Gear

 [[{“value”:” As far as we’re concerned, camping near your car is all about comfort—save the rehydrated meals and paper-thin foam sleeping bags for the backcountry. And if there’s any part of your kit you shouldn’t cut corners with, it’s your bedding. The scenery always looks that much nicer after a good night of sleep. The […]

 [[{“value”:” Stooping in a lightweight, minimalist, backpacking tent while camping out of your car isn’t much fun. Neither is getting blown over in a flimsy, big-box-store mega shelter. With that in mind, we tested seven new larger camping tents this past year in a quest to find the most luxurious, well-designed, and storm-worthy camping tents

 [[{“value”:” There are a few things you learn right away when you start cycling “seriously.” Carbon fiber is the best material for a bicycle. (False.)  You need to use clipless pedals for maximum efficiency. (Double false.)  And of course you should avoid wearing cotton, since it’s a very poor choice when it comes to cycling

 [[{“value”:” Everything tastes better when you’re camping—that’s just a fact. Unless, of course, you char the pancakes over an overenthusiastic stove, or the milk curdles in a cut-rate cooler, or you impale yourself on some flimsy, dull excuse for knives, cutting your trip short (not to mention your precious fingers). You get the picture—hazards abound.

 [[{“value”:” Whether you’re joining the e-bike revolution for the first time or upgrading your ride to the latest technology, it’s a great time to shop for an electric bicycle. That’s because e-bikes are still relatively new, and innovations and improvements are being made in leaps and bounds with every passing season. Exhibit A: Troxus has

 [[{“value”:” Dear Gear, I’ve been a confident skier, mountain biker, and climber for over three decades. I’m also a woman. For some reason, most of the guys in my life seem to think it’s OK to mansplain how to use my gear to me, and it makes me want to scream. What’s the best way

 [[{“value”:” The bad news is trout aren’t getting dumber. More flies on the surface and extra boots in the water mean you have to approach these fish with stealth and finesse. The good news: our 2024 gear selections won’t make the cast or catch a fish for you, but they sure help level the playing

 [[{“value”:” Our gear editor goes up against her dad in this month’s debate: Is it better to buy new outdoor gear, or is it better to use old gear until it doesn’t work any longer? Your Trustiest Stuff Deserves Loyalty By Hugh Klein, former junior ski team parent When it comes to gear, there’s a

 [[{“value”:” From long, snowy runs in the Midwest to below-freezing morning ski tours in northern New Mexico, our editors were busy outdoors this season. Here’s the winter gear that kept us warm and let us stay outside as long as we could. When you buy through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission. This

 [[{“value”:” Meet two extraordinary local chargers who make the adventure playground that is Bend, Oregon, their home. While these seasoned snowboarders have traveled to the ends of the earth, exploring the empty peaks of Antarctica together, there’s always a reason for them to keep pushing when it comes time to return home. With the help