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Tips from a pro on how to keep your outdoor kitchen operating flawlessly
There's romance in practicality—as long the present arrives on time
8 new running headlamps reviewed, with options for every preference: from forehead to waist to handheld.
It's an upgrade on my previous favorite, the Iota, and my new go-to for backpacking and trail running
From tech gadgets to apparel upgrades, some of our best-reviewed gear make great presents.
In an excerpt from her new book, 'Nerve: Adventures in the Science of Fear,' Outside correspondent Eva Holland is paralyzed by fear while hiking down from an ice climb. The experience catalyzes a quest to understand and overcome her acrophobia.
The gear and the skills you need to get home safely
We cover the necessities, plus a few extras and friendly pointers
Busting people for their style miscues is a beloved pastime in outdoor communities. But in the Instagram era, the practice has us sadly all dressing the same.
We know a serious sale when we see one
You don't need to spend a fortune to get a bright light with good features. Here are our top picks under $20.
Weighing less than two ounces, the Bindi is perfect for anyone who wants an ultralight solution for pre-dawn or post-sundown winter runs.
Embracing fringe season means preparing for everything
Skip the crowds in Yosemite Valley and head for higher ground in Tuolumne Meadows
See and be seen on evening runs, rides, and hikes
Headlamps are underrated yet vital gear for living on the road
From $25 to $200, these three lights rose to the top of our testing
From Yucca Productions and Black Crows Skis Nocta features skiers Bruno Compagnet and Layla Jean Kerley as the shred night laps illuminated by headlamp.
Improved technology means you don't have to spend a lot to get a great light
A fire starter that's very nearly windproof and works almost anywhere, anytime
The thing is tiny, reliable, and could very well save your ass
Still don't know what to get dad? We've got you covered.
The technology behind these camp essentials recently got a lot better. Time to upgrade.
5 cool new products from Outdoor Retailer that won't break the bank
From a supercharged light for a GoPro to a bike light that actually keeps you safer, these are our nine favorite little things for the gadget geek in your life.
Running to work is hard, especially when you have to contend with cold weather, poor visibility, and icy roads. On those days, your gear matters.
19 essentials designed to keep you alive
First things first: your pack will be heavier. You’ll be packing more food, fuel, and layers. As for shelter, if you’re not expecting high winds or heavy snowfall, you probably don’t need to upgrade to a four-season tent; a sturdy (read: not ultralight or mostly mesh) three-season model should see you through.
Headlamps, flashlights, and lanterns keep getting lighter, brighter, and smarter. Here are our picks for everything from bike commuting to car camping, including the 75-lumen Black Diamond Sprinter with a USB-chargeable lithium battery, the 200-lumen Apex headlamp, and the simple 130-lumen Energizer High Intensity LED flashlight.
My reliable (but old) headlamp just quit, and I need to find a good replacement for nighttime runs. What do you suggest?
What are your ten favorite pieces of outdoor gear from the past ten years?
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Light and Motion Solite 150 headlamp.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Energizer Triple Beam LED.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Black Diamond Storm headlamp.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Princeton Tec Byte headlamp.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Brunton RL 6 headlamp.
Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Princeton Tec Byte Headlamp.
What's a good headlamp for mountain biking on singletrack at night? Brightness is obviously important but battery life (especially in freezing temperatures) is my priority. Ian Hayward, WI
What's the ultimate Christmas gift for a survival nut? The Editors Santa Fe, NM
Rainbow Bright The Multi Color’s main LED has three light-level settings and four smaller, colored bulbs (two red, two blue) that are more useful than you’d think. Their muted glow preserves your night vision, whether you’re up late stargazing or tying on a predawn fly. 4 oz;…
Night Hiker You can preset your favorite three brightness levels from a menu of ten. And, thanks to an internal regulator, the Myo RXP burns bright right up until its indicator light says it’s time to change the batteries. But the reason we took it to Rainier? Whiz-bang features aside,…
Simple and Sturdy Basic, tough, reliable—for most testers, the water-resistant Remix had all the qualities they wanted in a headlamp. There’s one big LED when you need a focused beam of light (like when you’re looking for the outhouse) and three smaller LEDs for less precise tasks (like reading or…
Tough Guy It’s a little bit shorter-lived than similarly bright headlamps (1.5 hours at its 100-lumen max), but it’s also much more durable. That’s because, while most lights are housed in plastic, the Saint Minimus is made of hard-anodized aluminum. It’s also waterproof, and the light setting is easy to…
You’ll often leave before sunrise to make a summit push. Pack this small, light LED headlamp, which has two settings: a floodlight for illuminating the trail and a beam for long-distance (150 feet) spotting. princetontec.com…
From game-changing new materials (like moisture-wicking cotton) to evolutionary leaps in engineering (like a rotating helmet for extreme crashes), the avant-garde of 21st-century gear has just one thing in common: a total disregard for the status quo.
There's the gear you want, and there's the gear you need. After much internal debate, we present the 25 products every guy should own.