The Hottest Climbing Gear of 2020
Get expert buying advice from a resident outdoor pro with this lineup of must-have climbing gear this season.
Stories
Coming out of the Grand Canyon to Covid-19
In March of 2020 Covid-19 began to burn its way through the United States. The stock market was crashing, people were getting laid off en masse, zoom calls were skyrocketing and people were dying. In March of 2020, I would…
Must-Have Car Camping Gear for an Adventurous Summer
An epic lineup of this season's hottest car camping gear! Get pro advice on what you need to enjoy a night under the stars this season.
What I Wish I’d Known Before Rafting the Grand Canyon
An Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Rafting the Grand Canyon On March 19th, on a cold gray morning, I left the comfortable known shoreline of Lee’s Ferry and disembarked into the unknown waters of the Grand Canyon. Up until this point…
To Climb or Not to Climb?
So… is it safe to go climbing? Every single one of my climber friends is having a similar conversation. The crag by their house never has anyone at it, so, is that okay? Is crack climbing okay? What about climbing…
How to Get Outdoors Responsibly
Does anyone else feel like the world has turned upside down? Maybe you feel a push and a pull. Our coveted outdoor spaces are slowly opening up during this pandemic. You want to get out and breathe some fresh air,…
Outdoor Retail Stores Are Struggling – Here’s How You Can Support Them
We all know by now that COVID-19 is bringing massive change to our way of life. Many outdoor professionals are not able to do their daily jobs. From National Park Rangers to guides to retail employees, the outdoor community is…
“What Makes a Pro Great?” – A Conversation with Eric Poore
Core outdoor professionals are the backbone and lifeblood of the outdoor industry. They guide, educate, train, keep safe, mentor and lead a wider audience in outdoor recreation. A pro’s experience provides credible assessment of gear quality – they are, afterall,…
The Best Photos Our Gear Testers Have Ever Sent Us
Our gear testers are a team of super Outdoor Prolink pros who live and breathe gear. They use all types of gear for work and play, and they spend a lot of their time outdoors testing gear for our brands,…
How to Choose the Right Sleeping Bag for Your Next Adventure
Get expert advice from our resident dirtbags on how to choose the right sleeping bag for your next big outdoor adventure.