Reviews

2025 Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance Is a Worthy All-Electric Flagship

The 2025 EX90 will be Volvo’s first battery-electric vehicle to hit the North American market. We got behind the wheel to find out what it’s…

Written by Paul Eisenstein September 03, 2024

Workhorse Softshell Ski Pants: Outdoor Research Cirque III Review

Outdoor Research refined the fit and increased the versatility of the acclaimed Men’s Cirque III pants for skiers and alpine climbers.

Written by Bergen Tjossem September 02, 2024

Smith Optics Wander Sunglasses Review: The Harmonic Convergence of Fashion and Function

With women’s sunglasses, style and performance don’t always go hand in hand, but the Smith Optics Wander manages to gracefully combine the two.

Written by Rebecca Parsons September 02, 2024

An Ultralight Tent Without the Ultralight Tradeoffs: NEMO Hornet OSMO 3P Tent Review

The semi-freestanding NEMO Hornet OSMO is very light, but it doesn’t sacrifice livability, storm protection, or the little details.

Written by Bergen Tjossem August 30, 2024

Sharp, Strong, and AEB-L: Dauntless Hot and Ready Work Knife Review

Forged from AEB-L stainless steel, the Dauntless Hot and Ready Work Knife V1 is a compact, workhorse for everyday use and carry.

Written by Nick LeFort August 29, 2024

Thousand Chapter MIPS Helmet Review: A Stylish and Protective Commuting Solution

The Thousand Chapter MIPS successfully blends style, protection, and features for bike commuters.

Written by Will Porter August 29, 2024

This Adventure-Worthy Moto Costs Less Than Your Mountain Bike: Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Review

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 launched late last week, and our Powersports editor rode it in the mountains of Utah for this first ride review.

Written by Seiji Ishii August 28, 2024

Luxury Camp Kitchen: Gerber ComplEat Cookset Review

Gerber is known for its knives, but it dove into the camp cooking market with the ComplEat Cookset and a series of other kitchenware that…

Written by Will Brendza August 28, 2024

Quiver of One for Soft Snow: Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition Review

The 2024/25 Elan Ripstick Black Edition proved to be a playful, forgiving all-mountain ski for off-piste exploration.

Written by Justin Park August 28, 2024

Sun Ninja Tent Review: Easily Portable, Versatile Sun Protection

The unique Sun Ninja Tent is a beach canopy that stands out for its portability and versatility.

Written by Hannah Haas August 26, 2024

BeerJunkie: Oskar Blues Brewery ‘Dale’s Pale Ale’ Review

Paul Pabst heads west to try one of Colorado’s staple independent brews — the first craft beer ever put in a can!

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 23, 2024

The Best Flashlights of 2024

We tested the best flashlights for 2024 with options for every budget. Top picks include Fenix, ThruNite, and more!

Written by Sean McCoy August 22, 2024

Big Play. Big Work. Big Machine: 2024 Polaris XPEDITION ADV 5 NorthStar UTV Review

The Polaris XPEDITION ADV 5 NorthStar is clearly designed for adventure but is more than capable of doing the tough stuff.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 20, 2024

DOXA SUB 300 Sharkhunter Review: Seaworthy Bling for Divers and Landlubbers

The DOXA SUB 300 Sharkhunter is an eye-catching, effective dive watch with a unique look.

Written by Sean McCoy August 20, 2024

This Pocket Knife Is Nearly Unbeatable: Kershaw Bel Air Review

Kershaw’s made-in-USA, ultra-thin, MagnaCut Bel Air folding knife is even better in practice than it is on paper.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene August 20, 2024

Fitness Tracking and Geographic ‘Sound Zones’ Impress: Sennheiser MOMENTUM Sport Earbuds Review

The Sennheiser MOMENTUM fitness earbuds do a lot more than just play music with high-fidelity sound — they’re also accurate fitness tracking devices that pair with…

Written by Nick LeFort August 19, 2024

Rod, Reel, and MagnaCut Steel: MKC x Huk Flathead Fillet Knife Review

A little cerakote on your boat, a little magnacut in your tacklebox: The Flathead Fillet is likely the last fillet knife you’ll ever have to…

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 17, 2024

Sure-Footed, 4-Season AT Tire: Yokohama Geolander AT G015 Long-Term Review

After 3.5 years and 48,408 miles of driving on the Yokohama Geolander AT G015 we’re impressed. Here’s why.

Written by Bruce Smith August 16, 2024

Don’t Fear the Spine-Fire: Benchmade Shootout OTF Is an Awesome Auto EDC

I had plenty of reservations about automatic knives. Imagine my surprise when I learned the Benchmade Shootout OTF is an awesome EDC.

Written by Nick LeFort August 14, 2024

Move Over, GRIGRI — The Edelrid Pinch Is the New Belay Device in Town

The Edelrid Pinch is a much-anticipated assisted braking belay device. Read our review to see why it’s our climbing editor’s first choice.

Written by Seiji Ishii August 13, 2024

Survival Chisel? Unique Blade Shape Sparks, Batons, Cuts

The Flicker Feather Survival EDC Chisel Blade reviewed! Colorado’s Outdoor Element is a feature-packed survival knife with a unique shape.

Written by Will Brendza August 12, 2024

My Winter Running Staple: The North Face Winter Warm Pro Tights Review

The North Face Winter Warm Pro Tights are fleece-lined, shed moisture, and keep me running through winter.

Written by Constance Mahoney August 12, 2024

It’s a Cooler. It’s an Air Conditioner. It’s IcyBreeze

Part cooler, part portable A/C unit, the IcyBreeze might not win any ice retention awards, but it certainly is a treat on smoking hot days.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 12, 2024

The Best Climbing Harnesses for Women in 2024

We tested and reviewed the best climbing harnesses for women, including top picks from Black Diamond, Petzl, Metolius, and more.

Written by Miya Tsudome August 09, 2024

Performance and Durability in One Great Sport Climbing Shoe: Ocún Sigma Review

Ocún may not be a well-known climbing brand in the U.S., but the performance and durability of its Sigma rock shoe deserves attention.

Written by Mary Andino August 09, 2024

Retro Looks Meet All-Day Comfort: L.L.Bean Women’s Mountain Classic Quilted Booties Review

Utilizing synthetic insulation and a grippy tread, the L.L.Bean Women’s Mountain Classic Quilted Booties are a cozy, durable shoe made to stand out on the…

Written by Meghan LaHatte August 08, 2024