I hate checking a bag. Waiting at an airport luggage carousel with a bunch of other weary travelers after a long flight is not my idea of a good time. I’d rather pack light and rewear certain items ...

I’ve relied on an inReach for years to ensure I had some kind of backup plan when things went south, and it’s saved me more than a few times. With this month’s launch of the Messenger Plus ($500), ...

After fishing for any length of time, you quickly learn that there are a few must-have tools in your tackle box. Pliers, scissors, and a knife are mandatory on just about every fishing trip I go on.

Spotting scopes are an incredibly useful tool to have in the field. They help us reach out and see things way farther than a set of binoculars can do. The problem with spotting scopes is the extra ...

There’s no real way to explain the pricing structure of knives. Brand, materials, function, and country of origin all play a role in retail pricing. But still, the numbers are all over the place.

Bumping through the African highlands in the back of a dusty Land Rover, summiting a rain-soaked Appalachian peak, sipping coffee with friends in a hipster downtown shop — these are just a few of the ...

The 2026 Overland Expo West show in Flagstaff, Ariz., proved its worth by showcasing unique overland builds, how-to talks, and the latest and greatest in gear. From newly released adventure rigs and ...

National parks are among the nation’s most beloved treasures. With locations stretching from remote Alaska wilderness to an urban downtown, their popularity varies, and many of these 63 parks ...

The budget process has two steps. First, the President will issue his proposed budget, which acts as a kind of wish list. Then, Congress has to iron out the details and pass funding bills, which will ...

My greatest fear surfaces in a deep panic before a big trip: “Did I pack the charger? Do I have my passport? Did I stop the mail?” Outside a spreadsheet stacked deep with satisfying checkboxes, the ...

I’ve spent too many mornings frustrated with a soaking wet blind bag after wading across the marsh. This morning was different. As I slid the Divebomb Waterproof Zip Backpack off my shoulders and ...

After wrapping up a weekend of guiding rock climbing in Joshua Tree this spring, my coworker and I had some personal time to explore the National Park. We decided to try to find a little-known cave ...