gear

We tested work-boot insoles for arch support, shock absorption, fit, and durability. Here are the picks we trust for long shifts on hard floors.

We tested wheel-on and direct-drive trainers, from budget magnetic stands to Zwift-ready smart units, to find the quiet, stable picks worth the money.

We tested inflatable kayaks for lakes, rivers, and fishing. Our picks cover budget solos, stable tandems, and drop-stitch touring boats.

We tested eight inflatable SUPs to find the best all-around board, the widest family decks, and a budget pick that still holds its shape.

We tested ice cleats on refrozen sidewalks, icy trails, and sloped driveways to find the pairs that grip hardest and stay put on your boots.

We tested eight over-shoe ice cleats on sidewalks, driveways and icy trails. What grips, what stays on, and what survives a full winter.

We tested incline treadmills from a 40% hiking simulator to push-button walking pads. Here are the ones worth your floor space, and why.

We tested hydration packs for day hikes, from ultralight options to 20L gear haulers, and picked the ones that carry water comfortably.

We tested hard-sided ice chests from Igloo, Coleman, YETI, Engel and more to find which keep ice and stay easy to move when loaded.

We tested hydration packs for hikes, runs, and rides. Here’s which reservoir, harness, and storage combination earns a place on your back.