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The latest innovations, performance reviews, and buying guides for everything from athletic apparel and footwear to fitness trackers and sporting accessories.

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The Journey Collection Makes a Strong Case for Packing Less
By Cool Material
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Your One-Bag Weekend Getaway Packing Guide

Cover all the bases with versatile selections for your EDC, your outdoor kit, and some R&R afterwards.

By Beau Hayhoe
The Coolest Father’s Day Gifts of 2026 (New Products Added 6/15) The Coolest Father’s Day Gifts of 2026 (New Products Added 6/15)
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The Coolest Father’s Day Gifts of 2026 (New Products Added 6/15)

A curated collection of the best Father’s Day gifts for dads who appreciate craftsmanship, clever design, great stories, and really cool stuff.

By Cool Material
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Bring the Soundtrack With You This Summer

The best outdoor portable speakers for beach trips, lake weekends, backyard hangs, and every adventure that calls for a little music.

By Beau Hayhoe
Fashion
Tracksmith’s Kazu Tourer

If you’re a runner - or, perhaps, just enamored by vintage prep design - you’re already a fan of Tracksmith. This brand leads the race in creating stylish running garments that don’t sacrifice on performance. Now, teaming up with District Vision, Tracksmith has come out with the Kazu Tourer. Inspired…

By Brett Braley
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The Best Coolers For Summer

With summer in full swing, now is the best time to assess your cooler situation. Whether you're looking to lug your favorite beers to a tailgate or perishable sundries on your next adventure, you need a great cooler. There's a decent chance you could use an upgrade so we've refreshed…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Gear
TAXA Outdoors x Topo Designs Woolly Bear Trailer

When two of the most beloved names in outdoor gear team up, folks are bound to take notice. So it makes sense that we're loving the latest collaboration between TAXA Outdoors and Topo Designs. The Woolly Bear Trailer is a versatile and durable off-road trailer built for grand adventures. Weighing…

By John A. Paradiso
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The Knotix Collapsible Universal Adventure Roof Rack

While most roof racks offer a convenient solution for adding extra storage space to your car, they're so cumbersome that you'd rather leave them on all the time rather than deal with the hassle of taking them off and then re-attaching. Thankfully Knotix has solved this dilemma with its adventure…

By John A. Paradiso
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Jacob Bromwell Flasks Are the Perfect Companion for Any Adventure

Whether it's a weekend camping trip, long train ride or a wedding, a proper flask is a great companion for any adventure. There's no better option than Jacob Bromwell® luxury flasks. Jacob Bromwell® has been individually handcrafting flasks in the same way and ravishing fashion for more than two centuries--with…

By Pat McLaughlin
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