Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia
Garmin Epix Pro vs. Polar Grit X2 Pro – which GPS adventure watch goes the distance?
Which of these flagship rugged smartwatches reign supreme? We break down all the key differences between the Garmin Epix Pro and Polar Grit X2 Pro and declare a winner.
Trek Verve+ 1 Lowstep LT review – a great ebike for first-time riders
The Trek Verve+ 1 Lowstep LT is an entry-level ebike with lots of well-thought-out features and high-quality components.
I tried this budget-friendly heated massage gun on my sore muscles – 5 things that surprised me
The Bob and Brad C2 Pro Massage Gun comes with five attachments, including a heated/cooled massage head.
Nocs Field Tube hands-on: This lightweight telescope is built for outdoor adventures
Stylish and tough-built, the Nocs Field Tube is perfect for birdwatching, sightseeing, sporting events and so much more.
Forget canned air – this rechargeable, ‘jet-powered’ duster is my new favorite gadget
Like a miniature leaf blower, the Kica Jet Fan 2 makes dusting gadgets and removing pet hair a task I look forward to.
How to store your ski and snowboard gear in the offseason like a pro
We chatted with former pro skier Jonah Deshner for tips and tricks on keeping your winter gear in tip-top shape in the warmer months.
I walked 5K+ steps with the G-Shock Move and Polar Grit X2 Pro— here's the winner
Here's how the $300 G-Shock Move DWH5600 stands up against the $750 Polar Grit X2 Pro in a step count showdown.
Google is finally catching up to Apple and Garmin on fitness-tracking data
Android smartwatch users are about to get improved running data thanks to Wear OS 5.
I tried to ride Trek’s new ebike up the steepest hill in Seattle — and it didn’t go as planned
Is Trek’s latest commuter-friendly electric bike a match for the steepest climb in town?
I walked 5,500 steps with the Garmin Forerunner 165 and Polar Grit X2 Pro — here’s the winner
Our Garmin Forerunner 165 vs. Polar Grit X2 Pro showdown looks which device is more accurate at counting steps.
5 outdoor adventure-ready smartwatches I recommend for tracking summertime fun
These wearables are the cream of the crop if you're looking to keep tabs on your next outdoor adventure, by land or sea.
The greatest packable, insulated travel jacket I've ever owned is on sale right now for 20% off
The L.L. Bean PrimaLoft Packaway Hooded Jacket is the greatest synthetic, packable puffer I've ever owned.
TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro hands-on: an impressive GPS smartwatch with a cloudy future
Not yet ratedThe new TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro sports a slimmer case, a tougher design and streamlined wellness software.
Polar Grit X2 Pro hands-on — 7 things that surprise me about this new rugged smartwatch
Our senior writer for fitness and wearables reviews plenty of GPS watches for a living, but he found a few surprises when using the new Polar Grit X2 Pro adventure smartwatch.
Calling all golfers — the Garmin Approach S70 GPS golf watch sees a rare price drop
You can also save big on other Garmin GPS-enabled golf smartwatches, including the Approach S62 and S12.
7 hiking gear essentials I recommend for the ultimate outdoor adventure
From appropriate footwear to base layers, hydration, rain protection and more, here's my hiking gear essentials list.
Garmin’s Mother’s Day sale is on — 5 GPS smartwatch deals I’d buy right now
The Garmin Forerunner Garmin Instinct 2 Solar, Venu 3 and Aproach S62 are all discounted.
Helinox Chair Zero — 5 reasons I take this camping chair everywhere I go
The Helinox Chair Zero weighs just 18 ounces, takes less than a minute to assemble and stores in a water bottle-sized sleeve.
Helly Hansen spring outerwear sale — 9 deals I recommend starting at $15
High-tech rain jackets, t-shirts, puffers and more from Norwegian outerwear brand Helly Hansen are marked down by as much as 50% right now.
I hiked 35 miles in Scarpa's Rush 2 Mid GTX — and they’re the most comfortable waterproof hiking boots I’ve ever worn
The Scarpa Rush 2 Mid GTX hiking boots are jam-packed with technical features without looking dorky.
New Balance spring sale — 5 deals I'd sprint to starting at $22
New Balance has both high-fashion and high-tech footwear on sale for up to 34% off.
These 5 eco-friendly outdoor clothing brands make it easy to repair and recycle your old clothes
Policies like credits for trade-ins and free repairs for the life of a garment benefit both the customers and the environment.
Peloton's free app bites the dust — here's 3 workout apps to use instead
RIP Peloton’s free unlimited membership tier. We hardly knew ya.
