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From miles of accessible trails to nearby boarding services to dog safety, these are the best (and worst) parks to visit with your best friend
A merger of two race event giants leaves trail running leaders concerned about rising entry fees, homogenization of racing experiences, and bulldozing of smaller events.
If your reps are dialed in, they can elevate a season from good to great. But what tools do you need to make sure they're enabled to deliver killer experiences to their accounts?
As part of our #2020CyclingDeaths project, we published the obituaries of Melissa Williamson and Coleen Huling, who were killed while riding their bikes. The driver has received a maximum sentence. But outcomes like this are still rare.
The Saxx Hot Shot outperformed every other top in my quiver
Constant adaptation is the key to lifelong endurance
The fishing apparel and footwear company is transitioning to a durable bag that can be home-composted
Tightened qualifying standards and an unprecedented cut-off time have brought qualifying marks close to the speeds required to toe the line during the height of the first running boom.
More than 1,400 people have raised $68,000 so far to save Montezuma Valley Market, a popular PCT thru-hiker stop, after a devastating fire
In Episode 13 of the Endurance Podcast, host Ian Sharman talks with elite athlete and trainer Renee Metivier about the best types of strength training for runners and how to fit strength work into your training plan.
The mile race is the perfect drama — to race, to watch, to relive — as these trackside accounts of unforgettable showdowns throughout running history reveal.
To race the perfect mile, a runner needs to possess an equal balance of strength and speed. Follow this 8-week, race-specific training plan to develop both and run your PR.
Josie Fouts’s story is the beginning of the bicycle industry’s evolution to include all bodies
When a group of friends decided to tackle Sentiero Italia, one of the world’s longest and forgotten trails, they had no idea that 1,500 others would join them along the way
When Sanni McCandless started dating legendary climber Alex Honnold, she never expected that millions of people would soon be watching her relationship on screen
It’s the perfect size to haul around but still packs a big optical punch
In her new memoir, 'The Secret to Superhuman Strength,' the 'Fun Home' cartoonist scrutinizes her quest for spiritual solace through 60 years of athletic obsessions
New York congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez declared her love of backpacking on Instagram this week—and shouted out some well-known advocacy groups working to make the outdoors more inclusive
Cramer, on his popular CNBC investment show, told viewers that when it comes to stocks, the “great outdoors theme has more legs than you realize.” These are the brands he shouted out.
The Bowerman Track Club rookie reveals some of her favorite workouts (and the toughest ones, too).
This challenging interval workout is perfect for sharpening road warriors to run the mile, or just to keep you in touch with speed.
Everything you need to make the most of the very best season with your very best friend
Hunting twisters made Jennifer Brindley Ubl feel deeply inspired—until it scared her to death
From a trail in Isle Royale National Park with spectacular views to a hike that hits four 6,000-foot peaks in 30 miles, these are our favorite classic routes in the U.S.
In March, Emily Ford became the first woman to complete Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail in winter. She’s also become an unintentional ambassador of the outdoor industry’s quest for inclusivity.
Start by figuring out the kinds of experiences you want to have, not where you want to go
Coach Carl talks through what to do in the days leading up to a race, and explains race-day strategies.
The latest installment of the OBJ Outdoor Index measures the gains or losses of corporations’ share prices during the past month and compares the industry’s April performance with other indices
Your training as a runner extends far deeper than the workouts you do. The best athletes think about every aspect of their lifestyles (even the oatmeal).
For centuries, dowsers have claimed the ability to find groundwater, precious metals, and other quarry using divining rods and an uncanny intuition. Is it the real deal or woo-woo? Dan Schwartz suspends disbelief to see for himself.
Our country’s open spaces are a sanity-saving antidote for this writer
Whether you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime splurge or a cozy canvas tent minutes from Lake Powell, there’s something for everyone at these newly opened stays
From Colorado’s second-largest state park to a midwestern tribal park, there are plenty of new wild spaces to plan to visit. Plus, Outside staffers share what they think our 64th national park should be.
