Gear

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

Olympus Mju II Review: The Ultimate 35mm Point and Shoot Film Camera
Olympus Mju II Review: The Ultimate Compact Point and Shoot Film Camera

A pro photographer's take on the trendy little 35mm rangefinder first released in 1997 (spoiler: it shoots above its class in nearly all conditions)

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

Sole Searching: Reinventing a River Guide Staple with Chaco's New Rapid Pro
Sole Searching: Reinventing a River Guide Staple with Chaco's New Rapid Pro

The inside story of how Chaco overhauled a white water icon using real river rafting guides and innovative lab testing

ROA x Altra Fuse DNA in Surprise Dual Footwear Brand Collaboration
Footwear Brands ROA and Altra Fuse Brand DNA Into a Collab Trail Runner

Two outdoor footwear brands announce an overhauled Altra Timp 5 trail runner, making its debut at Paris Fashion Week ahead of a wider FW24 launch

Why UK Surf Brand Finisterre is Dropping Anchor in a Small Maine Surf Shop
Why UK Surf Brand Finisterre is Dropping Anchor in a Small Maine Surf Shop

The celebrated British B Corp has officially opened its first retail shop in North America to supply cold water surfers with sustainably-made gear