outdoors
26 Gift Ideas for the Outdoorsy People in Your Life
Next time you tell that outdoorsy friend or family member to take a hike, make sure they head into the great outside equipped to enjoy it. In this guide, we have more than two dozen gift recommendations ranging from a titanium French press to a wool hat woven in Kathmandu. Our Gear team has tested […]
I Test-Drove Honda’s Teensy Motocompacto Electric Scooter
I ride a lot of electric kick scooters here in New York City, and no one has ever smiled fondly at me as I zip around town. I get the occasional, “How fast does it go?” when I’m on the burlier scooters, but that’s it. Riding Honda’s new Motocompacto, however, was a heck of a […]
The Best Festival Accessories and Gear
Dialing in what to bring with you when attending any festival takes a lot of trial and error. Reader, I’ve made a lot of errors, from improper footwear to feeling dehydrated. After years of attending concerts, raves, and other live events, I’ve managed to fine-tune the best festival accessories for any situation. Whether you’re camping, […]
The Best Electric Kick Scooters
I’ve tested a ton of scooters. Not all of them deserve a spot above, but some are still worth a mention. These are a few other good scooters I like: Navee S65 for $1,099: Navee is a relatively new brand growing its presence in the US, and I had a great time using the S65 […]
Our Favorite Gear for Everyday Sun Protection
The sun is shining and it’s back for revenge, but we’re ready. We’ve got sunblock, SPF lip balm, and we’ve got everyday clothes that will not only keep you cool but protect you from the sun’s harmful rays. Each of our picks is SPF or UPF rated to provide protection from skin-damaging UVA and UVB […]
Our Favorite Merino Wool Clothes to Keep You Comfy in Any Weather
Merino wool is a super fiber. Merino T-shirts somehow manage to be comfortable in 95-degree-Fahrenheit heat, and merino hoodies keep you warm well below freezing. Unlike synthetic fibers derived from petroleum, merino wool is natural and renewable. One sheep can produce 4 to 5 pounds of wool per year. That’s because the sheep that make […]