The 12 Best Protective Sun Shirts & Sun Hoodies for Staying Cool
With temperatures on the rise, it's time to invest in UPF clothing—these are our top tested and approved picks for protecting your skin from UV rays
The 9 Best Hiking Pants for Women, Tested & Approved
From durable slacks and rugged trousers to fashionable cargos, these are the best outdoor pants for women, wear tested and approved by our editors
The 10 Best Midlayers for Outdoor Adventure, Tested & Reviewed
The perfect ingredient for your layering sandwich, whether you're hiking, running, skiing, fishing, or camping
Beloved Boot Maker Danner Now Makes Apparel, and It's Honestly Really Good
The nearly 100-year-old brand is finally making clothes, and they’re built with the same lifetime mindset as its iconic hiking and work boots
All You Need to Know About Dermizax, Waterproofing Made for High-Output Adventures
In gear waterproofing, Gore-Tex is the name everyone knows, but this membrane from Japan has unique traits that make it worth adding to your lexicon
Parks Project Celebrates Japan's National Parks With New Reissued Apparel Collection
New graphic tees and sweats celebrate Mt. Fuji and highlight the country's many other lesser-known national parks
At Kluane Mountaineering, a Tradition of Small-Batch, Made-to-Order Gear Lives On
How the Edmonton, Alberta-based brand maintains a 50-year legacy of making expedition-grade down jackets and sleeping bags in a modern world
What Is Active Insulation? Revisiting the Forgotten & Much Improved Jacket Category
A decade after invention, active insulation remains tricky to define, but Patagonia's new Nano-Air Ultralight Freeride Midlayer is the category ideal
Is Women’s Ski Apparel Finally Getting Good?
After decades of the "shrink it and pink it" design approach, a small group of brands are setting new standards for the gear women wear on the slopes
Why Wool Might Not Be the Miracle Material the Outdoor Industry Says It Is
Wool is touted as an endlessly renewable alternative to petroleum-based fibers—but how true are the claims backing up your favorite baselayer?
The 11 Best Women's Ski Jackets of 2026, Tested & Reviewed
From backcountry shells to resort staples (plus a wild bonus) these top ski jackets were tested in nearly every winter condition imaginable
Why the Coolest Cycling Brands Are Getting Into Running
From two tires to two feet, many culture-driving cycling brands are pivoting offerings to the current sport du rigueur
Meet the Sheep Ranching Operation Raising Wool for Team USA's Olympic Uniforms
Since 2014, Ralph Lauren has partnered with Shaniko Wool Company to source American-grown, high-quality merino wool for its Olympics outfits
Everything You Need to Know About the Giant, Ugly Duck That's Saving Your Down Gear
The Kardashians, Bay Area tech bros, and tariffs are helping make goose down scarce. And this unknown, oversized duck is waddling in to save the day
Norda x gnuhr = gnorda, a Collab of Maxed Out Minimalism for Technical Trails
Two brands known for their use of highly technical materials and innovative designs team up on a 10-piece run that includes footwear and apparel
Why Danish Menswear Label Forét Defines Its Timeless Staples as “Soft Outdoor”
The Copenhagen-based menswear brand designs clothing with a nostalgic call-back to old-school outdoor, but don't call it gorpcore
We Wear Tested A Ton of Fleece Pants to Find the Best for Home, Camp, and Trail
Plush, breathable, and adventure-ready, these fleece pants deliver peak comfort whether you’re logging miles or streaming episodes
The 13 Best Fleece Jackets & Pullovers to Keep You Warm & Stylish
Wear tested and approved, these functional fleece tops insulate using synthetic, organic, and recycled fabrics and
Inside Hikerkind, the Outdoor Brand That Wants You To Look Hot While Hiking
The former fashion industry pros behind the brand believe style and performance can come together on the trails
Podcast Host Avery Trufelman on How the Military Helped Build the Outdoor Industry
Hit podcast "Articles of Interest" is all about Gear this season, so we spoke with it's host and creator about outerwear, Arc'teryx, Gorpcore & more
American Outdoor Brand Guide: The Most Influential Outdoor Brands from Each State
Every state has its own "claim to fame" outdoor company—we compiled the top brand from all 50
The Evolution of Run Clubs & How One NYC Brand Creates Group Runs That Don't Suck
A look inside the run club boom, and how NYC-based brand Miler, via founder Ben Morrow, designs their group runs to explore trails few locals know
The Best Men’s Hiking Pants for Casual Adventures & All-Weather Activities
For two months we tested each pair of hiking pants for durability, comfort, and function—and of course, style—with our top picks balancing all
Before Dawn Supply Co. Launches with All-in-One Bodysuit. So We Tested It
Hands on with the first product from the new women-owned outdoor brand that's reimagining activewear pieces to pull double, sometimes triple, duty