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Joe Jackson, 国产吃瓜黑料 online's Gear Guy, never thought that the ten years he spent as a raft guide, outdoor retail employee, and vagabond would turn into a career.
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There are lots of good options on the market, but one pair consistently wins our tests
These seven essentials will prepare you for most driving mishaps
The short answer? It all depends on what kind of skiing you want to do.
Sometimes your canine friends need a little extra protection
Just in time for ski season, we present the only fitness tools you need to get strong for the slopes
Not all travel mugs are created equal. Pick the wrong one and your coffee will be cold before you reach the ski hill.
Many of us never wax our skis. We鈥檙e either too intimidated or too lazy. That鈥檚 a problem.
5 ways to ensure you land plenty of powder days this season
Last month, REI launched its #Opt国产吃瓜黑料 campaign and announced that it would close on Black Friday. Here are 5 other companies that followed suit鈥攐r beat the big retailer to the punch.
Pro skier Sage Cattabriga-Alosa lets us in on his preseason training hacks
If you have the right gear, there's no excuse to stop training
New designs and better materials mean you should immediately throw out all your cotton boxers
The real fun starts once you get off the grid
Good friends and good whiskey are all you really need for the perfect night around the campfire. But these special touches won't hurt.
What do a carry-on Moscow Mule cocktail kit and a flashlight-size survival tool have in common? They both seem like luxuiries鈥攗ntill you really need 'em.
Snow and wind will do a number on your face and hands. Treat your skin right this season with these seven essential soaps, scrubs, and razors made from all-natural ingredients.
Five essentials to keep you safer, and happier, on the slopes or in the city.聽 (Zeal Optics) Zeal Optics HD2 Goggles Zeal Optics鈥 HD2 goggles聽incorporate a 170-degree high-definition camera that鈥檚 operated by a three-button control on the side of the frame, so you can discreetly capture action…
Whether you need to cut ounces or film backcountry turns, here are four items for charging hard on the slopes
From water to powder to gravel, these four new toys give you extra float鈥攁nd will have you grinning from ear to ear.聽 鈥(Tahoe SUP) Tahoe SUP聽Keep Tahoe Blue Rubicon Paddleboard The crew at Tahoe SUP shaved pounds off the 12-foot聽Keep Tahoe Blue Rubicon paddleboard聽by constructing the core…
Cold weather doesn't mean you have to forgo hard workouts. Keep your edge with these four indoor training tools.
Training Essentials: Gifts for Athletes
Everything鈥攆rom our favorite rugged suitcase to the world's most comfortable shoes鈥攅xcept the lift ticket
We love stocking stuffers, but the big-ticket hero gifts are the ones we really look forward to. Presenting eight splurges to buy鈥攐r maybe just drool over.聽 (Salemtown Board Co.) Salemtown Board Co. Mimosa Oak Cruiser Close to two hundred bucks might feel like a lot to spend on a skateboard,…
Do you long for a remote, snowbound cabin with a real wood-burning stove and flannel on the bed? So do we. This is the gear you need to look the part when the dream becomes a reality.
Show how much you care by attacking your loved ones' taste buds.
Even the dirtiest of dirtbags deserves to clean up nice at the beginning (and end) of the day.
Travel feels the most glamorous when you鈥檙e not physically traveling. So it follows that the nicest thing you could give someone is a way to escape the dreariness of airports, nonreclining seats, and sad airplane food.
Organize your warm-weather gear so it鈥檚 ready to go come spring
Raid your gear shed before this weekend鈥檚 party
From a supercharged light for a GoPro to a bike light that actually keeps you safer, these are our nine favorite little things for the gadget geek in your life.
Camp lights for when you don't have to worry about fast and light
8 essentials to turn your ride into a roving base camp
Most of us will spend a third of our adult lives at a desk. Make the most of that time with these six workout essentials and transform your desk from a shackle into an efficient, flab-busting fitness tool.
It all depends on what you鈥檙e watching and how much you want to spend
No need to mortgage your home to find a solid kit
5 tips to simplify the process
If it鈥檚 next to skin, it had better be good
We break down the science behind these devices and explore which ones will keep you safest
We love bikes, but you鈥檒l see a lot more country on a motorcycle
Essentials to keep 'em entertained and ready to explore
Outfit your base camp鈥攆or less than $160
No arguing, no questions. Just a rock-solid promise the gear will work or your money back.
The peak of the season calls for maximum relaxation (bonus points for style). Here鈥檚 what to keep at the ready for all the best days of the year.
You've had all summer to prefect your grilling skills, so make this event one to remember
We asked Burner veterans for tips. What they suggested will make your stay more pleasant, but no less weird.
Yes, you read that right. We tracked down the best do-anything, go-anywhere sandals, good for so much more than just lounging on the beach.
We stopped seven trekkers passing through Oregon to find out what they couldn't live without on their 2,550-mile journeys
We love these workhorse bags because they鈥檙e so damn useful
Sure, lasts, uppers, and midsoles all matter. But above all, get the ones that feel good.
From survival strategies to kindling tricks to impress your friends, we鈥檒l cover it all so you can make sure you鈥檙e warm and well s鈥檓ores-ed
Take the appropriate precautions so you can concentrate on your ride, not the pain coming from your inner thighs
We give the big outdoor brands a lot of love at OR鈥攁nd for good reason. This year, however, we also wanted to highlight the little guys.
The coolest outdoor toys don't always cost a fortune
If you want clean, safe water in the backcountry, this is the only purifier you should be buying
Don鈥檛 feel like making friends with bears and raccoons? Keep your campsite locked down with these simple tips.
From mountain biking to paddleboarding, your best friend can do it all with a bit of basic training
Commandment #1: Know thy options
There鈥檚 no reason to sacrifice function for fashion. These seven items鈥攆rom the world鈥檚 most versatile shorts to the ultimate koozie鈥攇ive you flexibility to relax, run around, and keep the booze chilled all day long.
Six versatile essentials to help you look and feel your best
Getting into paddling is a good call. Blowing your money on unnecessary gear is not. Here鈥檚 exactly what you need.
Surfski (noun): The fastest, tippiest kayak. If you鈥檙e just getting into the sport, this is the boat for you.
The six swim trunks you should be wearing this summer
Climbers love them, and we ran a half marathon in them to prove that you should, too
Six innovative tools to keep your favorite hiking buddy safe on the trail
If you鈥檝e committed to your first half, you鈥檒l need the right gear. We鈥檝e got you covered.
The best gifts don鈥檛 have to cost a fortune
Pro adventurer dads share their suggestions. (Hint: Rooftop tents, not ties.)
There鈥檚 a whole world out there beyond U.S. borders. If you plan to explore it, you鈥檒l want these things with you.
If you plan to run this summer, you better have a hat. Here are our five favorites.
6 packable products for the tiniest of city apartments
The 7 commandments of shopping for a car-camping shelter
Just because backyard barbecue season is here doesn鈥檛 mean it鈥檚 time to break out the Solo cups. It鈥檚 time to upgrade.
Picking up a new sport? Repurposing these five items will save you some dough.
With Memorial Day unofficially ushering in summer, it鈥檚 time to break out the grill and car-camping gear and hit the road
You don鈥檛 have to cross an ocean for travel to become a major hassle. Like an overseas journey, flying domestic is easier if you have the right stuff.
Freedom on the open roads: What more can you ask for? Here are 10 pieces of gear to prep your adventure-ready rig for whatever you decide to throw at it.
After a day in the woods, you deserve a place to sit comfortably.
The trick to choosing the right boat? Think hard about where鈥攁nd how鈥攜ou'll use it.