Black Friday is just a few days away, and the big question to outdoor retailers is, will you stay open? REI recently announced all 151 stores will remain closed Friday, in an effort to encourage employees and customers to #OptOutside instead. Patagonia and Outdoor Research are ...read more

• By SNEWS
  Nov 21, 2017

Back in the 1970s, climbing harnesses were nothing more than a few straps. Now, buyers consider the weight, material, number of gear loops, durability, and so on. Our friends at Climbing Magazine put together a little history on the essential piece of gear. Vote now for the brand ...read more

• By SNEWS
  Aug 21, 2018

Whether you hit the rock climbing gym every once in a while or you're constantly rushing out of work to get in as many routes at the local crag before the sun goes down, we know you have a favorite pair of shoes. Some brands have been cobbling for decades and others are new to ...read more

• By SNEWS
  Apr 24, 2018

Cold, wet paws can ruin even a powder day, which is why gloves are lauded as one of the most important pieces of gear. Gloves or mittens, skinning or snowshoeing or just braving the bitter air, these brands are all trying to keep you from thinking about frostbite. Which brand ...read more

• By SNEWS
  Feb 26, 2019

Is there a hiker among us who doesn't fantasize about lacing up boots, loading up a pack, and hitting the trail for two weeks, a month, or even half a year? Long trails are the stuff of dreams. So we want to know: Which one is on your bucket list? *Note: There are so many others, ...read more

• By SNEWS
  Feb 20, 2018

It's the outdoor version of "Which celebrity would you like to have dinner with?" One lucky voter will win the Eddie Bauer First Ascent Terrain 55L pack. Enter your email below to register, and vote in the poll to win this sweet pack. Imagine yourself pinned down in a storm ...read more

• By SNEWS
  Mar 28, 2017