We got a glimpse of dozens of outdoor gear innovations during the Switchback Gear Show. These were our favourites. Published on June 30, 2026 09:08 am New Orleans is known for great music and amazing food. In mid-June, it was also hosting the Switchback Gear Show, where brands from around the world gathered to show
A near-perfect sunscreen, a versatile wind layer, and a monocular that made us feel like pirates: Here’s the gear that helped Backpacker’s editors set out in June. Published June 30, 2026 at 10:00 pm Sometimes the little things make the biggest difference down the road. Case in point: When we tried to pick the best
This weekend, I thought I saw Aprilia’s Marco Bezzecchi die. The Italian MotoGP racer, who was leading the series for the title, was back on track after colliding with Marshall during the last round and being sent off the grid. And while fighting for position against Ducati’s Marc Marquez to score some much-needed points for
Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something through one of our links, we may earn commission. in this story Ozark Trail Deluxe Outdoor Survival Kit, $30 check Price Why do we like this deal? It may surprise you to hear this, but Walmart can and should be
Published on June 26, 2026 12:10 pm Overview: Family camping with small children is a lot – but the right gear makes it survivable and fun too. After two summers of figuring it out the hard way, Outside contributor Jenny Wiegand shares the family camping gear that actually works for families with young children. I
This week we have some additional great gear releases aimed squarely at women who love the outdoors. This includes a trail shoe inspired by rising outdoor collective GorpGirls, an ultralight fleece from women’s hiking brand HikerKind, a linen running shirt, and aviator sunglasses named after Ella Fitzgerald (it’s not clear why). But that’s not all,
Published on June 26, 2026 01:50 pm “Summer Friday” is a sacred concept – a green light to slowly step away from the laptop and head toward the sunshine. (Even if that sunshine lasts until midnight, as senior travel and culture editor Kathleen Relihan experienced in Finland, below). For this month’s Gear Spotlight, we asked
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Scott Einsman is Outdoor Life’s gear editor. He oversees the gear team of editors and writers who are subject matter experts in bows, knives, hunting, fishing, backpacking, and more. He lives in Richmond, Virginia with his wife and two bird dogs.
Miu Miu and New Balance just keep cooking. The Italian fashion house and the American sneaker giant have been working together for four years, releasing 2024’s stripped-down, thin-soled 530 sl– Harbinger of the Torpedo Shoe Wave – the high point of cooperation. or this Was Anyway, that was the high point until earlier this week,