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The Arc'teryx Hiking Boot Our Editors Recommend to Everyone Is 30% Off Right Now

The versatile hiking boot was a crowd favorite in our testing, and right now, it's under $150.

Kristen GeilSeptember 11, 2026

Apparel

This $1,200 Arc'teryx Hardshell Might Be the Last Jacket You Ever Buy—Literally

The Sperro SV marks Arc’teryx’s entry into the circular economy, and its thoughtful details are designed to turn customers into custodians. It's also really expensive. Do the benefits match the price tag?

Kristen GeilSeptember 7, 2026

Running

5 Fresh Trail Running Shoe Drops We're Copping in September

Our lead shoe tester details the shoe releases he’s most looking forward to this month.

Cory SmithSeptember 6, 2026

Running

The Fastest Shoes at UTMB Were Full of Surprises. We Break It Down

The 2026 UTMB podiums were full of brands that don't usually get this kind of attention. Our expert shoe tester looks at what the top 10 men and women wore and gives his hands-on testing notes.

Cory SmithSeptember 4, 2026

Running

5 Pieces of Trail Running Gear We Love From a Norwegian Brand You've Probably Never Heard Of

After nearly a century of outfitting expeditions from Everest to the North Pole, Norrøna is gaining traction on the trails.

Dean StattmannSeptember 4, 2026

Biking

I Signed Up for My First Gravel Race With No Idea What I Was Doing. This Gear Saved Me.

A $1,000 bike, flat-soled shoes, and nine other pieces of gear that got a nervous first-timer through 34 miles of Michigan farmland.

Erica ZazoSeptember 3, 20261

Water Sports

This $179 Paddleboard Discount Won't Last Past Labor Day

We took Bote's Wulf for a spin in Lake Tahoe, and this SUP is perfect for beginners looking to get into the water. It's also heavily discounted during Bote's Labor Day sale.

Drew ZieffSeptember 2, 2026

Gear News

17 Epic Labor Day Deals, From Half-Off Trail Trail Shoes to $1,200 Off a Mountain Bike

Save up to 67% off during these handpicked Labor Day sales from REI, Evo, and more.

Drew ZieffSeptember 1, 2026

Gear News

He Spent His Career Selling Polyester Gear. Now He Wants to Recycle It.

Reju is developing a process that separates polyester from blended fabrics and turns it back into material for new clothes—like base layers, fleeces, and shells.

Amelia ArvesenAugust 31, 2026

Running

Your Road Running Gear Will Fail You on the Trail. Here's What to Replace First.

Trail running is booming. Before you follow the crowd into the woods, you need new gear. Here's what's most important.

Cory SmithAugust 29, 2026

Running

I Was Skeptical of Carbon-Plated Trail Shoes. The New Hokas Changed My Mind.

Hoka’s new Tecton X 4 was engineered to win one of the world's hardest races. After weeks of trail-testing, I found it delivers real speed—even for slower runners like me.

Will PorterAugust 26, 2026

Running

We've Tested Dozens of New Shoes in 2026. Here Are the 8 Worth Buying.

From major upgrades to classic trainers to high-tech trail shoes, these top road and trail models stand out from the rest this year.

The Editors of Outside RunAugust 22, 2026

Running

The Ultimate Gear List for Turning Trail Runs Into Fastpacking Trips

Fastpacking is just backpacking at trail-running speed—but the right gear makes all the difference. Here's what to pack, from packs to shelters to shoes.

Will PorterAugust 21, 2026

Running

Are Waistbelts Better than Hydration Vests for Trail Running? I Wore Them Both to Find Out.

Trail runners have long relied on vests to carry water and essentials. But a new generation of waistbelts is entering the scene, proving that taking the weight off your shoulders could completely change how you move.

Lisa JhungAugust 19, 20262

Camping

From Yeti to Igloo, These 15 Coolers Are Seriously on Sale Right Now

Hunting for a cooler? Check out these 15 radical bargains and make the most of end-of-summer sales.

Drew ZieffAugust 14, 2026

Water Sports

I Have Permanent Tan Lines From Testing River Shoes All Summer. Here's What Made the Cut.

Whether you're floating a desert canyon or a cold mountain river, these five river-tested shoes solve every river trip need, from rowing and side hikes to relaxing around camp.

Sierra ShaferAugust 4, 2026

Gear News

I'm Too Old for Lollapalooza. I'm Not Too Old to Judge Gen Z's Gear Choices.

Was I at a music festival, or an endurance event? Maybe both.

Kristen GeilAugust 3, 20265

Running

This Waitlist-Only Running Vest Is Back In Stock—Here's Why We Loved It

Thanks to innovative features and sturdy construction, the Raide LF 5L Vest is becoming my new go-to for racing and long days on the trail.

Will PorterAugust 19, 20261

Biking

These 5 Commuter E-Bikes Make Driving Almost Obsolete

Gas is expensive. Ditch your car and ride one of these e-bikes to work or run errands.

Josh PattersonJuly 31, 2026

Water Sports

I Tested a $5,500 E-Kayak to See If It's Worth the Money

I paddled down the Chicago River to see if this $5,500 e-kayak is worth the splurge. Here’s my take, along with several cheaper alternatives.

Erica ZazoAugust 6, 2026

2026 Gear

Latest Stories

The Arc'teryx Hiking Boot Our Editors Recommend to Everyone Is 30% Off Right Now

This $1,200 Arc'teryx Hardshell Might Be the Last Jacket You Ever Buy—Literally

5 Fresh Trail Running Shoe Drops We're Copping in September

The Fastest Shoes at UTMB Were Full of Surprises. We Break It Down

5 Pieces of Trail Running Gear We Love From a Norwegian Brand You've Probably Never Heard Of

I Signed Up for My First Gravel Race With No Idea What I Was Doing. This Gear Saved Me.

This $179 Paddleboard Discount Won't Last Past Labor Day

17 Epic Labor Day Deals, From Half-Off Trail Trail Shoes to $1,200 Off a Mountain Bike

He Spent His Career Selling Polyester Gear. Now He Wants to Recycle It.

Your Road Running Gear Will Fail You on the Trail. Here's What to Replace First.

I Was Skeptical of Carbon-Plated Trail Shoes. The New Hokas Changed My Mind.

We've Tested Dozens of New Shoes in 2026. Here Are the 8 Worth Buying.

The Ultimate Gear List for Turning Trail Runs Into Fastpacking Trips

Are Waistbelts Better than Hydration Vests for Trail Running? I Wore Them Both to Find Out.

From Yeti to Igloo, These 15 Coolers Are Seriously on Sale Right Now

I Have Permanent Tan Lines From Testing River Shoes All Summer. Here's What Made the Cut.

I'm Too Old for Lollapalooza. I'm Not Too Old to Judge Gen Z's Gear Choices.

This Waitlist-Only Running Vest Is Back In Stock—Here's Why We Loved It

These 5 Commuter E-Bikes Make Driving Almost Obsolete

I Tested a $5,500 E-Kayak to See If It's Worth the Money

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