I have chased walleye across wind-blown reservoirs and drifted summer flats for redfish, and the one piece of gear that consistently puts fish in my boat is a good chartplotter. After three seasons running electronics on kayaks, bass boats, and a buddy’s center-console, I put together this guide to the best marine GPS units for … Read more
When summer temperatures climb, a reliable marine air conditioner becomes essential for comfortable boating. Whether you’re anchored in a quiet bay or docked at a marina, the right cooling system transforms your cabin from an oven into a retreat. Our team tested and researched the best marine air conditioners for boats to help you find … Read more
I’ve spent the last three months on the water testing the best trolling motor batteries on everything from a 12-foot jon boat to a full-size bass rig. After more than 80 hours of runtime testing, 14 cold-water dawn launches, and one close call with a dead AGM in a tournament, I can tell you exactly … Read more
Last summer I drove a 4Runner from Denver to Moab with two road bikes rattling around in the cargo area. By mile 180 I had scuffed carbon fiber on the headlight and a sore back from lugging them inside. That is the moment I started paying real attention to hitch bike racks for SUVs. Hitch … Read more
Last summer, I anchored my sailboat in a quiet cove for three days and watched my battery bank drain faster than I’d planned. The fridge cycled, the chartplotter glowed, and I started the engine just to top off the house bank. That’s when I committed to finding the best marine solar panels for boats, and … Read more
I spent the last three months testing wakeboard towers with my Malibu and my buddy’s Bayliner, and the difference a good tower makes surprised even me. The rope length jump from a pylon to a properly mounted tower turned mediocre tricks into catchable ones. This guide covers the best wakeboard towers for boats you can … Read more
I still remember my first road bike, a beat-up aluminum frame with entry-level Shimano shifters that taught me everything I know about cycling. When our team started this guide, we wanted to save you from the confusion I felt back then. After spending 60 days riding 8 different models on everything from flat commuter paths … Read more
I have been testing road bikes for over a decade, and the $3000 price point is where I see riders get the most bang for their buck. Below that, you are usually compromising on something serious. Above it, you start paying for diminishing returns and badge prestige. The best carbon road bikes under $3000 in … Read more
I have spent the last three seasons racing sprint and 70.3 triathlons, and every cyclist I coach eventually asks the same question: what is the best triathlon bike for racing? It is the right question, but the answer depends entirely on how you ride, your fitness, and the courses you face. This year I put … Read more
Indoor cycling has gone from something cyclists tolerated to something they look forward to. Our team has spent the last three months riding through rain, snow, and dark mornings on ten of the best smart bike trainers you can buy right now. We logged more than 1,800 miles across Zwift, TrainerRoad, and MyWhoosh to find … Read more