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A capable hiking watch should monitor exercise metrics and act as a navigational tool during all types of treks. In a perfect world, it'll also have a built-in GPS and sensors capable of recording data like heart rate, altitude, and distance. Here are five of the best hiking watches.

When packing for a hike, don't forget to gear up your canine companions. Equip your dog for the trail with this list of must-have hiking gear for dogs designed to allow them to carry their own gear, protect their paws, or (in worst-case scenarios) treat any injuries or accidents that may arise.

Suunto has long been the favorite watch among triathletes and now that relationship has been solidified. Suunto recently was named the official sports watch for Ironman triathlons and is producing a Suunto 9 Baro fitness watch with Ironman branding. Suunto only made 1,406 so get it while you can.

Garmin ups the ante in the adventure watch market by adding solar charging, ski maps and more to its lineup of Fenix outdoor adventure watches. The new Fenix 6 series is available in a size, feature set, and price point that's attractive to everyone from the casual hiker to the serious mountaineer.

Shopping for a sleeping pad for your next backpacking trip? Don't buy something that feels like a cold slab of stone. We want you to be as warm and comfortable as possible while camping, so narrow it down with our carefully selected list of the best sleeping pads available.

Rain jackets aren't just for spring flings. These versatile outer shells will protect you from the wind and even snow. From high-tech, lightweight shells to modern-looking, waterproof trench coats, check out our list of the best rain jackets built to keep you dry in any season.

From ISS resupply missions to a host of communication and scientific satellite launches, SpaceX has a busy year ahead. Here are the major rocket launches to watch for.

Coros is shaking up the cycling accessories market with its smart helmets, the Linx and Omni. Now the company is looking to break into the smartwatch field with the Coros Pace, an affordable, triathlon-focused fitness watch designed for serious multi-sport athletes.

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Don't worry about contaminated water when you hike, backpack, or travel. Use a water purifier to ensure your water is safe to drink. We've vigorously tested and hand-selected the best water purifiers for day hikes, lengthy off-grid excursions, and everything in between.

Wondering what this live-streaming fitness craze is all about? The time to find out is now. Echelon is offering $600 off on all its Connect Bikes and Reflect fitness mirrors on Cyber Monday. Don't dilly dally as this deal won't last for long.

Unlike smartwatches that do everything, fitness trackers focus on fitness, with exercise tracking, sleep tracking, and wellness features. They are the ideal gift for the exercise fanatic on your list. The deals are even better than ever on Cyber Monday and inventory is flying off the shelves.

Garmin and Fitbit make some of the best fitness trackers and smartwatches available. On Cyber Monday, REI is taking up to 30% off its outdoors and fitness-focused devices. If you are shopping for an athlete or a fitness fanatic, you can't go wrong with either of these deals.

The $160 Amazfit Verge is an affordable and surprisingly full-featured GPS watch. It exceeded our expectations on several counts and even rivaled Garmin and Suunto in performance. It's an incredible value.

Withings is back at it again taking bland medical devices and transforming them into stylish, portable companions to monitor your health. The Withings Connect is exactly that. We used it everywhere -- even the doctor's office. It's so easy and accurate I almost couldn't stop using it.

At the top of the list of Garmin's newly released fitness watches is the Forerunner 945. We've done the hard work of uncovering the hot new features Garmin packed into this powerhouse watch so you can decide if it deserves a spot on your wrist. Spoiler: It definitely does.

If you are swimmer looking for a watch, look no further than the Garmin Swim 2. The latest watch from the GPS company has all the metrics you'll need to track indoor and outdoor swims along with a core suite of fitness, health and wellness features.

Polar's Vantage series multisport watches are designed for performance-focused athletes. The recently released 4.0.11 update brings a slew of new features and improvements to the Vantage V and M fitness watches. Owners can improve their sleep and maximize their recovery with this latest update.

Sports technology is ripe for innovation but many ideas don't make it past the drawing board. Zone 5 Ventures wants to change all that with a customizable, cloud-based platform for importing and analyzing sports data that makes it easy for a company to connect fitness data to a custom app or web experience.

When temperatures plunge, the first thing that gets cold are your fingers. Ward off frostbite and keep your digits toasty warm with these best heated gloves. From rugged skiing gloves to hard-working gloves for snow blowing, we have a glove or mitten for everyone who braves the coldest winter weather.

Whether you're headed out for a weekend excursion or a week-long trek through the backcountry, you want a tent that's capable of going the distance. From lightweight options to three-season tents, these are the best backpacking tents capable of keeping you sheltered and cozy on the trail.

Hunting for the perfect gadget for your kid (or inner child)? There are ample to choose from, which is why we've rounded up some of our personal favorite favorites, whether your child is into joke-spewing dinosaurs or looking to build a custom gauntlet fit for Tony Stark.

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.

The new Apex Pro from Coros takes the best of the fitness-focused Apex and blends it with the adventure features of the Vertix. With a lightweight design and incredibly long battery life, it's a perfect watch for endurance and high elevation athletes.

Kick and pass your way down the field with Sphero's new soccer-themed mini robot. Then pull out the company's new mini activity kit which is chock full of miniature obstacle building blocks that'll challenge your coding skills.

Earlier this year, Withings unveiled the Move ECG, a hybrid smartwatch with a built-in ECG unit. Now, it's ready to release the watch to the world, starting first in Europe. It plays a dual role -- as both a classic timepiece and fitness tracker -- and will cost 130 British pounds or euros ($143 U.S.).

The Apple Watch Series 4 starts at $400, and while it’s feature-packed, the highlight is the electrocardiogram, which has the potential to save lives. Withings’ Move ECG has the same capability but at a fraction of the cost. It’s not as smart as the Apple Watch, but it works on Android and iOS as well.

Polar puts a fire into your workouts and ramps up your recovery with its new Ignite fitness watch. Designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, Polar's latest smartwatch offers advanced sleep metrics, personalized training plans, and relaxation tips to help you reach your fitness goals.

Found on a variety of shoes and boots, Vibram's new Arctic Grip sole promises to deliver a "whole new world of grip and performance on slippery, wet ice." We go "feet on" to find out if this Arctic Grip lives up to the hype.

We loved the Vasque Coldspark hiking boot for its stylish comfort combined with a reasonable level of warmth, but a narrow fit and reliability issues made the boot less attractive after a month.

Adventurers and ultrarunners love Suunto's multi-sport GPS smartwatches because of their long battery life. The new Suunto 9 pushes the power envelope ever further delivering a mind-blowing 120 hours of continuous tracking. Does the watch live up to its hype? We went out into the wild to find out how the Suunto 9 stacks up against the competition.

Withings Steel HR Sport is the new gold standard for hybrid smartwatches. It is one of the most comfortable watches we have worn and is packed to the gills with both fitness features and smart notifications. Is it the right watch for you? Read our review to find out.

On paper, Garmin's latest fitness band, the Vivosmart 4, hits the mark with its stylish design, a pulse ox sensor, and innovative features like body battery. How do these features measure up in real life? Are they worthwhile or a waste? We put the Garmin fitness tracker to the test to find out.