The centuries-old German practice is trending on TikTok, and for good reason.

Following the murders of Alex Pretti and Renee Good and a surge of federal agents, runners in the North Star State are finding solace in community.

Deer Valley just unveiled one of the biggest ski resort expansions in history, and our columnist Graham Averill reports on skiing it, with a two-time Olympian, no less.

When your weeks become nothing but goals and productivity, motivation fades. Here are five small ways to bring it back.

Signs referencing slavery, climate change, and Native American history have been removed from at least 17 national park sites in six states.

Yosemite, Glacier, and other NPS sites are ditching timed-entry programs and reservation systems, raising fears that summer crowds may overwhelm some popular destinations.

Staying healthy is key to the quest for glory in Milano Cortina, so athletes are deploying the latest science.

Meteorologists call it the lake effect. We call it a winter wonderland.

The big mountain legend's daughter and son are following in his tracks—literally

Graffiti and other forms of vandalism at national park sites are federal crimes that carry penalties of up to $5,000 in fines and six months in jail.

Our articles editor breaks down the highs and lows of the Netflix live spectacle starring Alex Honnold

The S/Pro Alpha C BOA's unique design reinvents how alpine boots flex and transfer power.

High-performance gear rarely comes cheap, but this rare sale on Arc'teryx is worth shopping.

After at least 50 successful viewings, this is everything I know about seeing (really seeing!) the northern lights. I'll share when and where to go, to which apps to prioritize, and, most importantly, informal hacks for pulling off and photographing a successful chase.

A freak fly-fishing accident left industry veteran Jim Klug unable to see—and fighting his way out of one of the most remote places imaginable.

As temperatures plunge and ice coats parts of the Southeastern United States, the National Park Service has closed visitor centers, caves, and scenic drives from Kentucky to Washington, D.C. Here is the full list of closures.

Norwegian outdoor culture doesn’t separate beauty from utility. These are the pieces—and ideas—that shaped how I dress in the wild.

I’ve always stuck to name-brand trainers. But after 50 miles in these budget-friendly road shoes, I’m reconsidering everything I thought I knew about pricey running shoes.

The Antimatter lineup fuses performance and creativity in a way that will speak to directional skiers with freeride aspirations.

The ‘Free Solo’ star wrote another chapter in the history of rock climbing with a high-profile stunt beamed live around the globe.

Plus, reasons why they itch more during cold-weather exercise.

With President Trump obsessed with Greenland, Outside's contributing editor Tim Neville reflects on what's really at stake.

Outside just launched a text-to-speech feature that makes it easier to stay caught up on the headlines—without spending more time in front of a screen. Here's how to access it.

The apparel giant says the LGBTQ+ activist violated an agreement over the use of its trademark and logo.

Social media treats the tree-popping phenomenon as a sign of the apocalypse, but Indigenous peoples have long used the sound of cracking timber to mark the passage of winter. Turns out, it takes a specific set of meteorological conditions to turn a pine tree into a percussion instrument.

Christina Lustenberger and Gee Pierrel’s descent of a remote peak in British Columbia encompassed a hanging glacier, four sheer cliffs, and plenty of hair-raising moments.

These three sleds will put a smile on your face even in a snow drought.

The Promachine 3 gets subtle but meaningful updates. We took it for a few laps to see how they translate on snow.

Cold, ice, and short days don’t have to derail movement. They just require flexibility—and a little grace.

Winter climbing in Mount Rainier National Park is technical and, when paired with extreme weather conditions, can turn deadly in an instant.

What happens when you outgrow the party? Our ethics columnist has advice on how to deal with your friends who still get after it.

He recently ran 500 miles from Colorado Springs to Moab while microdosing psilocybin and other psychedelics, to understand how the chemicals impact human endurance.

Warmer than a shirt, softer than a jacket: these running sweatshirts nail the Goldilocks factor

The town of Page, Arizona, sold 500 acres of land near the Colorado River to a private developer. Some locals fear the facility will drain the region's already stressed water supply.

The outdoors helps these artists and storytellers navigate evolving notions of how to be a man

I’m terrified of leeches, but desperate to stop avoiding lakes. So I called a leech therapist, learned what a leech facial actually involves, and discovered that exposure therapy isn’t always what you expect.

Running with a baby in a chest carrier can be dangerous. The stunt serves as a reminder that racing with a baby isn’t just a bad way to nab a course record—it’s also a serious safety hazard.

Our collective desire to escape may be approaching a fever pitch. Maybe that’s what’s driving the rising travel trend of seeking ethereal destinations. From a lake of blue fire to sandstone frozen in time, here are some of the most mystical, otherworldly places around the world.

Learning to ski can be daunting, but these resorts will take extra good care of newbies, no matter the age.

From clubs, to expert advice on training and racing, there are so many ways we're united by running. Let's explore them.

