A go-to in the kitchen and the field, Benchmade is often the go-to blade for those looking to slice and dice. Now, the brand has taken a dive into the world of water. 　　The Water Collection is designed with all the oomph of Benchmades classic hunting knives, with an aquatic spin that makes them perfect for the fisherman who likes...

　　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...

　　Cruising around the U.S. in a luxury RV, covering thousands of miles, and visiting some of the countrys most iconic destinations sounds like a dream road trip. But if you apply for Outdoorsys Americas Best Summer Job and get hired, you could paid $20,000 to do all of that. 　　Outdoorsy, an RV rental marketplace, posted the position on its website...

　　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...

　　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...

　　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,...

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...

　　The internet is full of dubious advice. Most of the time I do a pretty good job of ignoring it, but when I stumbled upon a string of bizarre camp cooking tips, I became fascinated. Why are people eating leaves? Why are they filling empty beer cans with popcorn kernels? These hacks couldn’t possibly work—could they? After watching a number...

　　Whether you need more warmth from your sleeping mat and bag or staying dry is your priority, a sleeping bag liner can help. A liner can even give your old sleeping bag new life with a softer feel and cut down on fighting against the swishing fabrics of a bag as you turn over at night. 　　Different liner fabrics offer...

　　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...

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　　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...