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Rule number one? Resist the urge to overcomplicate things.
From stink-proof bags to double-duty sneaks, essential gear for working out on the road
Your first line of defense against sweat, abrasion, and funk
Noso’s Kelli Jones is building an outdoor business while reducing waste, one scrap of nylon at a time
Plus dos and don’ts for scoring great deals on used equipment
Know what can be solved with a patch job and what's a lost cause
It’s time to trade that puffy for a short-sleeved shirt and floral-patterned shoes
From layers to shades, here’s what to take with you to prepare for rain or shine
The retailer put forth new standards for environmental and social responsibility. How effective will they be?
Six athletes on their favorite no-fuss bottoms for the trail and gym
Durable materials and touch of stretch make these the comfiest belts around
Thoughtful design and technical chops are not mutually exclusive
The North Face's newest running tights use eye-tricking patterns to make women look taller and slimmer. Do they work?
The White House didn't include outdoor apparel or gear on its 58-page list of taxed Chinese imports, but that could change
These pants prove that performance materials can look good too
Last week, camouflage brand Realtree sued West, alleging he ripped off one of its patterns for his Yeezy apparel line. But an oak-leaf print is an oak-leaf print, right?
What does this mean for U.S. consumers?
Because men's style doesn’t have to be expensive
Flourfund purchased the recently shuttered wool-apparel brand and plans to revamp its direct-to-consumer sales
These brands are more likely to offer inclusive sizes, cuts for multiple body types, and innovative products for lady-specific needs
Don’t overlook this crucial piece of your wardrobe
Comfortable, practical—and, yes, they actually keep you warm
Customers now have one year to return a product—and must bring in a receipt
Strafe solved the biggest problem with ski bibs for women: an easy way to answer nature's call
From a performance-minded midlayer to an apres statement piece
My new favorite gloves cost $20 and are lightweight, durable, waterproof, and breathable
This new female-founded outerwear company has a vendetta against girly colors
Supporting your local gear companies doesn't have to break the bank
Get the formula right and you'll never have to resort to the treadmill again
A new sleepwear company is on a mission to improve women's sleep using the same material gear companies have relied on for years
There's a dearth of high-performance, heavy duty work gear out there. Patagonia and glove-maker Tougher are trying to change that.
Corporate acquisitions and a challenging retail climate could alter the price and personality of the industry’s biggest wool-apparel brands
As mountain towns in the West struggle with the soaring cost of real estate, tiny Stowe, Vermont, remains an affordable bastion of outdoor living. It’s a place where ski bums aren’t an endangered species, good food and beer are plentiful, and everyone puts a premium on playing outside. Welcome home.
It’s amazing what a little bit of stretch can do
After a summer of running and biking, we came away impressed with this option for 36Ds and smaller
Gear to get you out the door with lunch and a few spare lenses
REI’s winter sale features excellent products at rock-bottom prices
Stocking stuffers, anyone? REI's winter sale can help with everything from gloves and goggles to knives and boot heaters.
Treat yourself this holiday season with some new gear from REI's seasonal sale
Live in Portland, Oregon? These two items deserve a permanent place in your everyday kit. (Courtesy Fjallraven) Fjällräven Sörmland Crew Sweater ($150) Cushy lamb’s wool makes Fjällräven’s Sörmland Crew sweater buttery soft, while ribbed cuffs and hem keep out winter’s chill. But let’s be honest, we dig it for its…
For the ladies who play hard and après even harder. (Courtesy Toad&Co) Toad&Co Dakotah Long Sleeve Travel Shirt ($69) We’re now firmly in the era of performance plaid. The polyester-wool blend of Toad&Co’s Dakotah Long Sleeve Travel shirt dries quickly if you work up a sweat and has nicely accommodating stretch,…
Clothes for work and play when temperatures dip. (Courtesy Burton) Burton AK BK Lite Insulator Jacket ($250) The Burton AK BK Lite Insulator jacket is a streetworthy layer with technical features. Constructed from water-resistant ripstop and plush down, it packs away in its own pocket.
A scarf can seem like an uninspired holiday present—like giving Dad a tie on Father’s Day. But the Krochet Kids Camden ($48) is different. A supremely soft, acrylic-alpaca-blend piece, it spruces up any outfit and has a great backstory. The SoCal brand pays seamstresses in Uganda and Peru a living…