Some of the best travel experiences revolve around culture—tasting it, hearing it, seeing it, immersing yourself in it. That’s certainly true in Texas, and in particular San Antonio, where you’ll discover a tapestry of history, local foods, art, nightlife, and more. Outside sent travel couple Mike and Anne Howard of HoneyTrek to explore San Antonio and immerse themselves in Texas...

　　A quality helmet is the most important piece of gear you can wear during any type of cycling, and this is especially true when mountain biking. While we all try to avoid them, crashes happen, and a good helmet can help prevent injuries to your head and brain. 　　We rounded up a diverse selection of 16 of the best mountain...

　　Greasy, sunscreen-coated skin is a discomfort for many outdoor enthusiasts. The oily lotion on your hands makes it hard to grip rock, and the layer spread onto your arms and legs becomes a grit and dust magnet on hiking trails. But the sun doesn’t care what your plans are. If you don’t protect your skin while recreating outside, you’ll pay...

　　While we all do our best to avoid them, accidents can and do happen, so a quality road bike helmet is the most important piece of gear you can wear while cycling. Thankfully, modern road cycling helmets are better than ever, helping to protect our heads in comfort and style. 　　With so many models on the market to choose from,...

　　The bling vehicles are usually the star attractions at the annual Overland Expo events. The original event of the now four-a-year series across the country is Overland Expo West, which Ive been attending every year since 2012. 　　As usual, I scoured both the vendor area — this year with 415 vendors — and the campgrounds, searching for the truly new...

　　If you have a pup, you’ll need a dog leash — even if the extent of your travels is a once-yearly trip to the vet or monthly groomer visit. The best leashes keep dogs safe and out of trouble and allow owners to maintain control in the event of an emergency. 　　Hundreds of different leashes are available, so it can...

　　Keeping up with the torrent of new stuff is impossible, even when you have been reviewing knives for years. Brands spring up like mushrooms in a forest after the rain. Then they release two dozen blades and see which hit and which don’t. Its daunting to filter through all of this and find good stuff. 　　Vosteed has released several knives in the past...

　　As a critical connection between you and your bike, finding the best mountain bike shoes is very important. Good shoes provide stability, control, and protection while delivering power into the pedals and hopefully remaining comfortable in the process. 　　This seemingly simple piece of gear has evolved significantly over the years, and nowadays, there are as many different styles of shoes...

　　Pivot launched its Vault in 2019, which didnt strike me as anything too different from what was already out in the gravel world. It had the normal-looking carbon frameset and understated visuals, so I didnt give it much thought. But Pivot lauded one small difference — an elastomer sleeve isolates the frame from the seat post. It is unique, patented,...

　　Its an incredible time to explore outdoor gear. Big brands continue to surprise us with interesting new collaborations, often by partnering with startups or individual artists. Thanks to online crowdfunding, smaller companies or individual inventors can bring in millions of dollars to make their crazy idea a reality. 　　Every week, youll find the best and most fascinating new outdoor products...

　　I expect a lot from my flannels. For me, they are more than just a snug fashion statement. I also want mine to keep up on work days. While Patagonia is no stranger to high standards, I put its womens Fjord Flannel to the test. 　　A worthwhile work flannel needs to be comfortable, help regulate body temperature, and allow for...

　　Want to win a new paddleboard for summertime on the lake or a haul of outdoor gear for your hiking and camping adventures? Check out the Asheville booth during the Outside Festival in Denver June 1–2 and enter for a chance to take home great prizes! 　　Asheville SUP Contest: Official Rules 　　Asheville and Outside Editors’ Choice Gear Giveaway: Official Rules...