Reviews

FERAL Wetsuit Review: I've Finally Fallen in Love With Winter Surfing
The Best Winter Wetsuit Is From a Tiny Brand You've Never Heard Of

The small San Francisco brand uses Japanese Yamamoto neoprene to cut weight & improve warmth—here's how their 5/4/3 suit tested in icy waters near NYC

Pakafill Lightweight Puffer Review: Unexpectedly Warm & Sustainable
This Lightweight Puffer Jacket Is Light, Warm & Sustainable—Thanks to Alpacas

A new alternative to down insulation made from alpaca fiber makes this puffy jacket from the small Peru-based brand function at the top of its class

Patagonia Fitz Roy Down Sleeping Bag Review: Odd But Ultra Cozy
Patagonia's Sleeping Bags Look Weird for a Few Very Good Reasons

Inspired by a prototype founder Yvon Chouinard made himself 50 years ago, this odd duck of a down bag shows promise in a "new" category for the brand

Loki Icarus Review: A Premium Truck Camper for Winter Adventures
The Loki Icarus Is a Rare Truck Camper Built to Handle Winter Adventures

Most truck campers aren't weatherized for winter use, but premium insulation and hybrid heating make Loki's Icarus primed all-season exploration

onX Backcountry App Review: Off-Trail Navigating in Big Sky Wilderness
onX Backcountry GPS App Review: Off-Trail Navigating in Big Sky Wilderness

Testing the new navigational tool in Montana for an intimate look at its 3D mapping and wayfinding features, info on trails and public lands, and more

Arc’teryx Procline Pants Review: Backcountry Comfort in Any Conditions
Tested: Arc'teryx Ski Pants Provide Comfort Through an Unpredictable Vermont Winter

These windproof, water-resistant, breathable softshell ski pants promise to go uphill and downhill in any condition, so we found out for ourselves

Get Peace of Mind While Off-Grid With Garmin's inReach Mini
Backpackers, Get Peace of Mind While Off-Grid With Garmin's New inReach Mini

This ultralight GPS + emergency SOS device is a must carry for solo adventurers & families looking to stay connected beyond the limits of cell service

Gear Review: Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite Max SV Air Mattress
Gear Review: New NeoAir XLite Max SV from Therm-a-Rest

A lightweight, 3-season pad capable of being inflated in mere seconds

Gear Review: Nixon JJF Camera Bag
Hands On with Nixon's New JJF Camera Bag

Finally, a camera bag you'll actually want to carry around