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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
Chaco x Outsiders Sandal

The Chaco x Outsiders Z/1 Classic sandal is described as “taking inspiration from classic British 4x4 vehicles” and we can see why. Rugged, handsome, and ready for any terrain, this sandal is a great alternative to the sometimes-too-bulky hiking boot. Coming in blue, yellow, or green, the Z/1 is a…

By Brett Braley
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Accessories
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 2400 Adventure Pack

Hyperlite Mountain Gear has been providing next-level backpacks and adventure gear for years. And their Southwest 2400 backpack is just the latest in a long line of hits. The Southwest 2400 is ideal for shorter weekend backpacking trips (think one to four days) and can survive even the toughest terrain.…

By John A. Paradiso
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Features
The Best Motorcycle Helmets for 2022

The motorcycle riding season is in full swing in many parts of the country now that the weather has turned warm for the foreseeable future. Maybe you've just bought your first motorcycle, and you've yet to take it out for a spin. As excited as you may be, you've got…

By Amos Kwon
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Gear
überleben Tindår Wick & Bellow Fire Starter

Without the proper tools, getting a roaring fire started on a camping trip can prove difficult for even the most serious backpackers. While there are plenty of decent fire starter options on the market, and some useful DIY options, the Tindår Wick & Bellow from überleben is one of the…

By John A. Paradiso
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Food
Igloo Brings Back the KoolTunes Cooler with Built-In Speakers

All you need to get the party started is cold drinks and great tunes. Igloo is well aware of this and decided to revive its signature KoolTunes cooler with built-in speakers originally released in 1989. This special edition version of the Playmate cooler offers the same rugged water resistance and…

By John A. Paradiso
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