Kuat Transfer V2 hitch bike rack (two bikes behind Jeep)

Kuat Transfer v2 2-Bike Rack Review

Last Updated: April 10, 2024

In the wide-ranging hitch bike rack market, Kuat’s Transfer v2 hits a real sweet spot in price and performance. The platform-style rack is user-friendly, can handle an impressive array of wheel sizes and tire widths, and carries two bikes with no frame...
Merrell Moab Speed 2 GTX hiking shoe (closeup on rock)

Merrell Moab Speed 2 GTX Hiking Shoe Review

Last Updated: April 8, 2024

The Merrell Moab is a staple on trails across the country, and the aptly named Speed takes the winning design and trims it down for quick-moving day hikes and other lightweight adventures. We recently took the updated “2” to Chilean Patagonia for...
NNormal Tomir Waterproof hiking boots (mountain backdrop)

NNormal Tomir Waterproof Hiking Boot Review

Last Updated: April 8, 2024

Co-founded by decorated mountain athlete Killian Jornet and Spanish shoemaking brand Camper, Nnormal is taking a new—and exciting—approach to trail runners and hiking shoes. While minimalist, their designs are built to last and can be repaired and...
Smartwool Intraknit Thermal Merino Base Layer Crew (gearing up)

Smartwool Intraknit Thermal Merino Crew Review

Last Updated: April 6, 2024

Smartwool is an irrefutable leader in the baselayer market, and their Intraknit line is purpose-built for keeping you comfortable during high-output activities like ski touring. We tested the women’s Intraknit...
Osprey Aura AG LT 65 backpacking pack (hiking on trail above lake)

Osprey Aura AG LT 65 Backpack Review

Last Updated: April 5, 2024

Osprey’s Aura AG 65 has long been one of our favorite women's backpacking packs, so we were excited to hear about the release of the streamlined LT (“lightweight”) version. With a thoughtfully pared-down feature set, the Aura AG LT 65 manages to be...
Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX hiking shoes (overlooking glacier)

Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX Hiking Shoe Review

Last Updated: April 3, 2024

Hoka is best known for their road and trail running shoes, but they’ve made a big push into the hiking space over the past several years. Now in its second iteration, the Anacapa is a real winner for those who stick to established trails and prioritize...
Kanab Creek

On Location: Kanab Creek

Imagine that there is a place out there right under your nose that defies all logic and description. A place that is both unmistakably desert, and at the same time oasis. A place with dripping ferns, bubbling springs, and waterfalls—but all contained...
Nemo Mayfly Osmo 2P backpacking tent (pitched with rainfly at camp)

Nemo Mayfly Osmo 2P Tent Review

Last Updated: April 3, 2024

New Hampshire-based Nemo makes some of our favorite backpacking tents, from the ultralight Hornet Elite to the spacious and feature-rich Dagger. The Mayfly Osmo fills a nice gap between the two, with a hard-to-beat balance of weight and durability for...
Hoka Anacapa 2 Mid GTX hiking boots (standing on rock)

Hoka Anacapa 2 Mid GTX Hiking Boot Review

Last Updated: April 3, 2024

Running brand Hoka has been aggressively growing their hiking footwear collection of late, and the Anacapa Mid is arguably their best effort yet. Now in its second iteration, this boot combines the smooth ride and excellent cushioning that the company...
Patagonia Torrentshell 3L rain jacket (with pack on)

Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket (Women’s) Review

Last Updated: March 29, 2024

Patagonia’s Torrentshell is one of the most popular rain jackets on the market, and for good reason. For a very approachable $179, you get trustworthy 3-layer protection, great durability, and a class-leading sustainability focus—all wrapped up in a...
Patagonia Tres 3-in-1 Parka (wiping off snow-covered car)

Patagonia Tres 3-in-1 Parka Review

Last Updated: February 20, 2024

Patagonia makes several of our all-time favorite winter jackets, with the Tres slotting in as their premium 3-in-1 design. We recently put the women’s version to the test in the Pacific Northwest, where the 2-layer waterproof shell did an excellent job...
REI Co-op Seasonal Sale (wearing Arc'teryx Atom Hoody)

REI Co-op Seasonal Sale: 2024 Outdoor Gear Guide

Last Updated: February 14, 2024

Springtime is drawing near, making it the perfect time to save on past-season colorways and products. To help make room for new arrivals, REI Co-op is hosting a wide-ranging seasonal sale event that starts on Tuesday, February 13 and will continue...