In an age of smartwatches and timepieces dedicated to helping us train better it can be extremely difficult to decide on a watch to wear during your running workouts. Many of those devices are overly complicated and expensive, and often come with a wide variety of features we don’t want or need. To address this … Read more
Under Armour Fat Tire Govie: If you live in the eastern half of the U.S., chance are you know that winter has arrived with a vengeance. Cold conditions have struck the country, and the so-called “bomb cyclone” has dropped plenty of snow and ice on the New England states, bringing high winds and nasty conditions … Read more
A good pair of winter boots is essential for our outdoor activities during the snowier months of the year, but even the best footwear can struggle to maintain traction on slick surfaces covered in snow and ice. Thankfully, you can always add a pair of Yaktrax to your gear closet to help you maintain your … Read more
Salewa MS Ultra Flex Mid: If you’ve been searching for an excellent hiking shoe for your light and fast adventures, your quest might be over. The new MS Ultra Flex Mid GTX from Salewa has everything that fast packers could ask for, wrapped up in a slick-looking package that delivers a high level of performance … Read more
Lowa Aerox GTX Mid: Hikers looking for a lightweight, athletic boot that provides plenty of protection and performance on the trail are going to absolutely love the new Aerox GTX Mid Surround from Lowa. Comfortable and nimble, these boots will redefine the way you think about your hiking footwear performance, particularly in warmer environments. Lowa … Read more
Everyone knows that a good sleeping bag is key to getting a good night’s rest in the backcountry, but not everyone acknowledges the role that a sleeping pad plays as well. Without a proper sleeping pad in your arsenal of gear, you end up camped on the rough ground, which can be extremely uncomfortable in … Read more
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT: There has never been a better time for explorers and adventurers to embark on cold weather excursions. While I know many people are immediately turned off by the idea of venturing out into the cold, the gear that we have at our disposal these days does an amazing job at keeping us warm … Read more
Ask any outdoor athlete and they’ll tell you that a good hydration pack is one of the most important pieces of gear that you can take with you on the trail. Whether you’re hiking, trail running, mountain biking, or taking part in some other aerobic activity, being able to keep a steady flow of fluids … Read more
Asics Dynamis Running Shoe: The Boa Lacing System has been around for several years now, delivering a unique way to keep our boots and shoes locked into place without using traditional shoelaces. The system first debuted in snowboard boots more than a decade ago, and since then, it has made its way into a variety … Read more
Gregory Citro 25 Daypack: One of the most competitive segments of the outdoor industry is, without a doubt, the daypack market. There are literally dozens of companies that make daypacks, many of which are quite good. To stand out in such a competitive field, usually, a company has to do something extraordinary to capture day … Read more
