Whether you're pounding pavement or hitting trails, you need a trusty pair of running shoes by your side. Whether you prefer a lightweight runner to heavier, cushion-friendly kicks -- or a pair outfit with smart sensors -- we have you covered with our picks of the best running shoes.

If you're an avid hiker or cyclist, encountering rainy weather is a fact of nature. Stay dry with Showers Pass Crosspoint waterproof socks and gloves.

It's time to start thinking about summer riding, and the Showers Pass Summer Riding Collection has you covered from head to toe. The company blended merino wool with synthetic fibers to create technical apparel to take you comfortably riding around the town and out on the trail.

We've compiled a list of the best cheap fitness trackers you can buy. If you're on a budget, looking for something simple, or simply testing the wearable waters, our list offers something for everyone whether you're looking for the most stylish, the best battery life, or the best overall.

The terms smartwatch and fitness trackers are nearly interchangeable as companies like Apple or Fitbit release wearables that so deftly accomplish both skillsets. To help narrow the field of the best smartwatches for fitness, we sorted through the market to find those worthy of a spot on your wrist.

Fitbit's latest smartwatch, the Versa, is an impressive wearable but without built-in GPS, does it have what it takes to supplant the Ionic as the brand's signature smart fitness tracker? Its updated operating system (for now), sleeker design, and cheaper price tag suggest it has what it takes.

It's never a bad time to tune your bike. To help we've included the best methods for cleaning and evaluating moving parts, as well as how to apply a new layer of grease. Get your road bike or mountain bike ready for riding -- just in time for spring.

Whether you're projecting on a hard sport route, tackling steep water ice, or making a push for the summit, these are the best climbing harnesses you can buy. Our picks include sport, trad, and ice climbing options.

Fitbit's fitness tracker and smartwatch lineups are huge and continue to grow. The devices are made for use with Apple, Android, and Windows but if you lack tech savvy, you might not know how to get started. Here's how to sync your Fitbit tracker or smartwatch.

We tested the Parsec 20 from Therm-a-Rest's new line of Fast & Light sleeping bags on a two-week foray into the backcountry. A combination of warmth, light weight, and unique features make the Parsec 20 an ideal three-season sleeping bag that is perfect for alpine endeavors.

Whether you're just testing out the ebike waters or getting back into riding, you want a bike that is simple, stylish, and comfortable. Blix's new Sol ebike is designed like a beach cruiser meant for your daily commute -- with a low step-through style that makes for easy mounting and dismounting.

Known for designing and manufacturing some of the best sleeping pads and bags in the outdoor industry, Therm-a-Rest is more than just a gear company. Digital Trends went behind the scenes of the company's Seattle headquarters to learn more about its research, development, and sustainability practices.

Polartec leads the outdoor industry in the creation of sustainable fabrics with its introduction of 80 percent post-consumer recycled Power Fill insulation just last year. The company now unveils 100 percent recycled Power Fill insulation -- upcycling more than 1 billion post-consumer plastic bottles in the process.

The Sno-Go is a ski bike for everyone -- despite age, skill level, or experience and whether you like groomers, tree runs, or fresh powder.

It's hard to jam out to tunes while playing in the outdoors, as helmets get in the way of headphones and traditional helmet audio systems block out other noises. The Domio Pro solves this problem, providing surround sound audio while allowing you to hear noises around you -- now with voice communication.

Many people associate grilling food with the great outdoors. While traditional portable grills are made of aluminum, the CasusGrill is constructed of completely natural materials -- and can be tossed in a bonfire and burned after use. The grill makes for a delicious meal anytime, anyplace.

Mountain Safety Research continues making strides in the outdoor industry -- but recently shifted its focus to global health efforts, outlined by the provision to safe drinking water to those in need. The MSR Impact Project aims to accelerate these efforts with various fundraising options.

Exploring the backcountry often leaves you without a cell phone signal or network connection, which can be detrimental in the event of an injury or if you lose your way. GoHeart Mesh solves this problem by providing for the ability to communicate among others without a signal or connection.

