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Feb 15, 2026

Fast Entry, High Performance: Jones Mercury FASE Snowboard Binding Review

　　For years, snowboard bindings have remained relatively the same, with two straps to put on and take off, requiring extra time at the top of the lift compared to skiers. Companies like FLOW had tried to create a fast-entry binding with a droppable high back. But these were often heavy, awkward, and didnt have the performance of expert-level riders needed. Thats where the Jones...

Feb 15, 2026

No Screen, No Subscription: Polar Launches Low-Profile ‘Loop’ Fitness Tracker

　　As technology grows more complex, theres increasing competition to make that tech feel less like a gadget. The smartwatch segment is a clear example of that, as screenless wearables like Whoop have become more popular. 　　Now, Polar aims to carve out a piece of the marketplace. Long known for its sports computers and heart rate monitors — since the 1970s—Polar...

Feb 15, 2026

Affordable, Fun, Fish-Ready SUP: Retrospec June Review

　　I was initially skeptical of inflatable fishing paddleboards and kayaks. Like many people unfamiliar with inflatable paddleboards and kayaks, I thought it would pop the first time I stabbed it with a stick, ran across some rocks, or had a lure come flying back at warp speed and embed itself in the side. 　　After testing several inflatable watercraft, I can...

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Garmin’s First Handheld GPS With Camera, Voice, and More: GPSMAP H1i Plus First Look

　　Garmin handhelds have always been tough, reliable, and, honestly, a little boring. To be fair, the gadgets are tools, not toys. 　　But that may have just changed. 　　The new GPSMAP H1i Plus ($1,000) packs a built-in camera and microphone, so you can send photos and voice notes straight from the device without pulling out your phone. It certainly adds a...

Feb 15, 2026

Brilliant Elastic Lace System for Women’s Winter Boots: Stio Colter Review

　　I live in Crested Butte, Colo., where winter easily reaches into three seasons. Its essential to have a pair of womens winter boots that are warm, waterproof, and easy to pull on and off. Of course, its important to find one with style, too. After testing the Stio Colter, I wish I could wear these sneaker-esque snow boots year-round. 　　When...

Feb 15, 2026

Battling a Mysterious Illness, Climbing Legend Passes Yosemite Project to Young Crusher

　　When health issues force one of climbings best athletes to stop, what happens to his unsent project? Black Diamonds new short film, The Pirates Code, documents Connor Herson finishing Mason Earles unsent project several years after Earle was diagnosed with chronic illness. It explores questions of legacy, friendship, and vision along the way to Hersons big send. 　　In the 2010s,...

Feb 15, 2026

How Running Helped One Family Recover From Unimaginable Loss

　　When Lawlor Coe lost his brother Hunter to suicide, one of the ways he coped was by lacing up his joggers and running. At first, he was trying to elude his grief; over time he found that the physical suffering he endured on the trail helped him find a way toward peace and, from there, joy. After sorrow and anger,...

Feb 15, 2026

Simple, Comfy Headlamp That Gets the Job Done: BioLite Range Review

　　Loons call through the falling dusk over an impossibly calm mirror surface of Lake One in Minnesotas Boundary Waters Canoe Area. I step away from the campfire and press a button on the top of the BioLite Range 500, the newest headlamp from a brand focused on comfortable lighting. A red glow illuminates the path to my food pack, where...

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Less Power, More Money, But Oh So Right: 2026 Ram 1500 HEMI Review

　　Several feet away, with camera in hand, I stand on a massive patch of asphalt and watch the test driver WOT (wide-open throttle) the HEMI-equipped Ram. As his left foot still lightly rests on the brake, the rear tires start spinning furiously, roaring their way around a white cloud of tire smoke billowing from the roasting rear rubber. I capture...

Feb 15, 2026

A Discreet, Functional Photography Pack: Brevitē The Jumper Review

　　Not too many years ago, there was a distinct shortage of options for carrying photography equipment. Shoulder bags dominated the offerings, despite the fact that — in my experience —they simply dont work that well for most photographers. While I might love my Domke, its simply not the best choice for most of the situations I find myself in as...

Feb 15, 2026

Is Your Period Messing With Your Training? Here’s What the Experts Say

　　If youve ever had a period, its natural to assume it affects your performance as an athlete: How could cramping, bloating, nausea, and exhaustion not influence how fast you run or bike? 　　If, however, you try to find information about this topic, it might as well be the wild west. Only very recently did scientific research begin to treat the...

Feb 15, 2026

In Separate Events, Two U.S. Hikers Fall to Their Deaths

　　Two hikers fell to their deaths in separate events at different popular wilderness areas in late August. The tragedies prompted rescuers to reiterate the importance of practicing safety on both technical and non-technical hiking trails. 　　After motor vehicle deaths and drownings, falls—usually while hiking—are the leading cause of accidental death in U.S. National Parks. Incidents like these highlight the importance...

Feb 15, 2026

Industrial-Strength EDC: Leatherman Glider Pocket Knife Review

　　Heavy. Tough. Rugged. Those arent terms Id often use to describe an everyday carry pocket knife. 　　But in the case of the Leatherman Glider, they feel entirely appropriate. The Glider, while shaped for common EDC tasks, simply feels industrial. It seems built in another era of heavy-duty manufacturing, with everything from deeply engraved USA letters to steel handles oozing machine...

Feb 15, 2026

Save on Men’s prAna Pants With These Discount Codes

　　Cooler fall temperatures are ahead, and its time to freshen up your wardrobe. We get it, youre active and want pants that can keep up while also blending in at work and around town. Thats where prAna comes in! 　　prAna is well-known for its yoga and athletic apparel, but its Stretch Zion fabric is wildly popular among hikers and outdoor...

Feb 15, 2026

Straight Track, Speedy Glide: Red Paddle Co. Sport MSL 800 Inflatable Standup Paddleboard Review

　　The western red cedar and hemlock forest was peacefully quiet, almost eerie. Propelling our standup paddleboards smoothly through the undisturbed water, my partner and I reached a narrow inlet lined with vibrant green bur-reed and lily pads. 　　It looks like we can get through! I exclaimed. Shallow and crystal clear, we could see a rainbow of rocks atop the lake...

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