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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

Gear

I'm a Runner Who Also Paddleboards, Camps, and Coaches Volleyball. These Are the 3 Shorts I Wear for All of It.

These are the shorts I wear when one pair needs to do it all.

Lisa JhungAugust 19, 2026

Gear News

REI, Backcountry, and Patagonia Are All Having Sales at Once. Here's What to Buy.

Stock up on backpacking and hiking gear for less with these late-summer sales.

Drew ZieffAugust 18, 2026

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

Cars & Trucks

Most Tire Repair Kits Can't Fix a Sidewall Tear—We Tested This One to See If It Actually Does.

Gluetread’s sidewall kit patches tire gashes that would otherwise leave you stranded.

Jakob SchillerAugust 12, 2026

Wellness

I Get Eaten Alive by Mosquitoes. This Tiny Heat Device Burns My Skin but Stops the Itch.

The Beurer BR60 is a remote-like device that zaps heat onto the skin surrounding a bug bite. It feels a little bit like torture—but a good kind of torture that keeps me from scratching all night.

Kristen GeilAugust 11, 20264

Gear News

Nano Puff Jackets, Baggies, and Black Hole Duffels—Patagonia's Most Iconic Gear Is Up to 40% Off Right Now

Patagonia’s huge summer sale is going down now, and you can save 40% off hundreds of products, from sun shirts and shells to packs and provisions.

Drew ZieffAugust 11, 2026

Running

The 8 Best Podiatrist-Recommended Minimalist Running Shoes, Tested By a Shoe Expert

Our senior running editor recommends eight low-cushion road and trail running shoes that will set you free and strengthen your feet.

Jonathan BeverlyAugust 10, 2026

Gear News

Backcountry's Summer Sale Is a Banger, With Up to 70% Off Outdoor Gear

We handpicked the best deals in outerwear, footwear, camping gear, and travel gear to help you whittle down your shopping cart.

Kristen GeilAugust 7, 2026

Gear News

From Toddler Snowsuits to College Backpacks: 18 Back-to-School Deals for Every Kid on Your List

Whether you’re the parent of an elementary schooler or a college student, these 18 back-to-school bargains are worth checking out.

Drew ZieffAugust 4, 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

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

Running

We Tested $100 Versions of Top Running Shoes. Here's What We Found Out.

Not all good running shoes have to put a huge dent in your wallet.

Lisa JhungJuly 30, 2026

Running

The New Wave of High-Tech Running Shirts Is Here. Do They Actually Work Better Than a Classic Tee?

We field- and lab-tested three running shirts with advanced cooling tech against our favorite “normal” workout tee.

Jakob SchillerJuly 30, 20263

Apparel

The $500 Jacket We Called ‘Regrettably Worth It’ Is 40 Percent Off

It's the biggest discount we'll see until Black Friday.

Kristen GeilJuly 27, 20261

Gear

River Trips Get Pricey Fast—These Under-$50 Gear Picks Keep My Budget in Check

You don't need to spend thousands of dollars or buy all new gear to be comfortable on a river trip—my packing list is proof.

Sierra ShaferJuly 30, 2026

Water Sports

I Inflated This Fishing Kayak in 8 Minutes—And It Surprisingly Paddles Like a Hard-Shell Boat

The Argo Aero is compact, lightweight, and easy to inflate but feels more like a hardshell boat in more ways than one.

Francesca KrempaJuly 24, 2026

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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.

I'm a Runner Who Also Paddleboards, Camps, and Coaches Volleyball. These Are the 3 Shorts I Wear for All of It.

REI, Backcountry, and Patagonia Are All Having Sales at Once. Here's What to Buy.

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

Most Tire Repair Kits Can't Fix a Sidewall Tear—We Tested This One to See If It Actually Does.

I Get Eaten Alive by Mosquitoes. This Tiny Heat Device Burns My Skin but Stops the Itch.

Nano Puff Jackets, Baggies, and Black Hole Duffels—Patagonia's Most Iconic Gear Is Up to 40% Off Right Now

The 8 Best Podiatrist-Recommended Minimalist Running Shoes, Tested By a Shoe Expert

Backcountry's Summer Sale Is a Banger, With Up to 70% Off Outdoor Gear

From Toddler Snowsuits to College Backpacks: 18 Back-to-School Deals for Every Kid on Your List

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.

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

We Tested $100 Versions of Top Running Shoes. Here's What We Found Out.

The New Wave of High-Tech Running Shirts Is Here. Do They Actually Work Better Than a Classic Tee?

The $500 Jacket We Called ‘Regrettably Worth It’ Is 40 Percent Off

River Trips Get Pricey Fast—These Under-$50 Gear Picks Keep My Budget in Check

I Inflated This Fishing Kayak in 8 Minutes—And It Surprisingly Paddles Like a Hard-Shell Boat

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