Head to Head

Which Weightlifting Shoe Is Right for You?

Nike, TYR and Converse all feature worthwhile components for hard-nosed training, but which kick should take up space in your gym bag?

By Ben Emminger
Alpacka Vs. Kokopelli: Which is the Best Packraft?
We compare the versatility, performance and durability of two popula…
By Erica Givans
Speedland GS:TAM vs. Hoka Tecton X 2, Tested
"King of the hill" takes a new meaning when these kicks hit the muck…
By Ben Emminger
Theragun or Hyperice: Which Recovery Tool Is Best?

This is one shootout where everyone easily recovers.

By Steve Mazzucchi and Ben Emminger
We Tested Nike and Reebok's Flagship Gym Shoes
The ongoing battle for training footwear dominance reaches a new cha…
By Ben Emminger

In Head to Head, we size up two like products with hands-on testing to determine which one you should buy.

Feb 8, 2023
Monos Vs. Level8: Who Makes the Better Polycarbonate Suitcase?

When aluminum isn't an option, frequent flyers pick polycarbonate suitcases. Here's why and which one is right for you.

By Evan Malachosky
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Jan 27, 2023
The Pax Plus Sets a New Standard for Weed Vaporizers

Replacing the outgoing Pax 3, this new vape keeps everything we love — and adds a few noteworthy upgrades.

By Sean Tirman
Dec 29, 2022
Pax 3 Vaporizer Review: Still the Best Weed Vape You Can Buy

While $200 is a lot to spend, there are a plethora of features that help make it the top vape.

By Ryan Brower
Dec 20, 2022
Salomon Vs. Tecnica: Who Makes the Better Boot?

We compare the fit, comfort and performance of our top two hiking boot picks.

By Hayley Helms
Dec 16, 2022
Coros Vs. Garmin: Which Running Watch Better Pumps Up Our Pacing?
The Coros Apex 2 Pro and Garmin Forerunner 955 Solar are two of our favorite running watches, but which one deserves a spot across your…
By Ben Emminger
Dec 8, 2022
Patagonia vs. The North Face: Who Makes the Better Rain Jacket?

Two of our top picks face off in a battle of rain-repelling mastery.

By Will Porter
Nov 24, 2022
Mountain Hardwear Vs. Arc'teryx: Which Brand Makes the Preferred Puffy?

We compare two of the most popular down jackets on the market today, the Stretchdown Hoody and Cerium LT Hoody.

By Hayley Helms
Nov 21, 2022
Patagonia Black Hole vs. Away F.A.R.: Which Travel Bag Is Better?
When Away's For All Routes collection dropped, it immediately drew comparisons to Patagonia's Black Hole line. But which is the right b…
By Evan Malachosky
Nov 13, 2022
Outerknown vs. Wax London: Which Flannel Overshirt Is Best for You?

They're similar designs, but they serve completely different functions.

By Evan Malachosky
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Nov 6, 2022
Nike Vs. Adidas: Which Marathon Shoe Leads the Pack?

We hit the starting line to see which of the best marathon running shoes should be your go-to for race day.

By Ben Emminger
Nov 4, 2022
MoonSwatch Vs. CasiOak: Which Is the Better Affordable Hype Watch?

Two of the hottest watches in recent memory go head-to-head — in all their plastic, quartz and collectible glory.

By Zen Love
Oct 31, 2022
American Giant vs. Flint and Tinder: Which Brand Makes the Better Zip-Up Hoodie?

As this head-to-head reveals, no two hoodies are quite the same.

By Evan Malachosky
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Oct 31, 2022
Priority Vs. State: Which Brand Makes the Better $2,000 Gravel Bike?

Priority's Apollo and State's 4130 All-Road XPLR AXS face off in a battle of affordable off-road supremacy.

By Steve Mazzucchi and Will Porter
Oct 30, 2022
Rogue Vs. RPM: Which Speed Rope Blazes Past the Competition?

Which of these two impressive, lightweight jump ropes is best for your fast-paced training needs?

By Ben Emminger
Oct 22, 2022
Blundstone's Classic Chelsea vs. the Blundstone Lug Boot: What's the Difference?

The all-new Lug Boot has a bigger footprint than the original Chelsea. But is that the only difference?

By Evan Malachosky