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Tim Newcomb

Tim Newcomb is a freelance journalist based in the Pacific Northwest. He covers sneakers, bikes, gear, infrastructure, and more for a variety of publications, including GearJunkie and Popular Mechanics. When he’s not writing, Tim enjoys hiking, running, and mountain biking.

The Best Running Hats of 2023

Whether pounding the pavement or hitting the trail, we’ve found the best running hats for every use and budget.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Tim Newcomb April 18, 2023

The Best Satellite Messengers of 2023

Satellite messengers started with the need for reliable emergency contact, but have expanded beyond emergency needs into full-blown two-way communication devices. While every satellite messenger…

Written by Tim Newcomb and Nick Belcaster April 18, 2023

The Best Emergency Radios of 2023

From solar-powered to elbow grease, we’ve found the best emergency radios of 2023.

Written by Billy Brown and Tim Newcomb March 01, 2023

Hot Stepping: Upcoming Running Shoe Brands Chasing Down the Competition

Looking for a fresh look and feel on your next run? Here are four brands pushing harder into the running market you should know about.

Written by Tim Newcomb March 18, 2022

First-Ever MTB Flat Shoe With GORE-TEX: Five Ten Trailcross GTX Review

We put Five Ten’s Trailcross GTX flat-pedal shoes to the test on Pacific Northwest trails filled with mud, puddles, and rain.

Written by Tim Newcomb November 04, 2021

Ski Brand Launches ‘Tri-Wrap’ MTB Hydration Pack: Kulkea OTRmost Review

Kulkea has launched its new OTRmost collection, a mix of gear packs highlighted by a new hydration pack designed for mountain biking.

Written by Tim Newcomb May 17, 2021