As a follow-up to 2016's Pescado, Line's Sakana stands out as one of the most innovative all-mountain skis since the term "parabolic" was everyday ski jargon.

Statgear's latest pocket knife, the Slinger, is a small flipper that's made with high-quality materials that'll last day after day.

A good headlamp is a reliable light source. Any additional features should be practical and uncompromising, not gimmicky.

I thought I found my perfect running shoe, but then Mizuno went and made one that might just be better.

Sweden-based Fjällräven makes some of the best outdoor gear available, and right now it's on sale for up to 50 percent off.

W.R. Case & Sons has been making its pocket knives since 1889. Right now, many of its folders are on sale for 43 percent off.

Astorflex makes its Bitflex Chelsea boot by hand in Italy using premium European leather and 100% natural rubber.

Good hiking socks are arguably as important as a daypack or a down jacket. Right now, you can get the best for a discount at Backcountry.

Ventile is a fabric that was originally created for British fighter pilots but makes a practical weather layer in American Trench's jackets, which are now 25 percent off.

Spot X is the first and only GPS device to allow two-way text messaging without connecting to a smartphone. We put it to the test on the tallest mountain in the Adirondacks.

Based in Michigan, Superior Wilderness Designs crafts custom, made-to-order hiking backpacks that won't break the bank.

Mission Workshop updated the classic bomber jacket, a style once worn by Navy and Air Force pilots, with highly-technical materials normally found in outdoor gear.

Based in Leadville, Colorado, Melanzana makes technical fleece products that are often compared to the best available from companies like Patagonia and The North Face.

Grail-worthy Red Wing boots last as long as the company's 110 year history, and right now they're on sale for up to 70 percent off.

Outdoor gear is lightweight, durable and made to provide comfort away from the home. As a result, it's ideal for tailgating at the game.

The North Face just launched its 2019 Summit Series collection, proving that it still knows what technical outdoor gear should be.

Buck Knives created the original 112 Ranger in 1972, and now the iconic pocket knife has been remade with updated materials.

The wildly-popular wool shoe that's casual yet fit for the office is on sale for over 30 percent off.

Prana's Mojo shorts find the Goldilocks zone between style and comfort, and I'd wear them every day if nobody would notice.

The earliest iteration of fleece was pile, the fluffy, sheep-like stuff that's now considered retro enough to be trendy again.

These aren't the 60-liter-plus bags used for long distance trekking, but they come with all the same features that make walking in the wilderness enjoyable.

I've had the same stainless steel water bottle for ten years, and HydraPak's collapsible Stash bottle might have just replaced it.

WESN Goods' exceptionally-pocketable Microblade knife earned over $200,000 on Kickstarter. Now, it's available for purchase on Amazon.

Mammut's history of producing mountain safety equipment took another step today with the release of the Wall Rider MIPS.

Patagonia products -- including the classic Synchilla Fleece and the innovative Micro Puff Jacket -- are on sale for up to 50 percent off.

With deep roots in the outdoor industry, Crescent Down Works makes made-to-order down apparel by hand in its Seattle factory.

The flannel shirt will always be a signature fall layer. Right now, Uniqlo is selling a huge array of them for only $20 each.

A look at the pocketknife industry through the lens of its designers.

Lorpen's T3+ ski sock is the first sock to use Polartec's Alpha Insulation, which was originally developed for US Special Forces.

Peter Buchanan-Smith founded Best Made Co. with one product: an axe with a painted handle. Now the company is a lifestyle brand with a devout following.

SOG unveiled its new XR lock on an updated version of its everyday-friendly Terminus pocket knife.

Zenbivy's newest riff on the sleeping bag is a three-in-one sleep system that provides extra comfort through adaptability.

CRKT's Deviation is a folding pocket knife with aesthetics straight from the year 2525. It's also a great EDC blade, and it's 50 percent off.

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 available.

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.)

Snow Peak makes a point to make its outdoor apparel as stylish as it is functional. Right now, it's offering 2018 styles for 55 percent off.

Satisfy is the antitheses of the mainstream running brand, but it teamed up with one to make its first shoe.

The vocabulary used to describe a pocket knife may not be as complex as that which speaks to mechanical watches or automobiles, but if you want to sound like an expert, there are a few that you should commit to memory.

Gap's new performance brand, Hill City, comes off as standard-issue athleisure. Take a closer look and you'll see that it blends the performance-casual apparel you'd expect with items inspired by the outdoor industry.

Peak Design just revealed two new travel duffels but with less than 12 hours in its Kickstarter campaign, you'll have to move fast to get them.

If you look beyond the big brands, you'll find a number of small makers who work by hand to make some of the best outdoor backpacks available.

After spending a full year riding from Amsterdam to Singapore, Martijn Doolaard is on his bike again. This time, he's riding from Vancouver to Patagonia.

Fleece is light and warm, even when it gets wet. Right now, there are a ton of fleece tops from brands like Patagonia and Penfield on sale for as much as 60 percent off.

Most souvenirs are cheap. Not the goods made by Parks Project, an action-minded brand that just launched a new line of hats.