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Arc’teryx Sperro SV First Look: A $1,200 Hardshell Built to Be Recycled

Gear, Jackets

Arc'teryx just put a price tag on circularity, and it's a whopping $1,200. The Arc'teryx Sperro SV Jacket — the first to be built on the brand's new System

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Thule T2 Pro XTR Review: Is It Worth the Price?

Transport

We have always loved the easy tilt-release handle. It is brilliantly placed at the rear of the rack and it is easy to operate with one person. At

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Kuat NV 2.0 Review: Is this Top-Rated Hitch Rack Worth $989?

Transport

I've owned an earlier-generation NV for over a decade now, alongside car-top racks, uprights, and a fair amount of Thule gear, so I know what actually matters once

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Yakima StageTwo 2-Bike Hitch Rack: The Highest Weight Rating in Its Class

Transport

Most hitch racks top out around 50 to 60 lbs per bike. The Yakima StageTwo is rated for 70 lbs per bike on the road and while towing

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RTIC 20-Can Ultra-Tough Soft Cooler Review: Serious Ice Retention at Half the Price

Coolers

I put off writing this review because I kept reaching for this cooler. That's probably the best thing I can say about it. After a full day of

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Patagonia Granite Crest Rain Jacket Review: Outstanding Protection, Nearly Perfect Fit

Jackets

The Patagonia Granite Crest is the kind of rain jacket that quickly earns its place in your gear closet. It has been my trusty companion through a genuinely

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Marmot Limelight vs Tungsten: Which Should You Buy? (2026)

Tents

The additional storage cubbies at the head of the Marmot Limelight 2 are a defining difference from the Tungsten 2.  Quick Verdict  Both the Limelight and Tungsten series

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Arc’teryx Norvan Jacket Review: GORE-TEX Weather Protection at Trail Running Weight

Jackets

Bottom Line: The Arc'teryx Norvan is the most breathable, lightest waterproof running jacket I've tested. The hood has some fit issues, and it's genuinely expensive — but if

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Patagonia Storm Racer Review (2026): The Best Waterproof Running Jacket for Most Runners

Jackets

Quick Verdict: The Patagonia Storm Racer is the best waterproof running jacket for most trail runners. H2No® 3-layer construction delivers reliable waterproofing in a 204 g / 7.2

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Best Running Jackets of 2026: Wind, Rain, and Breathable Shells Tested

Jackets

The short answer: The best running jacket depends entirely on what you're running in. Wind and cold call for the Patagonia Houdini, Arc'teryx Squamish, Rab Vital Hoody, or

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