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The Oko Living yoga rug is like a portable personal gym
These fun, functional shorts cover all my outdoor adventure needs in unique style
My favorite two-piece swimsuits designed for active women of any age
My family and I took six different sun protection hoodies to the Costa Rican jungle. Here’s how they shook out.
I got my Dovetail overalls for volunteer work at a goat farm. They are so comfortable and protective, they inspire me to do all sorts of labor.
Six camping blankets that provide comfort and versatile warmth
We put over 130 running shoes through thousands of miles of long runs, speed workouts, races, and daily jaunts. These 19 emerged as the best.
Plush, with surprising pep, the updated Nike Vomero is our new go-to training shoe
Looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas? Why not support one of these brands founded by moms?
Adventure gear and skills give you an advantage when conquering the challenges of a crowded amusement park
My portable, sit-anywhere Crazy Creek chair helps me optimize my time, energy, and comfort whether I’m sport-spectating or adventuring
We put more than 150 trail shoes through hundreds of miles of rocky singletrack, sandy paths, and muddy forests. These 18 emerged as the best.
Our columnist, an ex-adventure racer, interviews the athlete portrayed in the movie to find out
We weigh the pros and cons of using a bladder, soft flasks, and water bottles to carry while running
Challenging myself is always fulfilling, and my new gear has invigorated me this winter
With more waterproof, cold-resistant, and snow-gripping running shoe models than ever, there’s no excuse to stick to the treadmill this winter
It was a banged-up pair of demo skis that taught me how to Nordic ski—and embrace the humbling process of learning a new sport
Your favorite cold-weather layer has a microfiber shedding problem and needs some extra attention
Paired with a convertible dumbbell/barbell, I have all the weights I need
As an avid runner, I didn't know what to do with myself once trails became buried under snow. Then I discovered running snowshoes.
An empty cup comes full of dreams, and so do these other small-price-tag gift ideas
These shoes provide the best ride on all segments of my pavement-to-path-to-singletrack loop
We put thousands of road miles on more than 70 new running shoes. These seven emerged as the best.
Our columnist tested 13 T-shirts for running, sleeping, hiking, and more. These three came out on top.
How can something that looks so dorky perform so well? Our writer attempts to find out.
Our tester sacrifices her teeth to find out
Three life lessons from a teenage make-out over a bonfire
They taste great and make post-workout nutrition a breeze
Some experienced surfers might scoff at them, but these user-friendly soft-tops are the best wave-riding gateway drug
Fifty years from now, we might be walking the Grand Canyon’s valley floor instead of running rapids down a healthy river
As a veteran gear tester, here’s the apparel that helps me conquer heat and humidity—and lets me focus on the finish line, not what I’m wearing
Hint: It’s not a yes or no answer—it’s about having options
These off-road-ready supershoes provide pop while adapting to tippy terrain
Jean-Luc Diard, cofounder of Hoka, has been innovating in the outdoor world for decades, and he’s not done yet
I’ve tried dozens of hot-weather tops, shorts, glasses, and hats over the years. Here are my favorites.
The practice of adventure racing can satisfy a deep-rooted need to strategize and push one’s physical limits. For this writer, it also gave her an unshakeable feeling of escape.
The athleisure brand debuts an off-road shoe that is as versatile as its fashionable apparel
These bargain picks cost half as much as top-end supershoes, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be super in them
We put the brand’s fit tool—and the shoes’ runabilty—to the test
Brooks’s innovative Aurora BL gives your feet both comfort and freedom
New studies confirm that spending time outside can ease physical symptoms
Skip the dozen roses and expensive dinner out. With these 11 ideas under $100, give each other the gift of adventure instead.
Runner, 24, discusses his victorious effort on the reality show, and the hurdles he’s overcome as a transgender athlete
After testing trail-running kits from dozens of brands in an array of nasty conditions, I’ve found my favorite pieces
I signed up for the On Cyclon subscription running-shoe service and get a perfectly clean new pair every three months
I tested apparel from fifteen brands in all kinds of conditions. Here are my eight favorite pieces for autumn trail runs.
The brand intends to win over prospective customers with an astonishingly wide range of sizes
We ran in ten new supershoes and compared their feel and ride so you can narrow your search for the model that best fits your stride and preferences
Mentorship programs like P1440 and Voice in Sport are helping young athletes connect with a more experienced cohort who can guide them through a wide range of challenges
Eight picks for pounding pavement
This shoe brings carbon-plated speed to the masses
Kicks for logging tarmac miles
These rugged runners love to rally
The Speedland SL:PDX might just change how runners think about their equipment
This year’s fastest kicks for every kind of terrain
These models will help you push your speed limits
5 run-centric places ideal for relocating.
Make quick work of messy terrain
Kicks for getting faster, from race day to recovery jog
Pro runner Max King offers tips, tricks, and helpful perspective.
Strategy and smarts will get you through it.
The organization marks its five-year anniversary this month.
Take to the woods with functional features and style.
The climate organization isn’t just about winter. Here’s why—and how—to make a difference.
Off-road running is hard. These five smartly designed gear items make it easier.
Doing the work of even the smallest maintenance exercises does wonders for both body and mind.
Scandinavian cross-country ski heritage brings technical know-how to running apparel.
Why gliding on two planks is good for you, and which style is best.
There’s more to running life than PRs and finishing placements. It’s time to chase a new goal.
Let's get lost
On skinny skis, access to socially distant outdoors time is easy. But picking out the right gear isn't.
The traction, stability, and protection will arm you for adventure.
We reviewed six traction devices for snowy trails.
Don’t let a little weather keep you from the trails this winter.
Here are the best human- and dog-tested accessories that make running trails together easy, comfortable, and fun.
An exclusive interview with the 2018 cross-country gold medalist.
Faster splits and higher summits are just around the corner
These four simple steps can help you optimize your cool down to recover and return to the trail refreshed and faster than ever.
Here's how to stay safe when trail running in bear country — five encounter scenarios and how to react to each.
From before your run, to during, to after…We tested the goods.