Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia
The Best Fitbit and Fitbit alternatives in 2025: Tested and rated by our experts
We've tested the best Fitbit and Fitbit alternatives to help you find the right wrist-worn device to log your activity, monitor your sleep and keep tabs on your health.
Nocs Zero Tube hands-on — 5 reasons this tiny, tough-built telescope will be joining me on all my future hikes
This palm-sized, rugged telescope has quickly become a core part of my outdoor gear kit thanks to a ten times zoom and a pocket-friendly design.
watchOS 26 — all the rumored upgrades coming to Apple Watch
We're getting closer to our first look at the new Apple Watch operating system. Here's what we expect.
I biked 12 miles with the Apple Watch 10 vs Garmin Vivoactive 6 — here's the winner
I biked 12 miles with the Apple Watch 10 versus the Garmin Vivoactive 6 to find out which device was more accurate.
Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 — everything we know so far
The Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 may boast better battery life, a comfier design and new health sensors, but its release date is unclear at this time.
Best fitness trackers in 2025: These are the 6 fitness trackers worth considering
I've spent hundreds of hours testing the best fitness trackers available today and have whittled the list down to my favorite six, including options from Fitbit, Samsung, Garmin and Amazfit.
I’m an avid hiker — and these are the 7 essentials I pack every time I hit the trails
I never hit the trail without these seven hiking essentials, including my faviorite footwear, backpack, jacket, spotting scope and more.
I hiked up New York's highest waterfall with the Apple Watch 10 vs Garmin Instinct 3 — 5 things I learned
I hiked to Kaaterskill Falls in the New York Catskill Mountains while wearing two of my favorite smartwatches. Here's how the data compares.
Timberland Motion Access Mid Waterproof Sneaker review: Comfortable, stylish and no break-in period
I hiked 25 miles in the Timberland Motion Access Mid Waterproof Sneakers, and they are my new favorite footwear for outdoor adventures, checking all the boxes, from comfort to durability.
How to choose a smartwatch for hiking — 5 things to look for
I test a lot of smartwatches while hiking, and these are the features that matter the most.
I test smartwatches for a living — and these are my 5 favorite models when I go hiking
I've tested dozens upon dozens of smartwatches, and these five models are my current favorites for tracking outdoor adventures in 2025.
I spent 96 hours with the Ringconn Gen 2 Air — 5 things I liked, 2 things I didn’t
The Ringconn Gen 2 Air is just $199, subscription-free and lighter than the Oura Ring 4. Here are my impressions after four days of constant wearing.
I tested the best smart rings for tracking your health without a smartwatch
I've tested the best smart rings available right now to help you find a finger-based tracker to record your steps, sleep and more.
Patagonia Nano-Air Ultralight review — Outrageous comfort doesn’t come cheap
The new Patagonia Nano-Air Ultralight is easily the comfiest jacket I've ever worn, but it also costs a pretty penny.
The Oura ring just got a new rival with a titanium design and 24/7 biometric tracking — no subscription required
Watch Oura and Samsung, another new smart ring competitor has entered the chat, and it’s subscription-free at that.
Best Garmin watch 2025 tested and rated: Top picks to hit your fitness goals this year
We put Garmin's best fitness and adventure watches to the test, and these are our top picks for runners, hikers, marathoners, triathletes and casual exercisers alike.
Best running watches of 2025: Top picks for runners of all levels
Our runners spent time with dozens of the best running watches to find the best models for you and your training.
I tested the Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs the Garmin Instinct 3 by hiking 1,500 feet up the Columbia River Gorge — here's what I learned
I took on an epic spring hike in the Columbia River Gorge wearing both the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Garmin Instinct 3. Here's how the data compares.
The best hiking boots to buy in 2025 — tested and rated for mountain trails and casual hikes
These are the best hiking boots to in 2025, including the best waterproof hiking boots and the best hiking boots for casual trekkers.
AllTrails just announced a massive summer update with six new tools to help you plan and prepare for your next big day outdoors.
It's just one of the six new AllTrails features launching this summer
I wore the Garmin Vivoactive 6 for a month — and it has nearly everything I want in a smartwatch
The mid-range Garmin Vivoactive 6 offers lots of impressive fitness and wellness features for the money, along with just enough smarts to make it a near-perfect wearable for this reviewer.
The Apple Watch turns 10 — 5 reasons the OG smartwatch is still my favorite
Apple pretty much invented the modern day smartwatch. Ten years after its debut, here's what I like best about the Apple Watch.
Best smartwatch tested and rated: 2025 top picks
We tested a zillion smartwatches so that you don't have to. These are the best based on price, spec and features.
