In breaking down our most popular outdoors and fitness stories of 2018, one thing is for certain: our readers love running shoes. Half of the stories on this list center around the topic. But beyond running shoes, cycling, hiking and mutli-tools were also popular. Our team spent countless hours compiling these stories to offer sound and thoughtful advice on what products to pay attention to, and which don’t even deserve a second glance.
The 12 Best New Running Shoes of Winter 2018
There’s something for everyone.
The 8 Best Gym Shoes for Every Type of Workout
Whether you hit the CrossFit Box or lift weights at the gym, there’s a gym sneaker in here for you.
Everything You Know About Running Shoes Is Wrong
Diagnosed as an under- or overpronator? According to these experts, that’s all hogwash.
This Year’s Best Commuter Bikes for Any Budget
Get from home to work and back again in fine style.
This New Rugged 4×4 Camper Is the Most Affordable We’ve Seen
Bursting onto the scene of adventure vehicles, Hunter RMV converts vehicles used by the military into expedition trucks — at a reasonable price point.
The Best Rain Jackets of 2018
A lot has changed since heavy, unbreathable plastic rain slickers were standard all-weather apparel; today’s rain jackets are lighter, softer, more breathable, stretchy and more waterproof than ever.
This New Camp Blanket Will Make You Ditch Your Sleeping Bag
Kammok’s new Bobcat trail quilt is designed with features that make it versatile enough to replace that old camping standard. (It works great for lounging at home too.)
Experts Say These Are the Best Pocket Knives of the Year
The Knife of the Year Awards recognize the best knives of the year, as voted on by more than 200 industry professionals. Here are four of the most notable winners.
9 Running Shoes You’ll Want to Wear All the Time
The only shoes you’ll want to wear all summer long.
The Best Hiking Boots of 2018
Unlike concrete sidewalks and gravel paths, the trail calls for hardened and supportive footwear to combat dirt, mud, jagged rocks and streams. The answer is hiking boots and hiking shoes, and these are the best…