Outdoor Gear Archives

New Showers Pass Eco-Friendly Timberline Collection uses Biosource Nylon for New Performance Kit

The Portland, Oregon-based company, Showers Pass has just released its new Eco-Friendly Timberline Collection for both men and women. This new collection adds to the…

Written by Ron Frazelle September 01, 2022

Review: Stanley’s Adventure All-In-One Coffee System gives you better #coffeeoutside!

I’m sure most of you know Stanley. Founded in 1913 by inventor William Stanley Jr, they invented the steel, vacuum insulated bottle that we all…

Written by Ron Frazelle August 08, 2022

Fidlock tease Zero-Spill Leak-Free Hermetic Hydration Bladder

Coming this September is Fidlock’s very first attempt at a hydration bladder. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Fidlock product without the use of magnets…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan July 12, 2022

Kitsbow launches Coleman Valley Pocket Bib Shorts

Kitsbow’s comfy bib shorts now come with storage options for phones, bars, and more.

Written by Andrew Marshall June 10, 2022

Latest gear drop from Fjällräven and Specialized features jackets, ‘caves’

Fjällräven has married its signature style to the design experience of Specialized with a new line of bike gear.

Written by Andrew McLemore June 09, 2022

Basecamp in a box: New Yakima EXO Open Range Camp Kitchen connects to your bike rack

Want to live the #vanlife without actually buying a van? Or maybe you just want to have a pro cooking station at your next outdoor…

Written by Jordan Villella April 13, 2022

NEMO launches bike camping line for Summer 2022

NEMO’s Summer 2022 Bikepacking Essentials collection prioritizes ultralight portability without sacrificing functionality, options, or comfort.

Written by Jilli Cluff April 04, 2022

Vanlife: Mercedes-Benz Sprinters increase efficiency with 4-cylinder lineup + new AWD system!

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans have entered a new era of efficiency and environmentally conscience emission standards with a shift to a fully four-cylinder gas and diesel…

Written by Mark Wilson March 10, 2022

Aspen Frontiers duffel rack turns Patagonia bags into hanging cabinets for van life

Outfitting a van with all the amenities you need to stay organized in a tiny space is a daunting undertaking. Cabinets and hard-shell cases take…

Written by Mark Wilson January 28, 2022

#Vanlife: EcoFlow’s quick-charging portable power stations on sale now!

One of the challenges of off-grid camping with modern devices and creature comforts is maintaining enough power. If your camper van or adventure rig doesn’t…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 31, 2021

Come try ALL the outdoor gear at NC Get In Gear Fest (Updated, Postponed)

Outdoor Gear Builders, a collaborative of bike and outdoor gear brands from western North Carolina, is hosting Get In Gear Fest on September 25th in…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 25, 2021

Osprey Raptor Pro adds flexible D3O Back Protector for 2022 hydration pack

Osprey already offers some of the best hydration packs out there. But there’s always room for improvement. For the popular Raptor, that includes the addition…

Written by Jilli Cluff July 30, 2021

Roofnest Sparrow Adventure rooftop tent is designed just for cyclists

Looking to bring your bikes and a rooftop tent? But can’t or won’t use a hitch-mounted rack for your two-wheeled fun machines? The new Roofnest…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 08, 2021

Sena Pi adds universal 2-way wireless communication to any helmet

Sena Technologies, Inc. has been a leader in the powersports connectivity and communications market for a long time, with their add-on comms solutions and integrated…

Written by Chris Chou May 07, 2021

Sea to Summit Alto & Telos pitch lightweight bikepacking-ready TR Tension Ridge tents – Available now!

Outdoor gear maker Sea To Summit is expanding into lightweight technical tents with a full range of modular Alto & Telos TR tents that could…

Written by Cory Benson March 10, 2021

Trailander Trail Groomer maintains MTB trails for snowy fat biking heaven

Finnish company Trailander have developed a mountain bike trail groomer for maintaining trails in snowy conditions. Pulled along by a snow mobile, this steel frame…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan February 23, 2021

Burley Bee and D’Lite X add more options for single and two-child kids bike trailers

Burley have updated their affordable Minnow single-child kids bike trailer, renaming it the Burley Bee. Aside from the name, little has changed save for the…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan January 07, 2021

Cinq Plug5 Pure dynamo-powered topcap mounted charger fits virtually all 1-1/8″ steerers

Cinq have added a slimmed down version of their Plug5 Plus Power Kit to fit a larger range of steerer tubes. The Cinq Plug5 Pure…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan November 02, 2020

Yakima EXO doubles up on hitch cargo options with new swing-away stacked system

Now, maybe more than ever, adventurers are rediscovering the road trip. With travel options limited, getting in the car to socially distance in the wilderness…

Written by Zach Overholt October 26, 2020

Garmin Fenix, Tactix & Instinct Solar watches, powered by the sun for extended ride & activity tracking!

Garmin’s latest premium Fēnix 6 Pro Solar and Tactix Delta Solar Edition adventure smart watches track your biking & other activities with full mapping &…

Written by Cory Benson July 14, 2020

Tentsile return to earth w/ground conversion for Tree Tents, plus new Safari Vista & XL Hammocks

I’d never even heard of tree tents until now. Boy, am I stoked. It seems I’ve been living under a rock, because these elevated campgrounds…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan May 28, 2020

Review: Sealskinz Waterproof Heated Cycle Gloves and Waterproof All-Weather Socks

When the weather gets cold or wet, having good gear can make the difference between an enjoyable ride or the begrudged decision to sit one…

Written by Steve Fisher February 25, 2020

Leave your lantern, light your site with Hydrolight Outdoor Gear’s 2L Reservoir

When it comes to bikepacking or camping, carrying the least amount of gear you can without sacrificing too much comfort is an art. A new…

Written by Steve Fisher February 23, 2020

Sierra Designs Meteor Lite 2 tent pitches grams, gets down to bikepackable weight

Looking for a two-person, pitch-anywhere freestanding tent that’s light enough to throw on the bike? The updated Meteor Lite 2 drops a whopping 10oz off…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 21, 2020