Published July 20, 2026 02:46 pm If you want to flex your creative muscles, backpacking is the perfect exercise. Navigation, packing, planning and logistics all require out-of-the-box thinking. And when it comes to gear, ingenuity is only limited by your imagination. Sure, you can spend hundreds, even thousands of dollars on higher-end equipment that’s lighter,
Modern technology and outdoor adventure are a better match than many of us think. From GPS locators to lightweight flashlights to mobile trail cameras, there are many reasons to be grateful for how technological advancements can improve time spent in nature. This week’s batch of new gear focuses on dynamic, highlighting releases that push the
Summer travel is heating up — and these adventure-ready deals are heating up, too. We’ve found rare discounts of up to 50 percent on durable duffels, packable gear, and carry-ons to make your summer travels easier. (Photo: REI/Canva) Published on July 16, 2026 11:04 am We’re in the midst of summer travel season, and by
It’s very hot there! It appears there isn’t much we can do about our overheating planet, so if you want to enjoy the outdoors during these dreadful summer months, you’ll need to be prepared with ways to stay cool and hydrated. That’s the general theme of this week’s batch of gear, which mostly focuses on
Published on July 9, 2026 09:45 am There are media outlets that publish “buyers guides” to the best coolers without trying said coolers in real life, or don’t time how long each cooler retains ice in the boiling sun, or throwing a cooler off a cliff To see how durable it really is. Outside Not
Under TVS ownership, Norton motorcycles are undergoing a resurgence, and motorcycling media outlets are engaged in discussion about the brand’s latest superbike, the Manx R. The Manx R is full of technology and modern styling, but not long ago, Norton was known more for its classic styling and riding characteristics, which created a more analog
In defense of “just good enough” gear Princess of Wales Kate Middleton celebrates completing the Three Peaks Challenge with her family on June 28, 2026 (Photo: @princeandprincessofwales on Instagram) Published on July 8, 2026 07:51 am I’m not convinced that I need the right equipment for every outdoor excursion; To some extent, this is part
Savage Gear is expanding its swimbait line with some new next-gen 3D trout swimbaits. 3D Line via Trout Pro And 3D Line Via Pulse Tail Trout Pro. These are two new scented soft bodied swimbaits that are ultra-realistic with sophisticated simmering action. Both swimbaits use 3D scans of real trout, with lifelike details created, and
You spent months commuting from your camping setup, bought an ultralight tent that cost suspiciously more than a few hotel rooms, and finally packed everything into a backpack. Then you reach airport security. Unfortunately, the Transportation Security Administration has opinions about your tent stakes, camp stove, trekking poles, and bear spray. For travelers flying to
Sign up for the Outdoor Life newsletter Get the latest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. At any big box store you will find high performance hunting gear that will help you fill your tags and freezer. But, more and more people are choosing gear that is tailored rather than mass produced.