Exploring Portal's World of Hybrid Running, Hiking, and Biking Gear
We spoke to the design collective, whose credits include work with ROA, Rapha, and Arc'teryx, about creating clothes for a multi-sport lifestyle
How Italian Label ROA Is Quietly Taking Over By Fusing Fashion with Function
A decade in, the trend-driving brand known for expertly crafted footwear & apparel reflects on its history, design philosophy, and new collaborations
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
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
Why Durston Gear's Weatherproof, Affordable Tents are Beloved by Backpackers
Informed by years of thru-hiking, British Columbia's Dan Durston and his namesake outdoor equipment have earned a loyal following among UL backpackers
How Australian Outdoor Brand Zorali Is Growing by Making Less
After establishing a robust line of camping gear and apparel, Zorali is intent on making its products more sustainable instead of adding new designs
The Untold History of Outdoor Research, One of America's Great Gear Brands
How the PNW-based outfitter launched from a failed summit attempt on Denali and grew to hometown hero status over 40 years by putting function first
Inside the Two-Sided Philosophy of Purple Mountain Observatory
With thermo-mapping fabrics, fashion-informed silhouettes, and group hikes, the East London label explores accessibility through performance apparel
The Best Outdoor Brands for Hikers, Campers, and Climbers
Our gear expert has tested thousands of rain shells, day packs, and base layers over the last few decades. Here are the labels he trusts the most.
16 Japanese Outdoor Brands You Need to Know About
Japan's longstanding culture of hiking, camping, skiing, and taking in nature is alive and well thanks to a growing group of design-minded gear makers
38 Scandinavian Outdoor Brands That Should Be on Your Radar
38 influential outdoor brands making outerwear, apparel, camping equipment, and so much more—with characteristically cool, modern design
From Sustainability to Design, These Are the Top Hiking Apparel Trends to Watch
Where is the world of outdoor apparel heading? We identified some of the top trends to keep an eye on
The Field Mag Guide to Gorpcore, Fashion's Ongoing Obsession with Outdoors
Navigating the trend that's dominating city streets and fit pics alike—what brands are legit, where to shop, and how to style it
Inside William Ellery, Where Trevor Davis' Strange & Creative Vision Comes to Life
How the once professional chef and former Tom Sachs' fabricator creates materials-driven "expedition gear" for outdoor wear in New York City
A Design-Driven Guide to the Genre of Techwear—and 11 Key Brands to Know
Welcome to the techwear universe, where functionally, craftsmanship, quality, and innovation go beyond traditional clothing design