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From surf to snow to windsports, The Inertia works hard to test products from the top brands in the biz so you can figure out the right gear for you. If you love to play outside, the kit is essential. We help you make informed choices.

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Three Summer Releases From Armstrong Demonstrate Emerging Trends in the Foil Industry

9 min read
Wing Foiling at the Hatch in Hood River, Oregon
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The Best Wings for Wing Foiling

46 min read
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F-One Quest Review: Finally, a Parawing for Foiling That Does It All

9 min read
best surf watches on the sand during testing
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Tide, Time, and Tracking Tech: The Best Surf Watches

30 min read
Segway Myon Review
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The Segway Myon Is the Most High-Tech Ebike I’ve Ever Ridden

8 min read
Best Puffer Jackets Patagonia Down Sweater
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Puffed Up and Ready to Roam: The Best Puffer Jackets of 2026

35 min read
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The Best Women’s Hiking Boots of 2026

27 min read
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From Day Hikes to Big Overnights: The Best Hiking Boots

26 min read
Surfboard Roof Racks
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The Best Surfboard Roof Racks for Your Car

24 min read
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Stay Warm, Surf Longer: The Best Wetsuits

47 min read
Owen Wright, a few years after his head injury, surfing at Teahupoo
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The Best Surf Helmets for Dangerous Waves and Crowded Lineups

15 min read
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On-the-Go Chill: The Best Soft Coolers

21 min read
The Lib Tech Escalator Splitboard Is a Daily Driver for the Backcountry
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The Lib Tech Escalator Splitboard Is a Daily Driver for the Backcountry

6 min read
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Backcountry Cottonwoods LT Xpore 3L Jacket: A Pick for Lift Lines and Long Tours

9 min read
Velotric Gomad in SF
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Velotric GoMad Utility Electric Bike Review: The Do-It-All Ebike

9 min read
The Burton 3D Fish Splitboard
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One Board, One Mission: The Burton 3D Fish Splitboard Is Made to Ride Powder

7 min read
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In Deep: The Best Water Shoes

24 min read
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It’s Not Just A Phase: Jones Mercury FASE Snowboard Bindings Review

10 min read
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The Best Surf Hats (That Will Stay Put)

20 min read