It can seem like the barriers to getting into rock climbing can be more daunting than scaling a crag itself. As well finding a partner and learning the various techniques, there's all the kit you need ...

Even experienced campers have trouble remembering all the odds and ends that you need to set up your home away from home in the great outdoors. There are so many easy-to-forget items, like a pillow, ...

Heading on a big ski trip this winter? Here’s a checklist of gear and accessories that you should bring. We get it, packing and prepping for a big ski trip can be overwhelming. Before you get to the ...

We test a lot of gear here at Outside, and we have the data to prove it. For the 2025 Summer Gear Guide on Outside, Backpacker, and Climbing, our gear editors, category managers, and testers put more ...

Whether you’re preparing for your first backpacking trip or packing the night before your once-in-a-lifetime, it’s important to remember the essentials with a backpacking checklist. I’ve been ...