Outdoors

The right running gear can help you make the most of your training. After extensive research and testing with passionate runners, here’s what we recommend.

The best shoes for you are the ones you won’t think about much once you’re on the road. Finding them may involve trial and error. Here’s how to get started.

We tested 14 pairs of gloves and mittens to find the best ones to keep you warm on the slopes.

The Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket is our choice for a cozy puffy blanket to either curl up in or spread out on the ground.

Whether your sleeping bag is filled with down or down alternative, here’s how to clean it.

The plush, cozy REI Co-op Siesta Hooded 20 Sleeping Bag is our pick for car campers. We also have picks for backpackers, couples, and more.

A great outdoor pack should be comfortable to carry, durable, and designed to offer easy access to hydration. Here are five backpacks we think kids will love.

From headlamps to hiking shoes, here are some of our favorite, Wirecutter-approved items for hiking.

After testing 34 hand warmers over six years, we recommend the Zippo HeatBank 9s Plus as the best way to keep your hands warm this winter.

If you want to take photos and videos in any situation, even extreme weather, the GoPro Hero13 Black is the best option for most people.

The Hydro Flask 24 oz Wide Mouth with Flex Chug Cap is our choice to keep your water cold for hours, wherever you may take it.

We’ve tested 17 top-rated telescopes over the years, and we’re certain the Celestron NexStar 5SE provides the best image quality and ease of use for beginners.

If you’d like to get outside more this winter in spite of (or maybe because of) the snow, we recommend the MSR Evo Trail Snowshoes.

We tested 11 pairs of ski and snowboard goggles in all types of weather over the course of a winter. Here’s what we learned.

After trudging through snow and ice in 36 pairs of boots, we’ve chosen 11 that will keep you warm, dry, and stable all winter long.

The Shibumi Shade is a lightweight, nimble beach shelter that works better than most umbrellas.

Looking for fun in the sun? Whether you're headed for the beach or the pool this summer, we've picked out the best toys to keep kids (and adults) entertained.

It takes a shot glass’s worth of sunscreen to adequately cover a body in a swimsuit. Look for broad spectrum SPF 30 or higher and a scent and feel you like.