Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia
I walked 7,000 steps with Apple Watch SE vs Amazfit Active 2 — here's the winner
Which affordable smartwatch is the more accurate fitness and health tracker? We tested the Apple Watch SE vs. Amazfit Active 2 head-to-head to find out.
Gigantic Patagonia Presidents’ Day sale — 7 epic outerwear deals I'd buy right now for less than $100
Save big ahead of Presidents' Day with epic deals on many of my all-time favorite Patagonia jackets.
The best bike helmets in 2025: expert tested and rated
Protect your noggin with the best bike helmets from Bell, Giro, Specialized and more.
I thought I found the perfect cheap ski helmet headphones — but they let me down at the worst possible time
The OutdoorMaster wireless ski helmet headphones looked too good to be true... because they are.
Best bike lights in 2025: Tested and reviewed
The best bike lights we've tested, including the best front and rear bike lights to keep you safe, as well as the best bike light sets.
Best bike locks in 2025: Tested and rated
We hacked and cut our way through a bunch of the best bike locks to find which is the most capable of protecting your bike.
I walked 5,500 steps with Samsung Galaxy Fit3 vs Amazfit Active 2: Here's the winner
The Samsung Galaxy Fit3 and Amazfit Active 2 both cost less than $100. Which one tracks more accurately? We found out.
Best hiking boots 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.
The best hydration packs in 2025
The best hydration packs in 2024 — we've tested some of the best hydration packs for runners, hikers and those on a budget.
I tracked skiing with a $99 smartwatch — here’s how it compares to my $450 Garmin
The new Amazfit Active 2 starts at $99 and offers comprehensive ski and snowboard tracking. The question is, is it accurate? I took a day off from work to hit the mountains and find out.
Samsung Galaxy Fit3 vs Fitbit Inspire 3: Which budget fitness tracker should you buy?
The Fitbit Inspire 3 is our favorite budget fitness tracker but the new Galaxy Fit3 is gunning for Google's title. Here's a breakdown of how the two wallet-friendly wearables compare.
I just went hands-on with RingConn Gen 2 — a subscription-free alternative to Oura Ring promising 150-plus days of battery
The RingConn Gen 2 is another promising alternative to the Oura Ring and Samsung Galaxy Ring. Here's a closer look at this smart ring's design and features.
Garmin was down — full timeline of two day outage
If you use a Garmin smartwatch, you might have an issue starting any GPS activities.
I walked 6,500 steps with Fitbit Inspire 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Fit3 — here's the winner
In this Fitbit Inspire 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Fit3 face-off, we'll learn which entry-level fitness tracker is more accurate.
The best Apple Watch apps in 2025
These are the best Apple Watch apps for getting the most out of your smartwatch.
I just went hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Fit3 — a Fitbit killer for less than $60
Priced at under $60, the new Samsung Galaxy Fit3 could be the Fitbit killer we've been hoping for.
The best massage guns in 2025 to relieve muscle pain and tension
Review We've tested the best massage guns you can buy to boost recovery, reduce stress and get a deep tissue massage at home.
Samsung just launched a kid-friendly smartwatch mode for the Galaxy Watch 7 — and parents can try it now
Galaxy Watch for Kids turns your Samsung smartwatch into a child-friendly wearable with loads of safety features and parental controls.
The Samsung Galaxy Ring just crashed to its lowest price ever — get one for 30% off right now
Amazon has the Samsung Galaxy Ring on sale for 30% off, knocking the cost down to just $279 for one of the top smart rings on the market.
I wore the Garmin Instinct 3 for over a week — here's 5 things I like and 2 I hate
The Garmin Instinct 3 is a tough-built, battery-life beast designed for outdoor adventure enthusiasts, but it's not without its faults.
These Fitbit models are overheating — see if yours is on the list to get $50 from Google
Faulty batteries are causing some Fitbit Versa 3 and Fitbit Sense models to overheat. Here’s how to see if your smartwatch is impacted and claim cash from Google for your trouble.
Garmin Instinct 3 vs. Apple Watch Ultra 2: Biggest differences to consider before you buy
Which tough-built, GPS-equipped adventure smartwatch wins? Find out in our Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs. Garmin Instinct 3 showdown.
I tried the Arc'teryx electric-powered pants — and I never felt more like a cyborg
These $5,000 pants have two snap-on power modules that can help you hike further, longer and better.
