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A Better Way to Bring the Shade
By Cool Material
Build the Perfect Bonfire with the Best Gear for the Great Outdoors Build the Perfect Bonfire with the Best Gear for the Great Outdoors
Outdoors
Build the Perfect Bonfire with the Best Gear for the Great Outdoors

From the right axe to the perfect sipping whiskey and a proper outdoor speaker, a night under the stars awaits.

By Beau Hayhoe
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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Outdoors
Black Book: 14 Products Our Editors Loved in July 2026

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

By Cool Material
Gear
The Meriwether Tent Lets You Camp In Style

Your run-of-the-mill tent is pretty basic and fairly boring to look at. If you're willing to spend more for a bit of luxury on your next camping trip, the Meriwether Tent from Shelter Co. is where it's at. The tent fits 4-6 people with enough space so you're not sleeping…

By Mike Newman
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Gear
The Nomad Collapsible Tub Is Your New Portable Hot Tub

Strapping a hot tub to the roof of your car for warm relaxation on the go sounds pretty damn impractical. Still, the thought of lounging in a hot tub after a day spent hiking, canoeing, or just out in the woods sounds a little like heaven. The Nomad Collapsible Tub is…

By Mike Newman
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Gear
VSSL Supplies Is Your Survival Kit In a Tube

When packing your bag for an outdoor excursion, it can be easy to stuff it until the zipper pops with gear you might need in an emergency. In an effort to pare down the necessities, VSSL created this Supplies cylinder. Each is made from seamless extruded military specification anodized aluminum…

By Mike Newman
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Gear
The KettleCharge Delivers Potable Water and Charges Your Gadgets

The guys behind BioLite have changed our camping experience forever with their CampStove which has allowed us to juice our phones while cooking some s'mores. Their latest gadget gives you access to potable water and some off-grid power whether you're out camping or if the power just went out in…

By Mike Newman
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Gear
The KLAX Multi-Tool Turns Any Stick Into An Ax

Carrying an ax around when you're camping or traveling can take up a lot of valuable space. The KLAX Multi-Tool is far better solution if you find yourself in an area with some decent size branches. The KLAX clamps onto a stick or similar item to turn it into a…

By Mike Newman
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