Gear

Mount to Coast Enters Ultra Running Shoe Category With Zen-Inspired Designs
Zen Aesthetics & Peak Performance Meet in Mount to Coast's New Ultra Running Shoes

Thoughts from a gear reviewer on the new Hong Kong-based footwear brand after 100 miles of testing the built-to-last S1 model

Bedrock Cairn Evo Review: Hands-on With the New Minimalist Sandal Design
Bedrock Cairn Evo Review: Hands-on With the New Minimalist Sandal Design

Beloved by UL adventurers, the flagship Cairn sandal line sees an evolution in material and design upgrades—plus a new comfort-focused sandal

Contax G1 Camera Review: Compact, Underrated & Ready for Adventure
Contax G1 Review: A Compact, Underrated Rangefinder Ready for Adventure

At 30 years old, this 1990's rangefinder camera is less famous than its siblings but still impresses with swappable Carl Zeiss lens and titanium body

Sole Searching: How HOKA Is Perfecting Its Most Popular Trail Running Shoe
Sole Searching: How HOKA Is Perfecting Its Most Popular Trail Running Shoe

Seven years and six updates after introduction, the legendary Speedgoat continues to blaze trails with radical design and proven performance

The 9 Best Car Camping Mattresses of 2024, Tested & Approved
Field Mag's Guide to the Best Car Camping Mattresses

Sleeping inside or next to your car makes camping a cinch, and these thick, supportive mattresses bring the comfort of home to anywhere you can park

What Is Deadstock and Why Are Brands Rushing to Use Deadstock Materials?
A Guide to Deadstock and Outdoor Brands Best Utilizing the Sustainable Solution

A deep dive into the differences between dead stock, deadstock, and deadstock fabric, plus a survey of outdoor brands leaning into sustainably

The 11 Best Men's Hiking Sandals of 2024, Tested & Approved
The 11 Best Hiking Sandals for Men, Tested & Approved

Whether preparing for a backpacking adventure or just a day hike, these tested and approved sandals have you covered

Danner Joseph Sandal Review: Testing the Bootmaker's First Adventure Sandal
Legendary Bootmaker Danner Now Makes a Sandal. Here's How It Performs

We took the all-new hiking sandal for a test in the water and on land to see how the FIDLOCK buckle, leather straps, and Vibram outsole stack up

Inside the Rise of Hemp in Outdoor Apparel
Hemp is Hot: Why This Versatile Plant is Popping Up in More Outdoor Apparel

More and more outdoor gear companies are turning to this super plant for its breathability, strength, and eco-friendly growing practices

Why Hamilton's Khaki Field Expedition Should Be Your Summer Adventure Watch
Step Up Your Timepiece Game With Hamilton's Khaki Field Expedition Watch

A hands-on review of the military-inspired watch, newly updated with an adventure-ready canvas strap and durable design

9 Best Camp Showers of 2024 for Staying Clean Off-Grid, Tested & Approved
The 9 Best Camp Showers for Staying Clean Off-Grid, Tested & Approved

Rinsing off after a long day of outdoor activities can be just the thing to make roughing it feel a little less... rough

How KEEN's PFAS-Free Targhee IV Became the Brand's Cleanest Hiking Boot Yet
How KEEN's PFAS-Free Targhee IV Became the Brand's Cleanest Hiking Boot Yet

By eliminating harmful forever chemicals & introducing innovative construction tech, the new Targhee IV is KEEN's best (and most sustainable) boot yet