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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.

The Best Silicone Rings
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Protect Your Commitment: The Best Silicone Rings

18 min read
Velotric Fold 1 Plus in Alamo Square Park
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Velotric Fold 1 Plus Review: Top-Tier Features, Folding Frame, and a Great Price

9 min read
hiking in hiking pants in Hawaii
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The Best Hiking Pants of 2025

34 min read
straps on Chaco Z/1 Classic
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Chaco Z/1 Classic Sandal Review: The Ideal Water-Ready Casual Hiker

13 min read
Olukai Tuahine Flip Flops in the sun
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Olukai Tuahine Flip Flop Review: The Perfect Blend of Comfort and Structure with Waterproof Leather

11 min read
checking the surf with beach sunglasses
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Look Good, See Better: Beach Sunglasses That Deliver on Style and Function

36 min read
Red Paddle Co Sport Plus Paddleboard
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Red Paddle Co. Sport Plus Review: An Inflatable Paddle Board That Helps You Paddle Farther, Faster

11 min read
a woman stand up paddling on a Chasm-Lite
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Kokopelli Chasm-Lite Inflatable Paddle Board Review: The Best Lightweight SUP We’ve Ever Tried

10 min read
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The Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads of 2025

30 min read
We reviewed a large number of hiking shoes to give you our favorite picks for trails and trail running.
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The Best Hiking Shoes of 2025

34 min read
Wetsuit Jacket Surfer
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The Inertia Summer Gear Guide 2025

14 min read
man setting up backpacking sleeping bags in tent
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The Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags of 2025

44 min read
Arc'teryx Bora 65 Backpacking Backpack
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The Best Backpacking Backpacks of 2025

33 min read
a woman at the beach with a Dakine Cyclone surf backpack
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The Dakine Cyclone Rolltop Is My Favorite Surf Backpack

9 min read
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Home Is Where You Pitch It: The Best Camping Tents

37 min read
waxed soft top boardworks froth soft-top
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The Best Soft-Top Foam Surfboards

21 min read
Wing Foil gear at AWSI Expo Hood River OR
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The Best Wing Foil Packages

22 min read
The North Face Dolomite One
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The Best Camping Sleeping Bags of 2025

24 min read
Best Beginner Surfboards Wavestorm
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The Best Beginner Surfboards and How to Choose the Right One

38 min read