Whether you’re wearing one out of obligation or just good sense, a helmet is required equipment for most every cyclist every time they straddle a bike. This used to mean stuffing your head into a styrofoam cooler, with all the poor breathability and unflattering aesthetics that implies. Luckily helmet design has improved dramatically over the […]
The Salomon X Ultra 3 Mid GTX is a trail shoe, a category that’s kind of hard to define due to the many ways it can present itself. Many offerings, like those provided by running companies like Altra or HOKA One One, focus on keeping weight low and providing a cushioned, low-impact ride. Others from […]
We’re becoming more and more used to staying connected even when we’re “unplugging” by heading into nature. Cell service extends further and further every year, and the growing accessibility of satellite communication has brought connectivity, and the safety that comes with it, to essentially every point on the globe. And joining this fleet of gadgets […]
Water is the most important resource we have. Life wouldn’t be possible without it, let alone having fun outdoors. And while there is certainly a lot of water about, most of it isn’t safe to drink as it is. For this reason hikers, paddlers, climbers, and all seek the best portable water filter for their […]
There’s a fair chance you’ve already tried on the RIDE Lasso Boots. They’re RIDE’s bestseller, and one of the best selling men’s boots overall.And that makes them a great pick for anyone looking to get their first pair of “real” snowboard boots, or even experienced riders who want the features and performance that the Lasso […]
Based on looks alone it would be hard to pick the Teva Arrowood Riva Mid WP out from a lineup of every other full-leather hiking boot out there. Sure, the toe box is a little bit wider than average, but not so wide that you’d notice it right away. The looks, the tech it comes […]
BONX is a Japanese company that claims to have designed a headset, and an app that simplifies the whole problem. So we’re going to put them to the test, taking two of their BONX Grip headsets into the woods. BONX Grip Controls The first thing you notice opening the box is how much attention has […]
No matter how much you prepare beforehand sometimes events beyond your control mean you need help. And when you’re outside the reach of cell phones, and not on regularly-traveled trails, getting that help can be a challenge. Which is where satellite messengers and personal locator beacons (PLBs) come in. By bouncing your cry for help […]
Setting up the K2 Split Bean Splitboard up for touring was as simple as you could hope. Sold as a package, the board comes with pucks and risers already installed, and a pair of skins in their own handy bag. The pucks mean riders using Voile or Spark bindings need only install the touring toe […]