Gear

The latest and greatest outdoor gear for lovers of adventure—and good design

Olympus Mju II Review: The Ultimate 35mm Point and Shoot Film Camera
Olympus Mju II Review: The Ultimate Compact Point and Shoot Film Camera

A pro photographer's take on the pocket-sized 35mm rangefinder first released in 1997 (spoiler: it shoots above its class in nearly all conditions)

I Trekked 50 Miles Through the Lower Himalayas & This Is the Gear I Packed
The Gear I Used While Trekking 50 Miles in the Underrated Lower Himalayas

The ecologically diverse area presents very different challenges than the more famous high-alpine zone. Here's 10 pieces of gear I relied on daily

The 10 Best Hiking Sandals for Women, Tested by Women | 2025 Update
The 10 Best Women's Hiking Sandals for Wet and Dry Adventures

Tested over hundreds of miles and different types of terrain from Utah to Wyoming, these hiking sandals can handle it all

AllTrails Peak Introduces Offline Maps & Custom Routes With New App Update
Hands-on With AllTrails Peak, a New Premium Tier with Offline Maps & Custom Routes

The top rated hiking app has added a bunch of useful features, but many require new pricer subscription. Here's what we think after an IRL preview

Why Are Thru-Hikers So Obsessed With Smartwater?
Why Thru-Hikers Are So Obsessed With Smartwater Bottles

Plenty of reusable, lightweight water bottle options exist, yet many hardcore hikers prefer to pack this plastic bottle available at any gas station

Arc'teryx Alpha SL: An Ultralight, Technical Pack for Alpine Adventuring
New Arc'teryx Alpha SL Pack Is a Shockingly Light Option for Alpine Adventuring

Built of a material with 8x the strength-to-weight ratio of steel, this new alpine pack aims to compete with the cottage brands leading the UL space

Camping Gear Rental Guide: Where to Get Outfitted for Your Next Trip
The Best Places to Rent Camping, Backpacking, and Hiking Gear Online

Whether you're looking for car camping staples, backpacking equipment, or even a full size yurt, these online and IRL rental shops can help get you

Filson x Housefly Collab: Finally, Some Actually Stylish Fly Fishing Gear
Filson x Housefly Release Rare Stylish Fly Fishing Gear in New Collab

The new collaboration between a Pennsylvania's Housefly and Seattle's Filson produced some sweet bags, clothes, and accessories

How Snow Peak Challenged Americans to Experience the Outdoors Differently
Less Roughing, More Lounging: How Snow Peak Is Challenging American Outdoor Orthodoxy

While other outfitters emphasize performance in rough settings, the Japanese brand designs gear to bring the comforts of home to the outdoors

15 Most Influential Running Brands Built on Performance, Community & Style
15 Best Running Brands Redefining Performance by Emphasizing Community & Cool

A new wave of IYKYK running brands is injecting the sport with a fresh perspective drawn from high design, fashion, cool kid culture, and run clubs

Inside Cimoro, Maker of Custom Ultralight Backpacks & Sought-After Apparel
London's Cimoro Makes Custom Backpacks & Sought-After Gear for Ultralight Adventure

How the designer behind the cottage label turned a Saville Row education into designing performance packs & custom gear that fit like a bespoke suit

ROA x Colin Meredith Cingino, A Lightweight Hiker with Approach Shoe Style
ROA & Colin Meredith Collaborate on Lightweight Hiker with Approach Shoe Style

The first collaboration between the Italian outdoor brand and the Vancouver-based designer spins the sleek Cingino silhouette in a handsome new color

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