SUP Guide 2021: Our Favorite Boards
[ad_1] If you haven’t yet dipped your toes into standup paddleboarding, it’s the perfect time to do it. The SUP category is exploding, and there’s a range of models for all skill levels and even specific activities, like fishing and long-distance touring. Most models prioritize stability and sturdiness, so you’re not toppling at […]
Best Daypacks for Hauling Your Gear on the Trail
[ad_1] For a simple way to get outside, nothing tops a good hike. But unless you’re just taking a quick stroll, you’ll want to bring a few essentials along, like a water bottle, snacks, and maybe even a can of beer for the summit. An extra layer, like a rain shell, is also a good […]
Spring Camping Gear for Every Adventure
[ad_1] As weather warms and the melt begins, it’s time to start getting oriented back outdoors—or at least to find new ways of creating outdoor space beyond the worn winter boundaries of your pandemic bubble. When rounding out your spring camping kit, advances in materials and design are only yielding lighter, higher-performing equipment when ounces […]
Best Camp Kitchen Gear for Backpacking
[ad_1] When you think of eating meals in the backcountry, your mind probably conjures up images of hardened rice and noodles, clumpy spice packets, and dehydrated flecks of meat, all made barely edible with boiling water. It’s not exactly what your stomach is growling for after a long day spent hiking to your campsite. But […]
The Best Ultralight Waders (And Gear) for Backcountry Fly-Fishing Trips
[ad_1] Most fly-fishermen aren’t known for being minimalists. Your typical bug-thrower heads to the stream with about 800 flies, a net with magnetic release, vest with 46 pockets, stack of six spools of tippet, gadgets and gewgaws bursting out of their waterproof pack, and full sun protection with a hat, neck gaiter, and sunglasses (with […]
7 Ideal (and Eco-Friendly) Outdoor Gear Items
[ad_1] Manufacturers like Patagonia have been at the forefront of the movement to create sustainable, eco-conscious businesses. Now, many other outdoor gear and apparel brands are following suit. Having just rung in Earth Day, and heading into a summer with an anticipated increase in outdoor-rec users, it’s time to gear up and discover new outdoor […]
Car Camping Guide: Essential Gear for Sleeping
[ad_1] My husband calls me the CEO of sleeping because I can doze off anywhere, from a king size hotel bed to the middle of the woods. But my best nights of sleep by far have been while car camping in our converted ProMaster camper van. It’s a testament to just how cozy we made […]
Best Sport Watches for Training Outdoors
[ad_1] Whether you’re running mountain trails or riding waves, today’s sport watches can give you a wealth of data on current conditions and your performance (and they’ll keep you from getting lost). Tide and swell information for beaches around the world? Check. A notification every time you complete a mile? Check. Reverse GPS that automatically […]
Best Coolers Guide: Top Picks for Summer 2021
[ad_1] It doesn’t matter if you’re on a boat, at the beach, in a backyard, or at a campsite, a great cooler is the MVP of summer hangouts. There’s a broad range of options to choose from, so finding the best coolers to meet your needs can be tricky. And let’s be honest, nobody is […]
10 Best Workout Shorts for Men 2021
[ad_1] From headbands to carbon fiber-equipped running shoes, there’s no shortage of fitness gear claiming to boost your athletic performance. While many products’ supposed benefits are just marketing bluster, some fitness attire really does make a difference. Workout shorts are definitely one of those items. When you’re in the middle of a tough […]
