof rating of 20,000 mm is equivalent...
Travel Reviews
RTIC Road Trip Tumbler: Your Ideal Travel Companion for Refreshment On-the-Go
When it comes to finding the perfect travel tumbler, you want something that combines great temperature retention, durability, and functionality. And the RTIC Road Trip Tumbler checks those boxes. This...
Melitta Pour-Over Coffee Brewer: Elevate Your Coffee Experience – A Detailed Review
The rage, the hype, the NEW wave of drinking coffee has arrived, (Note sarcasm here)! Coffee shops around the country are promoting their “slow” coffee bars with manual pour-over coffees. This surely...
Thule Covert DSLR Rolltop Backpack: Seamlessly Blend Style and Functionality – An Extensive Review
When is comes to carrying around camera equipment there are many great options on the market. But when is comes to carrying camera equipment and extra personal gear, are there any...