Waterproof footwear has been around since the mid-19th century. Breathable, lightweight, waterproof footwear? Well, that’s another story. When GORE-TEX Brand first entered the boot scene in the 1980s, the brand’s waterproof technology was a massive leap forward from the wellies and gumboots of the day. Finally, boots made with GORE-TEX Technology offered a breathable option for keeping feet dry outdoors....

　　The original version of this story was published on BikeRumor. 　　A storied cycling and running brand is apparently closing down after 4 decades. This week, retailers received a letter from GOREWEARs parent company announcing its intention to shut down the brand. 　　In the letter, GOREWEAR claims that economic hardships are the reason for the closure, despite “careful consideration and in-depth...

　　The two things you need to know about me are that I generally like to hike and camp alone and that I like to hit the trailhead before sunrise. To catch those early morning adventures over the years, I’ve had to sleep in my vehicle, and it’s never been optimal. 　　To date, I can confirm that it is uncomfortable to...

　　Multitools always make their presence known in my pocket, reminding me that they are in there. While something like the mid-sized Leatherman Skeletool CX doesn’t take up too much real estate, I am constantly aware of it. That’s fine when I’m working around the yard, but when I’m walking around the city, I want something that completely disappears in my...

　　I would recommend keeping some tissues handy for this one. The documentary Ofrenda follows endurance athlete Sara Aranda as she attempts to set the first female record for one of the most brutal stretches of terrain in the United States. 　　But its Arandas emotional battle — and the heart-wrenching poetry that accompanies it — that makes this short film so compelling. 　　To...

　　Collaborations are a tried-and-true method for outdoor brands to build hype, and this week has plenty of tag teams for smart new products. 　　Topo Designs worked with VAER and Watch and Wound for a chic timepiece, while cycling brand Velocio teamed up with Rux for a do-it-all gear bag. Sorel and British luxury brand Barbour released boots that look fit...

　　The original version of this article was published on The Inertia. 　　Luxury fashion brands dipping into the world of outdoor sports is nothing new. Most of the time, they come in the form of collaborations between an endemic brand. Its usually a surfboard maker and a luxury brand, or a snowboard brand and a world-class designer label. The list goes...

　　The Backcountry Hunters Anglers (BHA) crew is cleaning house again. The groups fourth annual online Garage Sale is live from Nov. 4 through Nov. 16, 2025. Its offering up to 50% off gear from some of the biggest names in the outdoor industry. And the best part? Every purchase benefits public lands and conservation. 　　What It Is This is no...

　　A small, seemingly innocuous update is sometimes all a piece of gear needs to become a near-perfect design. For example, Fenixs PD36R ACE is now near perfection just by adding USB-C charging. Turtlebox did the same thing with waterproof speakers, just by taking its flagship design and shrinking it down to the Ranger. 　　With the Garmin Instinct Crossover AMOLED, the...

　　On Wednesday, President Donald Trump nominated former New Mexico Rep. Steve Pearce to lead the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The nomination has added fuel to the nation’s long-running fight over how public lands should be managed. 　　The BLM oversees 245 million acres of surface land and nearly three times that in mineral rights, making its director one of the...

　　Why not make your car camping trip luxurious? For a backpacker like me, squeezing into a small space was just part of the deal when it came to camping. But growing your family can also mean growing your expectations for what adventure looks like. Spreading out and taking space is necessary for us these days, and the Big Agnes Bunk...

　　True confession. I’m a mainlander living in a mountain state, and I’m reviewing a tide tracking watch. But I’m also an Oregonian expat who makes a yearly pilgrimage home, introducing the coast of my youth to my own child. Brackish water pumps deep in the veins. 　　Being an inlander unplugs you from coastal time. It’s a gap of intuition, a...