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A Better Way to Bring the Shade
By Cool Material
This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington
Outdoors
This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington

A three-day ride along former railways takes you through the Cascades and all the way into Seattle.

By Brandon Withrow
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Black Book: 14 Products Our Editors Loved in July 2026

The products our editors have been obsessed with in July 2026.

By Cool Material
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7 Essentials from Filson’s Warm-Weather Shop

For the beach, the lake, the trail, and wherever you like disappearing to on summer weekends.

By Cool Material
Gear
Tentsile Una Tree Tent

Tentsile makes some of the most unique and attractive tents in the game. The brand's latest, the Una Tree Tent, is perfect for the solo explorer looking for a solid night's sleep in the wild. The tent is lightweight so as not to slow you down on the trail (Tentsile…

By Mike Newman
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Gear
The Hyperwhistle Is the World’s Loudest Whistle

Billed as “the world’s loudest whistle,” the Original HyperWhistle is designed and built to make your presence known in any situation. With a tested output of up to 143dB and a sound that can travel 2 miles in perfect conditions, this thing is 8 times more powerful than your average…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Gear
Kombuis Is a Portable Rocket Stove

Cooking a meals over a campfire presents a bevy of challenges. Instead of figuring out how you can cook everything on a stick when you're camping, simply turn to Kombuis, a portable rocket stove that comes with a pot, pan, and lid. Kombuis doesn't require a battery or a fan;…

By Mike Newman
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The Best Folding Pocket Knives You Can Buy on Amazon

Whether you've finally decided you want to start carrying a pocket knife as part of your everyday carry (EDC), or you just want to upgrade one of the pieces of your kit, you have a lot of options when it comes to bladed tools. Do you want a serrated or…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Gear
The Siesta2 Tent Blocks Heat and Light

Outback Logic made waves a couple years ago with the Siesta4, the first heat- and light-blocking tent with built-in fans. The team is back with the Siesta2, a more compact and lightweight version of the original that's designed for two people. The Siesta2 weighs under 5 pounds and measures 6"…

By Cooper Fleishman
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