Spring is heSpring is here, and the weather is cooperating so adventurers can get outside and enjoy many of our favorite hobbies. Thats one reason now is a great time to review gear wish lists and stock up. Plus, it doesnt hurt that May 16-26, REI is running its biggest sale of the year, with discounts on the latest gear...

　　Id never seen a bear canister like the one before me at the REI Co-op Magnusson Lab in Seattle. The translucent orange container was sitting in a device that looked like a guillotine, and I watched as it pressed a steel bears tooth down into the plastic exterior. Two of REIs lab researchers stood quietly beside me, watching as the...

　　Outdoor Research: Up to 50% Off 　　 　　The Outdoor Research Freewheel Short Sleeve MTB Jersey; (photo/Outdoor Research) You can pick up an Outdoor Research Freewheel MTB Short Sleeve Jersey for $30 (50% off). The Freewheel jersey is lightweight and airy, and it has a UPF 30+ sun protection rating. The Freewheel has a bike-specific fit and includes a thermo-regulating treatment...

　　Mammuts CEO perched himself on Eigers North Face to announce a photo contest — and then hide a camera. 　　The attention-grabbing video announces the brands 2025 photo contest, in which Mammut encourages photographers to capture their summer by getting outside and adventuring. 　　There are six contest categories, each rewarding a photographer with Mammut gear, a guided mountain experience including accommodation,...

　　Summer is high season for day hikes and backpacking trips you dreamed about all winter. The REI Anniversary Sale is a great time to complete your gear wish list at a discount. 　　During the sale, now through May 26 (Memorial Day), you can save big on all hiking and backpacking staples like boots, tents, sleeping bags, and more from brands...

　　The thought of coffee rustled me from my sleeping bag, as it does most mornings.I could hear the wind howling against my truck. Bleary-eyed, I peeked out the window and saw our camp chairs blown over, and my friends tent flapping in the late September breeze. It was a blustery fall day. Good thing I had a wind-resistant camping stove,...

　　Once upon a time, print magazines represented the height of journalism. They offered a glimpse into places most readers would never see, and the innate impermanence of stories on paper lent glossy, high-concept magazines an intrinsic value. 　　So, its no small thing that the resurrected Summit Journal — one of rock climbings most storied publications — has just debuted a gorgeous...

　　Columbia makes a wide variety of versatile summer apparel to keep you cool and protect you from the suns UV rays. We combed through the sale to find a mix of summer layers, footwear, and other gear. 　　No matter the occasion, Columbia makes apparel to fit your needs. Take advantage of its Memorial Day Sale and save 25-40% off everything...

　　For decades, the southern face of Mount Everest has been the preferred route to the worlds highest summit. The Nepalese government, which controls this side of the mountain, reliably kept it open to foreign climbers. And the countrys native Sherpas proved adept as climbing porters who could shoulder the burden of large expeditions. 　　But theres more than one way to...

　　Quality outdoor gear is an investment. But you don’t have to break the bank to outfit your adventures. Instead, add to your gear closet the smart way, with deals from the Backcountry Memorial Day Sale running May 16-26. 　　As a one-stop shop for all types of outdoor gear, Backcountry carries top-rated products from some of the best brands in the...

　　Camping season is here (hurray!), and it’s time to review your camp gear setups for any wants and needs. Thats because its also time for REIs biggest sale. 　　Now through May 26, during the REI Anniversary Sale, you can save up to 30% on all kinds of camping gear. We combed through the sale to find sleeping pads, lighting, cooking,...

　　The first-ever cooler from Solo Stove aims for more than keeping your food fresh. Known for its smokeless fire pits, Solo Stove has introduced a cooler that doubles as an air conditioner. 　　Yes, it purports to retain ice for days, and can also charge your phone. But the real kicker? The Solo Windchill 47 Cooler has a built-in A/C that...