Ah, the tote bag—the multitasker that can do it all. Finding the best tote bag to transport books and laptops one day and schlep groceries and climbing gear the next can be arduous. To help you sort through the proverbial tote haystack, we tested some of the top tote bags of 2024. 　　Before selecting a tote, you should consider several...

　　This hearty combo tastes even better in the woods than it does in the diner. Whip it up over a campfire, and you’ll not only impress your buddies–you’ll have a no-pot meal with zero cleanup (eat right out of the bag!). The paper won’t ignite if you make sure it’s wet before cooking–here, bacon grease does the trick–but it might...

　　Anyone who has played fetch with a dog knows the canine potential for running and jumping—and that a dog’s enthusiasm can outlast your arm. “Dogs use oxygen more efficiently than humans,” says  Dr. RuthAnn Lobos (DVM, CCRT, CVAT) and senior veterinarian at Nestle Purina PetCare. “That increased efficiency gives their muscles the fuel they need for energy and endurance.” And...

　　E-bikes are all the rage right now, and it isnt too terribly hard to understand why. OK, maybe thats a blanket statement. After all, it took some serious convincing to make me a fan of e-bikes. I (quite openly) hated them. 　　That all being said, their popularity is growing at an incredible rate. QuietKat has been at the forefront of...

　　The electric bike category is by far the fastest-growing category of bikes on the market—and that’s for good reason. Not only are they fun to ride, but the electric assist means riders can travel farther, more comfortably, and with more capacity. If you find the right commuter e-bike, it might just replace your car. 　　We tested 17 bikes in the...

Just under a month ago, we reported on Aidan Roberts having made two ascents at the very top end. These boulders were known - in their working stages - as The Helvellyn Project, and The Midnight Project. Shortly after we published the report, we sent Aidan some questions to find out more about his time on these two boulders, his...

　　At its core, fleece jackets have one job to do: hold in your body heat, helping keep you warm in the elements. The REI Co-Op Flash Hyperstretch Fleece Jacket does just that, in style and at a very budget-friendly price point. 　　REI is known for its accommodating return policy, membership kickbacks, annual garage sales, and affordable in-house products. The REI...

　　We are ready for summer. We’ve got our lightweight tents and Tevas out, spend our free time examining trail maps, and have been outdoors soaking up the longer days in preparation for all sorts of adventures. Where are we going this summer? Some of us have plans to escape to tropical Caribbean ports and the high peaks of South America,...

　　Last month, Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) announced proposed price changes for four of its most popular campgrounds. Under the changes, Moraine Park, Glacier Basin, Aspenglen, and Timber Creek Campgrounds would all see a $10 increase per night. According to RMNP, the extra money would go toward supporting new projects and the ongoing maintenance of facilities. 　　This fee change is...

　　McLaren, being McLaren, didnt just release an e-MTB. The brand claims its the most powerful trail-legal mountain bike ever. 　　The British brand claims two of the four models it releases today, the Extreme 600 and Sport 600, are the most powerful street-legal electric bike. Its Race mode pumps out a claimed 852W of peak power and 161Nm of torque. Editors...

　　Upgrade your next flight with a travel pillow. Weve all been there: shuffling through first class, begrudgingly looking at the spacious cubicles of the travel elite — the leg room, the side tables, the seats that fully recline into flat beds. While first class has elevated comfort to new heights, it seems like the rest of us are only losing...

　　A great fishing shirt not only has some built-in good luck but also, more importantly, protects you from the sun and other elements. We get that buying fishing shirts online is hard. You want to know what it feels like when the wind is howling, and salt water blows in your face. Or, when youre out baking in the sun,...