Outside Gear

09/06/2026

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.

09/06/2026

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.

09/06/2026

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.

09/05/2026

The Ultimate Trail Running Kit

Any terrain, any conditions. The Brooks Cascadia Collection is designed to help you run better and more comfortably wherever the trail takes you.

09/05/2026

The company's founder will return in November after four years away from day-to-day operations of the brand.

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09/05/2026

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.

09/05/2026

We Took the New Rivian R2 Off-Roading in Utah, and It Begs You to Drive Fast

With hands-free highway driving for the commute and up to 656 horsepower for the trail, the new Rivian R2 blends futuristic tech with old-school dirt-road thrills.

09/04/2026

I've Found Most Gear Upgrades Are Just Bells and Whistles, But These 3 Actually Made a Huge Difference

New mountain bike tires, a lightweight fiberglass SUP paddle, and new running shoes have elevated my outdoor experience without breaking the bank. Read more in the comments.

New mountain bike tires, a lightweight fiberglass SUP paddle, and new running shoes have elevated my outdoor experience without breaking the bank.

09/03/2026

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.