Gear

Field Tested: the 2022 Katana Lace.

These meals are a worthy option for overnight climbers and campers who want to eat real, delicious food with a finite lifespan.

Our field test results for the new Wild Country Zero Offset Cams, Sterling's dry Aero 9.2 rope, the Rab Xenair Alpine Light Jacket, Valandre's Bloody Mary 5° F sleeping bag, the Metolius System Climbing Holds, Outdoor Research Direct Route II gloves, Black Diamond's Super Chute Rope Bag, and Patagonia's DAS Light Pants.

Like with Walmart versus Armani jeans, there are differences in the quality of yarns and construction used to make your harness. Here's how to pick the right harness for your objective.

Father's Day is just around the corner. It's not too late to order your dad something awesome.

This isn't a guide to 2022's newest approach shoes—it's the pairs we return to time and again.

A lightweight, supple hoodie, warm but highly breathable, and versatile across climates—equally great for a damp spring climbing day or a cool summer evening.

Stop wasting your money on shoes that don't fit or are painful or fail you. Don't be disappointed again. Here's how to buy what' just right, just for you.

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A simple, effective solution for tight wrists, which almost all climbers have.

Enter to win climbing ready gear for your next adventure

These rigs make car camping easy if you're climbing on the road.

The best comfort and performance for all levels of activity

Focus on your session—not your clothes

A lightning-fast water filter makes staying hydrated on the trail easier than ever

Don’t be afraid to sweat it out in these running pieces

The comfiest base-camp bedding

Give the pack the slip

A cycling outfit that everyone will love

Scarpa is pushing approach shoes to new heights—and distances

These motor-equipped rides are both fun and functional

Technical layers for any occasion

Rigorous testing was no match for these pieces

This travel speaker impresses with studio-quality sound

These rigs impressed us with fresh design

Blisters are history with this snug, no-slip pair

Step up your cycling game with these road, gravel, and spin shoes

A five-star kit for base-camp meals

Don’t be afraid to sweat it out in these running pieces

These bags and pads will keep you warm and promote healthy sleep without weighing down your pack

A new wave of inflatables is approaching shore

Finally, a hiking boot that can truly do it all

Round out your trail kit and get riding

These shelters score major comfort points

These accessories might not make or break your trip, but you’ll sure be glad you packed them

This shoe brings carbon-plated speed to the masses

Focus on your session—not your clothes

A cycling outfit that everyone will love

This pack bridges the gap between ultralight and ultracomfy

Clothing and accessories for urban riding

Top-notch rigs for riding where the pavement ends

These top-notch lids won us over

Fend off water and wind with these breathable, packable jackets

This featherlight racerback doesn’t sacrifice support

Masterful sleds for a variety of conditions

Keep your pup safe and stylish on the trail with these seven accessories

Rigs to put a smile on anyone’s face

There’s a great new wearable for every kind of athletic goal

There’s a lot more to these bottoms than meets the eye

Feast-making cookware that won’t slow you down

Shoulder the load and make miles with these trail-ready rucksacks

Pants made by—and for—plus-size female hikers

Rigorous testing was no match for these pieces

These rugged runners love to rally

Purpose-built platforms for a variety of experiences

Devices bringing innovation to the trails and beyond

Technical layers for any occasion

These bags redefine carrying comfort

Carryall solutions for every kind of run

These lids tick all our boxes

This nifty container makes gear organization a cinch

On-bike essentials for a better ride

Allied’s new gravel-road crossover bike is the best two-in-one we’ve ever tested

With the right tent you can protect yourself from the weather, spread out in luxury, and settle into a home away from home

Kicks for logging tarmac miles

A secure connection to your bike starts with your feet

Leave the heavy lifting to these pieces

From the park to the podium, the Privateer 141 does it all

Embrace the heat and take your practice deeper

A cool kit for eager little adventurers

These hikers will help you carry your load and stay comfortable and secure, no matter the terrain

Quality rubber is the most important part of your crag bag

Unlock your project with this cragging gear

We reviewed 341 pieces of gear. But these ones stood above.

The best gear for capturing your adventures

We adore these easy breezy on-the-road pieces

Upgrade to these versatile trip staples

This compact solar panel will juice up your next long-distance trek

The best gear for staying put outside