10 Amazing Outdoor Events in September
You can feel it in the air as the humidly sticky sunshine gives way to cool evening breezes—September is here and ushering in a new season of adventure-friendly weather. It’s worth arguing about, but...
You can feel it in the air as the humidly sticky sunshine gives way to cool evening breezes—September is here and ushering in a new season of adventure-friendly weather. It’s worth arguing about, but...
In 1938 Loyd and Mary Anderson formed the Recreational Equipment Cooperative to be able to share outdoor gear with their fellow adventure buddies. Fast forward 75 years and REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.) has grown...
Pump out the jams at your next pool party or bring the noise along with you wherever you go. While there are plenty of speakers to choose from, some are better than others and...
Whether your camping out of the back of your truck or the closest trailhead is 30 miles away, nothing beats a good night’s sleep. And getting a great night’s sleep is all about how you...
A relatively new product, Lifestraw is generating a great deal of buzz with backpackers and outdoor lovers, particularly those for whom minimalist hiking is no less than a religion. This lightweight device filters contaminated...
If it’s not already, Idaho needs to be on your adventure radar. Between awesome areas like the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness and 89 registered State Parks, Picnic Areas, and Trail Systems,...
Yeti coolers are, perhaps, the most coveted coolers on the market by avid outdoor enthusiasts. When you have one, EVERYONE notices and drools just a little. Why? Because, simply put, they’re a solid investment...
“You may assume that you are fulfilling your significance if you apply yourself to converting all your experience to the highest advantage of others. You and all [humans] are here for the sake of...
We have all become aware of the newest trend in phone photography, the selfie stick. You might think it’s absolutely ridiculous or the best thing that ever happened to your life, but it’s...
Whether you’re an avid gear junkie or weekend warrior, there’s always room in your camping arsenal for an upgrade. Whether it’s an outdated piece of gear, or something you never realized you wanted, there...
by Neil Schulman+ · Published August 18, 2015 · Last modified August 17, 2015
New gear comes out every day. Stuff gets lighter, stronger, with more bells and whistles. Jackets sprout MP3-conduits in the hoods, and you can use a stove to recharge your iPhone. Amidst all this...
Reviews / Technology / Water
by Tucker Allen+ · Published August 17, 2015 · Last modified August 22, 2018
Functionality ★★★★★ The Shark Classic Clip Watch Style:FS84861 is not your average watch. It has these unique features: 100 Meters Waterproof Displays Time/Day/Date 2 Alarms Heat Timer Chronograph Night Vision Backlight HydroPushers Nylon Strap With Quick Clip...
Take part in the free market this month by checking out all there is to offer with the crowdfunding websites Kickstarter and Indiegogo. Throughout their pages of new ideas and innovative products, you’ll find...
by Michael Ryan+ · Published August 13, 2015 · Last modified August 12, 2015
Not only does the type of phone and carrier you pick seem to define you these days, but the box you put it in says a lot about you and your lifestyle. What? You...
Functionality ★★★★ The Oaxis Star.21 is a fitness band that allows the user to track calories, sleep, and fitness goals. It helps kickstart a healthy lifestyle and cultivates long lasting habits. The bracelet is synced via bluetooth...
With another month torn off the wall calendar, a whole new set of adventures are waiting to be had. August is a month of long summer nights, good ole’ fashioned sweat stained t-shirts, and...
By choosing a bike as your main form of transportation, you are participating in a healthy way of life full of adventure, exercise, and a great way to catch a bit of the scenery....
Potentially some of your biggest weight in your ultra-lite backpacking system could be your tent. And yes, it does have its value, the seemingly safe aspect of a shelter while you’re deep in the...
Functionality ★★★★ These earbuds are the runner’s perfect companion. At first those odd (tail-like?) protrusions, called C-tips, might just seem like a weird gimmick, but combined with the 360° rotating eartips, there’s no way these...
With the sun high in the sky, the temperature hitting in the nineties and the daylight stretching late into the evening, is it too early to think ski gear? Time for Research Now is...