Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Outdoorsy Couples (His & Hers)
Five free ways to say I love you outdoors, plus practical his and hers gear picks
I tried the COROS APEX 4 for a month, here’s what I learned
A lightweight mountain GPS watch with huge battery life, precise offline maps, and athlete-focused features that make long training days feel easier.
Is the KEEN Zionic NXT the best lightweight waterproof hiker this season?
High-rebound foam, KEEN.DRY protection, and confident traction make it a strong contender.
YETI Dip ‘n’ Sip Set review: beautiful modular serving gear for outdoors and everyday setups
This durable, insulated bowl, pitcher, and 2x cup serving set is overbuilt (in the best way) for real-world conditions, from campsites to…
Suunto Race 2 review: clarity, battery, and control for serious training
A deeper look at Suunto’s brightest, longest-lasting training watch yet PLUS how it fits into real-world running and endurance life.
Black Friday Deals 2025: The Best Running, Fitness, Outdoor & Wellness Discounts (All Tested by Trail & Kale)
New Deals Added Nov 28 | Keep checking back as we add new deals on the best gear we've been recommending this year!
PRUNGO FluxGo portable red light therapy device review
A hands-on look at the modular LED + laser system built for targeted muscle and joint relief, PLUS my 4-week test on running soreness & wrist pain.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 review: the ultimate adventure smartwatch, but still not the best running watch
Apple’s rugged Ultra 3 adds satellite safety, brighter visuals, and deeper health tracking, yet dedicated sports watches still win on…
KEEN Roam review: the most underrated road-to-trail hybrid I’ve tested this year
The KEEN Roam blends QuantumFoam cushioning, confident traction, and all-day comfort into a durable shoe built for real-world road-to-trail running.
12 Rules for Life: rediscovering order in a world of flux
Trail & Kale’s Book of the Month: 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos by Jordan B. Peterson offers a hard-look at responsibility, meaning…
Merrell Moab Speed 2 GTX hiking shoes review: comfort, stability, and serious trail protection
A protective waterproof hiker built for long days, mixed terrain, and cooler-weather adventures.
Tonal 2 home gym review: a smarter, quieter, more complete strength system
How Tonal 2 has transformed my at-home strength training from a routine to a habit that I stick to.
Whisker Litter-Robot 4 Review: Is This Self-Cleaning Litter Box for Cats Worth The Money?
This automatic litter box is quiet, smart, saves you scooping poop BUT will cats actually use it & is it worth the cash?
Outdoor Vitals Vantage Alpine Down Jacket review: ultralight protection for true alpine conditions
Advanced nanogold down, windproof baffles, and a purpose-built fit make this one of the best value for money, technical minimalist puffies around.
PaddleSmash is the paddle game that’s taking over backyards
Think Pickleball’s energy meets Spikeball’s flow, and you don’t even need a court to play.
COROS PACE 4 is built for speed, style, and smarter training
COROS PACE 4 delivers a brighter AMOLED display, built-in voice features, improved battery life, and advanced training tools, all at just 32g.…
La Sportiva Lumina 200 down jacket review
Weighing just 250g yet packed with 1,000 cuin Italian down, this jacket delivers serious warmth in a minimalist, mountain-ready design.
Chargel gel drink review: A caffeine-free, jelly-like energy gel for athletes
White Grape is my favorite, but all Chargel flavors deliver smooth, fast energy without the crash.
Houdini x Osprey Allt: one backpack for everything
A circular design experiment that redefines what “do-it-all” really means.