Adventure and Exploration


A Beloved Tactical Brand Resurrects an Iconic Vietnam-Era Military Staple
PDW rehashes a historically effective hat for the modern era.

Does This Kickstarter-Breaking Ultralight, Ultra-Tough Travel Pack Live Up to the Hype?
There are some very compelling reasons this impressive bag has crushed its crowdfunding goal by nearly $400,000.

Buck Gives the Grandfather of Fighting Knives a Bold Heritage Reissue
This distinctly American blade gets an appropriately patriotic 250th-anniversary redesign with a few material tweaks.

BMW’s Sweet Retro-Styled Adventure Bike Gets Even More Compelling
Throwback spirit, modern tech and custom-level paint add up to one nearly irresistible off-road-ready package.

One of Suzuki’s Coolest, Most Versatile and Affordable Motos Is Finally Coming to the US
Recently filed paperwork confirms the brand’s compelling touring/sport crossover bike is headed to our shores.

A Rare New Benchmade Collaboration Knife Angles to Be a Collector’s Grail
Premium blade steel, a uniquely evocative handle treatment and a worthy cause add up to something special.

This Surprisingly Affordable New Field Watch Could Send Snoopy Running for the Hills
An upstart Portland brand’s latest spin with America’s beloved forest guardian is arguably the coolest yet.

CJRB Adds a Sunset-Proof Feature to Its Coolest Super-Affordable Flipper
The eye-catching knife only becomes more compelling with the introduction of a radiant user-friendly upgrade.

Could This Clever, Modular System Change Truck Camping?
Tune Outdoor has some slick new offerings that promise to make pickup-based adventure rigs even more inviting.

Leatherman’s Rugged Outdoor Multi-Tool Just Got a Tougher Military Reissue
This packable folding tool was already one of the brand's best offerings, but this upgrade makes it even more formidable.
By Sean Tirman

This Legendary 60-Year-Old Boot Has Never Been More Outdoor Adventure-Ready
You might be familiar with the classic Clark's Wallabee. But you've definitely never seen it like this before.
By Sean Tirman

9 New Pocket Knives, Multi-Tools and EDC Items You Might Have Missed
Surprise and specialty drops from Buck, Kansept, Spyderco, Kershaw and more pinged off our radar this week.
By Sean Tirman and Steve Mazzucchi

Can a Cult-Favorite Brand Topple Yeti with a More Affordable Adventure Duffle?
Not only can this bag do everything the Yeti Panga can, but it also has a larger capacity and costs $75 less.
By Sean Tirman

Merrell’s Cult-Favorite Sneaker Gets a Warm-Weather Remix
The hiking brand's archival sneaker fuses the worlds of the street and the trail better than ever before.
By Ethan Brehm

Luminox’s Affordable Chronograph Dive Watch Takes to the Trails
The tactical brand's two new editions bring this ocean-going timepiece ashore, honoring the spirit of hiking and other outdoor activities.
By Sean Tirman

Spyderco Morphs a Fan-Favorite Folder into a Highly Formidable Outdoor Knife
Made in collaboration with beloved knifemaker Kevin Smock, this second team-up takes things in an adventurous direction.
By Sean Tirman

A Revitalized Brand’s Coolest Moto Finally Reaches Our Shores
The powerful new adventure bike beautifully blends Italian design, versatile capability and rider-friendly tech.

These Might Be The North Face’s Most Versatile EDC and Travel Bags Ever
With durable weatherproof exteriors and modularity at their core, these rugged packs have all the bases covered.
By Sean Tirman