When we deny even symbolic gestures of inclusion, we risk minimizing and ultimately erasing their significance, writes contributor James Edward Mills

Mariah Reading was a national park ranger whose job was cut during the mass layoffs of 2025. Now, she’s fighting to save public lands one piece of trash at a time.

A recent study breaks down the quality of water on major and regional flights. Experts weigh in on what this means for travelers.

This winter gear was built to handle everything from icy morning commutes to urban hiking trails.

Sports dietitians and nutritionists say factors like climate and elevation can affect your thirst levels and share hydration training tips.

Our team of testers spent months running through the season’s worst weather to find the shoes that keep feet dry, warm, and planted on the ice.

Multi-resort ski passes are often blamed for the overcrowding of our ski resorts. But they’re also the only way I can afford to take my family skiing these days.

Outside's Moves columnist Jenny McCoy will be available to answer any of your fitness and winter training questions on January 20 at 2 P.M. ET. You can submit questions ahead of time, or join us in real time.

A new early-access process allows people willing to pay an additional fee to apply for permits ten days earlier than usual. Here is everything you need to know about booking your Havasupai Falls 2026 reservation

Finding the perfect setup is overwhelming. We talked to a professional guide to help you match your rod and reel to your water and your target species.

Cops arrested the man after he made a “credible threat” of an act of mass violence in a popular Colorado ski town

This is a city that practically demands you live outdoors. Here are our favorite places to snorkel, kayak, bike, and chill in the Magic City this winter.

Wildflower sprouts have already been spotted in some parts of Southern California’s desert park. Here’s the forecast—and the best places to spot this year’s rare superbloom.

Sony’s tiny RX1R III is packed with impressive pro features you may or may not need.

This countercultural 30-year-old style has taken action sports and popular fashion by storm.

Outdoor recreation in Minnesota isn’t for the faint of heart. We spent a day at an ice fishing competition in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, where Mother Nature calls the shots, the fabric of community is thicker than denim, and tenacity is everything.

From snowboarding to survivalism, Djenohan knows things about the outdoors you don't learn in pants

In the days leading up to an avalanche in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado experienced just a small amount of snow. What went wrong? One expert told us it was a combination of factors that led to the slide.

Why these merino-blend socks are my favorites, whatever the adventure.

Physicians and longevity experts explain the few caveats that caffeine lovers should know about.

We’re using STEM and custom-built machinery to find the breaking point of the most popular backpacking gear.

Here’s what the science says about the Internet's latest trend. 

One of the closest hotels to the north entrance of J Tree offers stargazing, swimming, and Mojave magic.

Forget expensive supplements and complex protocols. The real secret to extending your health-span is simpler—and tastier—than you think.

Researchers buried 24 volunteers under the snow to test a "game-changing" piece of gear. The results were startling.

According to an internal directive, National Park Service employees at some of the nation’s most popular parks are now instructed to ask visitors questions about their citizenship status.

One spring in particular showed traces of several pharmaceuticals, including an antibiotic, an antifungal, an anticonvulsant, an antidepressant, and a diabetic drug. Such contaminants could pose a threat to the canyon’s already fragile ecosystem.

A ski patroller at the Colorado resort takes a deep dive into the wage rates and cost of living that govern his life.

A recent video shows two hikers stranded on a perilous, extremely steep cliffside in Northern California. It joins a growing list of similar clips depicting people being rescued in the outdoors. Here’s why I can’t stop watching them.

Google recently unveiled its Preferred Sources tool, meaning you now get to choose which news outlets you see first in search results. Here’s how you can put Outside at the top of your list.

After running in dozens of long-sleeve shirts in all conditions, these six rose to the top.

Paddle past neon-stained sandstone cliffs in July, then scale frozen waterfalls in January—at the same spot

A world away from the national park’s famous Going-to-the-Sun Road lies a river system that most park visitors never discover

Out of five types of exercise, resistance training ranks highest in improving overall brain health. An expert on aging shares how to incorporate lifting into your routine.

After enduring icy slopes and massive lift lines, our articles editor sought guidance from a psychotherapist on how to endure—and maybe even enjoy—the 2025-26 ski season

Two veteran captains share the durable reels, rods, and apparel that can actually survive a season of corrosive spray.

Salomon turns to aerodynamics to gain an edge in the crowded super shoe space. We tried out their streamlined new racer.

Despite its deathly reputation, Mount Baldy is oftentimes neither a particularly precarious mountain nor an especially treacherous trail. Why, then, do so many people perish on the 10,000-foot peak?

Get an insider's look at the 2025 Overland Expo Mountain West event in Loveland, Colorado

For the first time, the entire TransAmerica Trail—5,900-plus miles of off-road adventure—is now available on Street View. Brought to you by Ford capability and Google Maps technology.