The James Brand released the Ellis, its modern reinterpretation of the iconic Swiss Army Knife. Here's how the company created it.

Thirty-day free trial periods pertain to Casper mattresses and Spotify Premium, but gym shorts? Ten Thousand is confident enough to try it.

Thousands of bike enthusiasts recently gathered at the Sea Otter Classic. Among them were brands that showed off their best new gear.

Proof recently expanded its 72 Hour Merino collection to include new shirts that you'll never have to take off on the road.

Patagonia's rugged Black Hole Duffels are fan favorites, and the lightweight backpack version shares the qualities that made that so. Right now the pack is on sale for 40 percent off.

Created by renowned knife maker Ken Onion, CRKT's Swindle exhibits an unconventional and unique design for a folding pocket knife that earned it an award for "Most Innovative Imported Design" in 2013.

Civivi makes wallet-friendly pocket knives with more affordable materials, but its designs look good enough to pass for custom-made.

Randy Hetrick was on Navy SEAL squadron commander when he created the first TRX suspension trainer, and now you can pick up a TRX for 20 percent off.

Hatchet Outdoor Supply Co. promotes an urban-centered outdoor lifestyle with gear that's functional, stylish and entirely unique.

Leatherman's new Free P Series multi-tools look like many of the company's older models but are better in one critical way.

Arc'teryx's Granville backpack isn't only stylish and well-designed for carrying everyday items, it's also waterproof.

SOG is best known for its knives, but this discounted EDC flashlight is reliable enough to keep in your pocket too.

Patagonia created its new Hose-Down slicker jacket and bibs for the toughest jobs, from farming to crab fishing.

Thesis builds bikes to be versatile enough to handle both pavement and dirt. In the Omni, that means two sets of wheels.

Cast iron isn't lightweight, but it is durable and you can stick it in a campfire without damaging it.

Indestructible coolers are nice, but expensive. Coleman's simpler ice boxes cost as little as $20 at REI's current sale.

The North Face promises that Futurelight, its new outerwear fabric technology, is the most advanced in the world. We got an early first look.

Black Diamond's new Deploy Wind Shell weighs only 48 grams, which is roughly as much as a standard golf ball.

MSR's Hubba series tents are light enough for the trail, spacious enough for the campground and now, cheap enough for an impulse buy.

1620's Work Hoodie isn't cheap, but it is rugged enough for years of work and offers a surprising level of customization.

You want to ride your bike everywhere, not just on local roads.

Alliance Designs worked with designer Brian Efros to make the new Ice Lite pocket knife affordable without sacrificing quality.

Kammok's 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.)

The foundation of comfort during a gym session or long run is a decent pair of shorts. Some of the best are on sale for up to 30 percent off.

Nike's first trail running shoe to feature its React foam is the Terra Kiger 5.

Peak Design's Travel Collection is anchored be an awesome backpack, but its tech organizer and Dopp kit are excellent too.

No matter where you're traveling to, you'll need a bag, and there's nothing more functional than a cavernous, weatherproof, backpack strap-equipped duffel.

Knog's new Cobber bike lights are straightforward but offer a wide range of features that every bike rider will appreciate.

Rhone made its Celliant Tee with more fitness tech than we're used to, including one that helps regulate blood flow. It's on sale for 31 percent off now.

Oru Kayak, the San Francisco-based maker of origami boats, just released its newest vessel since 2016, the two-person Haven.

Kammok's new Ultralight Collection is a full camping setup that's lighter and cheaper than the most progressive tents available.

Savannah Cummins, Jef Johnson and Chris Burkard share their favorite accessories for outdoor photography.

Patagonia's sustainable food company, Patagonia Provisions, just released Long Root Wit, its second ever beer.

Mystery Ranch is known for the rugged bags it supplies to the military, but the In and Out is lightweight, packable, and currently on sale.

Black Ember's WPRT backpack is waterproof, good looking, and customizable with modular pouches. But is it overbuilt?

CRKT's new XOC — pronounced "shock" — is a premium folding pocket knife on a huge scale.

What you wear on a bike matters, not just for comfort but also for style. These small bike brands will give you both.

Our favorite coffee maker for camping, the GSI Outdoors JavaPress, is currently on sale for 20 percent off — just in time for cool mornings in the woods.

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.

Victorinox released a limited-edition collection of Swiss Army knives that look noticably different from its classic red.

With proper care and attention, any pocket knife — even the cheap ones — can become a generational heirloom.

Patagonia worked with Oregon-based Danner to create its first ever collaboration products: two pairs of wading boots for fishermen.

Naglev's Unico Hiker is a hiking shoe made by hand with an unlikely combination of Kevlar and wool. Right now it's 25 percent off.

At first glance, Kershaw's Leek is an unremarkable pocket knife. But it's the tech inside, and this 54 percent discount, that make it great.