2024 Adventure Tech: 10 Of Our Favorite Gadgets
Adventure tech has come a very long way in the past few years. And while many folks enjoy taking to the wilderness to get away from technology, there is no denying that some gadgets can make an adventure go from good to great. Whether you rely on tech to give you a bit of a […]
REI Anniversary Sale 2024: Get Stoked For New Gear!
Clap your hands and stomp your feet, it’s time for the REI Anniversary Sale! We’re stoked for new gear at big discounts and have been waiting for this sale like kids waiting for Christmas.
Get Geared Up: Epic Spring Sales
If spring has you dreaming about new gear now is the time to pick up a few pieces. There are epic spring sales happening that’ll get you geared up and ready for life outside. From cottage brands to some of the bigger names in the outdoor industry, we’ve rounded up all the best deals so you can shop easier.
Easy Peasy Car Camping Weekend: Treat Yourself
Sometimes we all need a break from the craziness of life, epic adventures included! Sometimes we just need an easy peasy car camping weekend. Some frills, some simple pleasures, lots of relaxing. A weekend of treat yourself vibes. The other week, I was feeling this way and decided to head out to my nearest National Park for a weekend of car glamping. Based in Tucson, I spent the weekend in Saguaro National Park.
Spring Forward Gear Guide 2024
Spring is in the air!
If you find yourself itching to hit the trails and head out on adventures, you’ve found yourself in the right place. I’ve rounded up some exciting new gear that’ll help you have fun this season. From car camping to the most epic off-trail routes, these pieces have been curated to show off some of the best pieces of spring gear to support the way you play.
How to Calculate Backpack Weight with LighterPack
Want to calculate backpack weight more effeciently? LighterPack is a free, easy-to-use tool to get you there.
5 Pieces Of Backpacking Gear Worth Spending Money On
A comprehensive guide to the five pieces of backpacking gear worth spending money on.
GearTrade Reviews and Business Model, In-Depth Interview
We interview GearTrade COO Rob Reinfurt about the used gear business model, customer service, and how people use the website for crazy deals on outdoor gear
Meet Big Outdoors, A Cottage Gear Online Retailer
Our philosophy is, if you’re a seasoned outdoorsman and you know a lot about the outdoors, you can go to our site and know there’s quality products on there. Inversely, if you know very little about the outdoors and just need some stuff you know will be good, you can go to Big Outdoors and find a couple options that will work.
Community Highlight: Watch Every Mile of the John Muir Trail in Minutes
HitTheRoadZak showcases the John Muir Trail in minutes via a second of video for every mile of his hike. Interview with the NOBO duo.