Gear guide

13 Best Camping Lanterns for Lighting up the Backcountry and Backyard

A deep dive into the vast landscape of camp lanterns for backpacking, camping, van living, and beyond

The 13 Best Hiking Boots for Women

Our favorite women’s hiking boots for a fast and light ride with different fits, styles, and performance for every hiker

9 Lesser-Known Brands Making Awesome Cycling Apparel for Women

Through technical garment innovation and a focus on empowering women cyclists, these apparel brands are re-shaping the industry

15 High-Performing & Flattering Hiking Shorts for Women

These high-performance women's hiking shorts fit well, look great, and help you log miles with style and performance.

The Best Film Photo Labs for Affordable, Mail-in Film Developing, According to Pros

Our network of pro film photographers shares their go-to mail-in film labs for high-quality processing and scans of 35mm and medium format film

The 10 Best Women's Swimsuits Actually Designed for Surfing

Through trial and (a lot of) error, these are the best surf swimsuits that are comfortable, flattering, and actually stay on your body

Embrace the Personal Sauna With This Guide to the 6 Best Now Available

A big guide to owning a small, personal sauna, including a list of at-home sauna alternatives to help you get your sweat on.

The 12 Best Fishing Shirts for Organizing Tackle in Style on the Water

Surveying the pocket-rich product world of shirts for anglers—or just folks who like to organize their belongings on their person meticulously

12 Stylish and Utilitarian Summer Hiking Shorts for Lazy Days & Adventure Alike

Lightweight, design-driven shorts from our favorite outdoor brands, fit for hardcore outdoor-ing, river floating, and around town chilling

The 10 Best Water Shoes for Aquatic Adventures

The best modern water shoes blend style, function, and all-day active comfort both in and out of the water

The 10 Best LNT-Approved Portable Fire Pits

Sleek and smokeless, lightweight and durable, these clever packable fire pits are perfect for any backyard, campsite, or roadside viewpoint

The 10 Best Women's Travel Backpacks for Any Kind of Adventure

Whether you need a size-appropriate carry-on for flights or a waterproof bag for wet outings, these travel backpacks have you covered

The Complete Guide to Camping with a Hammock Tent

Versatile, comfortable, and easy to set up, hammock tents are growing in popularity among all campers, from weekend warriors to hardcore thru-hikers

The 12 Best Running Shirts for Every Type of Runner

What you’re wearing can make or break your run, so ditch the cotton tee freebie and wear the best for all weather and all conditions

Everything You Need to Know About Beach Tents, Including Which to Buy

From UV protection to open-air designs, these are the top beach tents to use as beach shelters or base camp for future explorations

10 Best Metal Sporks for Scooping and Skewering Meals at Camp & On the Road

The top designed sporks that no outdoor gourmand should ever travel without. Btw Is it still tableware if it only ever rests on a log?

The 13 Best Trail-Ready Hiking Shirts of 2024

Lightweight trail tops that wick moisture, resist abrasion, protect you from the sun, and even supply style points

Hit the Trails With These 10 Best Trail Running Shorts for Men and Women

Durable and lightweight fabrics, comfy waistbands, and lots of pockets will ensure you're prepared for whatever the trail throws your way

The 9 Best Dog Raincoats for Rainy Day Adventures With Your Pet

These durable and well-made dog raincoats are designed to keep your adventure pup warm and dry outside

The 10 Best Car Awnings for Car Camping & Overlanding

From quick set-ups to 270-degree coverage, these car awnings are ready for any adventure

The 11 Best Windbreaker Jackets for Active Outdoor Adventures

When all you need is some lightweight defense against a biting breeze, the windbreaker is the perfect layer

The 11 Best Camping Chairs and Everything You Need to Know About Them

Any chair is better than a rock, but these are the best of the best

The 12 Best Men's Rain Jackets for Hiking and Everyday Wear

A comprehensive guide to finding the right rain jacket, with pro tips on features, fit, price, and, of course, waterproofness

The 13 Best Design-Driven Adventure Travel Pants for Any Trip

The best breeches for everything from a hut-to-hut mountain adventure to a multi-day foreign city food tour