Outside Gear

8 Innovative Outdoor Gear Products You Need to Check Out This Year

From natural bug repellent to a trail-ready Birkenstock, these eight outdoor products stood out in a forest of gear

We Asked Parents What's Missing from Camp Packing Lists—and One Item Came up Over and Over Again

Official packing lists often miss the things that keep kids comfortable in hot cabins and rustic tents. We asked seasoned camp parents to share the unlisted gear that saves their children from bugs, heat, and bad weather.

Here's What People Sacrifice When Buying a Cheap Camping Tent

You could spend $284 or you could spend $650—so what’s the right price?

These Veteran Overlanders Have Been Exploring for 30 to 50 Years. Here's What They've Learned.

We asked Overland Expo West attendees who’ve spent decades off the beaten path for their best packing, rig, and travel advice.