
Cycling’s First African-American World Champ Did It Without Brakes
The journey of 1899 title winner Major Taylor is even more remarkable when you consider the kind of bike that got him there.

The journey of 1899 title winner Major Taylor is even more remarkable when you consider the kind of bike that got him there.

The brand has a reputation for working with designers on unusual folding blades. This unique knife continues this tradition spectacularly.
By Sean Tirman

The Pete Gerber-designed LST has been an affordable pint-sized folder for 45 years. Now it has a feisty little brother.

M16s and Pilar IIIs and Clever Girls, oh my! The brand is currently offering discounts of up to 29% off several beloved blades.

The knife that started it all keeps evolving. This latest version boasts a rare high-end steel.
By Sean Tirman

Italy-based Lionsteel takes full credit for the Q4ttro, a MagnaCut-bladed beauty that (technically) deploys four different ways.

Tenable’s colorful Kryo boasts a robust blade, crossbar lock, multiple deployment methods and more.

This entry, a redux of Vero Engineering's triple-flipper titanium blade, may be an even bigger crowd-pleaser.
By Sean Tirman

Now is the ideal time to buy the backpack that helped build an entire brand and worldwide fitness movement.
By Ben Bowers

Fascinating drops from Böker, Spyderco, Al Mar and other beloved brands highlight this roundup of sharp and shiny objects.
By Sean Tirman and Steve Mazzucchi

With ski season getting into gear, it's the perfect time to score early deals on top-notch jackets, pants and bibs.

The relaunch of these Mystery Ranch bags includes a host of clever, welcome updates.
By Sean Tirman

Legendary tactical brand Al Mar Knives devised this sneakily clever cutting tool with some surprising functionality.
By Sean Tirman

The Tom-Hitchcock-designed Daktyl Slide Lock boasts unique deployment, clip-on carry and a clutch bonus function.

As solid as the brand's exceptional EDC gear is, the best thing about this fan-favorite, time-tested brand is service-related.
By Sean Tirman

At less than $1,000, Cannondale's Trail 1 hardtail boasts an ingredient that might be even better for beginning riders than full squish.

These slopes-to-streets wraparound shades get a host of modern updates, making them better than ever before.
By Sean Tirman

Highlighting the BRLW Meteorite Damast’s bevy of high-end materials is a blade steel element from outer freakin’ space.

This exclusive Michele Pensato design shares numerous elements with the legendary Sebenza to brilliant effect.
By Sean Tirman

Has the North Face finally reached its footwear summit?
By Jack Seemer