Whether you're living out of a van, camping with friends, or traveling the world -- finding somewhere to take a hot shower can be a challenge. Geyser System allows you to get clean anywhere you are using just one gallon of water -- making for an environmentally friendly backcountry solution.

Mountain Safety Research may have started as a gear company but recently it's focused on changing the world by improving global health and assisting with disaster relief via technologies like its SE200 Community Chlorine Maker.

Whether you're a serious athlete or a dedicated outdoor enthusiast on an extended expedition, most smartwatches fall short in terms of battery life while GPS tracking is enabled. The Suunto 9 is the ultimate answer providing for up to 120 hours of battery life with GPS tracking turned on.

If you're looking for a way to enhance both your cognitive and physical abilities using the latest gamified technology, SmartFit has a customizable program for you. Whether you're an an athlete, a child, an aging adult, or rehabbing from an injury, SmartFit has a range of products to meet your needs.

Learn more about the planet we live on with AstroReality's Earth -- a physical 3D globe combined with an AR/A.I. application featuring technology that allows you to explore our past, present, and future on Earth. With the globe in your hands you can speak to Gaea -- an immersive smart-voice technology.

Looking to try new outdoor gear and hate the hassle of renting? Try Gearo, the virtual outdoor gear rental site that connects outdoor enthusiasts to local rental shops in their area. You can search by activity, price, or availability. Spend less time shopping and more time playing in the outdoors.

If you're searching for the perfect backcountry getaway but you don't want to give up the modern amenities of home, Sierra Escape offers the perfect solution. Experience luxury glamping in one their two solar-powered tents while reducing your environmental footprint on the earth.

If you like living in luxury and enjoy the amenities of a modern home including decor, but want to take to the open road, Drake is your ticket to ride. Land Ark's unique travel trailer offers big living in a small space, sleeping for up to seven people, and full-featured amenities.

Whether you're a yogi, a runner, or just looking to get back into shape -- Respa can help you attain your fitness goals. The world's first breathing sensor collects your breathing data and provides you with real-time alerts to push harder, ease up, or maintain your rhythm.

If you enjoy exercising in the great outdoors, you've likely encountered issues with conventional clothing including being soaked in sweat, bad body odors, and skin irritation. The CoreSport shirt is the ultimate solution -- keeping you cooler the more you sweat, plus UV protection.

With cycling growing in popularity, riders are opting for more and more accessories -- including computers, bike lights, and video cameras. All three things combined can make for a serious lack of handlebar space, so Refractor Fitness invented the RF-1 -- which combines all three accessories in one.

Want to carry less gear on your camping or backpacking trip? The Bitteroot Dry Bag is an innovative outdoor product that serves for three purposes in one. The device lets you filter your water, protect your valuables from inclement weather, and blow up your sleeping pad with the same piece of gear.

Take your kitchen with you into the great outdoors. The Aquaforno II is the world's most versatile outdoor cooking stove. It functions as a barbecue grill, pizza oven, rotisserie, smoker, boiler, clothes dryer, and outdoor heater all-in-one. Bring it all, or just the parts you need.

Yakima teams up with Poler in a redesign of the popular rooftop tent -- dubbed the SkyRise Poler -- including camouflage fabric, orange accents, and all the same coveted features from the original SkyRise. It's easy to mount, pitch, and take down -- no tools or bolts required.

The BioLite HomeStove converts heat into electricity -- and it's available to outdoor consumers for a limited time only.

Ecco Leather and DSM Dyneema joined forces to create Dyneema bonded leather. Now, Ecco unveils the first resultant product, the Exostrike boots.

In a progressive effort that's light years ahead of California legislation, renowned Squaw Valley announces it will power its ski resort completely by renewable energy by December 2018 -- in addition to other sustainable energy initiatives.

NASA's trademark Aerogel is making waves across the outdoor industry. Companies like Helly Hansen use PrimaLoft Gold Aerogel for its Life Pocket product to help users preserve smartphone battery life in even the most frigid of conditions.

Cinch is the world's largest pop-up and the first-ever smart tent, featuring solar panels, climate control, and interior LED lighting.

Vail Resorts introduces Emma -- an Alexa-like digital mountain assistant. Resort goers can text her unlimited questions about the mountainside.