Best Fly Rods

Last Updated: September 11, 2019

If you’re in the market for a new fly rod, there’s never been a better time. Rod manufacturers continue to innovate, incorporate new materials, and dramatically improve rods across the price spectrum. Below we break down the best fly rods of 2019, from...

REI Co-op Labor Day Sale 2019

Last Updated: August 23, 2019

School is back in session and summer is coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean that gear-buying season is over. From Friday, August 23rd to Monday, September 2nd, REI Co-op is hosting its annual Labor Day Sale, which is a great opportunity for...

A Guide to Peru's Ausangate Trek

Last Updated: August 22, 2019

Peru’s Ausangate Trek is epic, and we aren’t throwing that term around lightly. The region is loaded with glacier-capped peaks that reach over 20,000 feet in elevation, yet despite good infrastructure...

MSR Guardian Purifier Review

Last Updated: August 14, 2019

MSR has been a longstanding leader in the world of backpacking filters, so it’s no surprise their Guardian has become our go-to pump for trips abroad. We took this hybrid filter and purifier along to Peru’s...

Among Giants: Climbing and Packrafting the Alaska Range

Last Updated: August 1, 2019

“No!” I groan, a wince breaking across my face. I’m in the middle of a swiftly flowing river, but my raft sits immobile as water rushes past me on both sides...

Saucony Guide ISO 2 Review

Last Updated: July 29, 2019

Saucony’s Guide ISO 2 marks the 12th generation of the popular stability shoe. Compared to the outgoing ISO model, the “2” incorporates more breathable mesh, has slight changes in the midsole, and comes in a bit lighter. Now my third pair of Guides, I...

Cannondale Habit Review

Last Updated: July 23, 2019

Connecticut-based Cannondale has always done things a little differently, but their revamped and surprisingly mainstream 2019 Habit seeks to make them a top contender once again. With its...

Santa Cruz Bronson Review

Last Updated: July 23, 2019

Santa Cruz is known for making some of the best bikes in the industry, and their attention to detail and quality of craftsmanship are second to none. The Bronson line made its debut all the way back in...

Salomon Sense Ride 2 Review

Last Updated: July 22, 2019

For 2019, Salomon lightly updated their do-it-all Sense Ride trail runner with a redesigned mesh upper and lighter-weight build. After getting full use out of the previous version, I was eager to see how...

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Dirigo 2 Tent Review

Last Updated: July 19, 2019

Maine-based Hyperlite Mountain Gear helped bring Dyneema to the backpacking mainstream —or at least the fringes of it. And new for 2019, the trekking pole-supported Dirigo 2 tent now carries the torch...

Asics Gel-Cumulus 21 Review

Last Updated: July 19, 2019

Asics is one of the most recognizable names in road running, and the Gel-Cumulus is a standout in their lineup of neutral shoes. Now in its 21st iteration, the newest model builds off of the outgoing “20” with...

Hoka One One Clifton 6 Review

Last Updated: July 19, 2019

For spring 2019, Hoka One One has revamped their popular Clifton road runner. Notable changes for the sixth iteration include a lighter build and redesigned upper and tread pattern...