Your bucket list should go beyond national parks. This decision tree will help you find lesser known locations with half the crowds.
After experiencing loss, a new mother races through grief at the edge of the world
“For me, the climbing community was not a barrier to coming out. That community is what made it possible.”
Whether you’re in it for the aesthetics or the superior airflow, there’s something here for everyone
‘Head on a Swivel’ shows how running as a person of color can be an act of defiance
The scientists, athletes, and photographers redefining our sense of adventure
Expert tips for keeping your dog healthy, happy, and keen for any type of outdoor activity
The weather is perfect. You get to do everything on your list. No one gets food poisoning or giardia or blisters.
‘The Good Lord Bird,’ Mary Ruefle, and a podcast that breaks down the Olivia Rodrigo power ballad ‘Driver’s License’
They might not splurge on these items for themselves, so do it for them
Kim Ang, the new chief executive KAYA, has big plans for the future of the company
The 57% bio-based Condor 2 from Veja is for you if your impact on the Earth matters more than the performance of your shoe running on earth.
Coach David Roche explores the benefits of hill workouts and explains eight of his favorites, from the T. Rex to the Quad Blaster.
As outdoor companies work toward diversity, equity, and inclusion, advocates say the hunting and fishing sector needs to catch up
After more than a year of pandemic living, let us remember why it’s worth getting out there
By the late 1990s, the Chinook salmon of Oregon’s Lostine River were nearly gone. Now a collaboration of hard work is paying off.
The two-time Olympian is motivated for this year’s Boston Marathon, even as she considers a prospective career as an ultrarunner
How the team behind David Attenborough’s new Netflix series captured a fight sequence between two poison dart frogs
A climber posted on social media that the situation at Base Camp is “a total shitstorm. I had no idea what I was flying into.”
6 Keys to be ready for a great championship season of outdoor track, from training to tactics.
Gregory VP John Sears says the first-of-its-kind pack line—intended to spark a movement of gear inclusivity—is here to stay
L. Renee Blount is a designer, a photographer, and an outdoor enthusiast. In this new series, she tries a new activity every month.
The 46th president made big promises to move the United States toward a carbon-free future. What he’s accomplished so far has been impressive, but can he keep up the momentum?
Hiking can be a blast, but it won’t be if you're struggling every few feet. Here’s how to get ready for trekking, from easy day hikes to the longest thru-hikes in the world.
A new analysis digs into who overheats and which conditions are most risky, with surprising results
Galloway has done more for the sport of running than anyone I ever met, no matter what you think of "Gallowalking."
SylvanSport CEO Tom Dempsey says “public lands are to the outdoor industry as roads and bridges are to the automotive or transportation industry”
Snowboarders from Fukushima, Japan, rely on the outdoor community for a sense of normalcy after the natural and nuclear disasters of 2011
The new secretary of the interior shares her plans to listen to historically underrepresented communities and address deferred maintenance projects—plus, what makes a national park her favorite
Thankfully, at least two congressmen agree, which is why your next e-bike could be as much as $1,500 cheaper
Put this Alaska gem high on your bucket list for epic backpacking, rafting, and mountaineering, says our 62 Parks columnist about the 34th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park
We asked a gear consignment pro how to save money and still sleep well outside
Emerald Holding’s new digital marketplace stems from its $34 million acquisition of the B2B sales platform PlumRiver
Four Finnish runners explain the nuanced meanings of "sisu," the legendary trait that epitomizes the essence of great distance runners.
The upshot of only traveling domestically for the past year? We’ve gotten to know our 615 million acres of federal public lands better than ever. And with new parks and designations on the horizon, there will be even more ways to get off the beaten path for adventure.
‘Girls Gotta Eat Dirt’ isn’t your typical #inspirational stoke video
A tragedy forced Savannah Cummins to come to terms with the fact that doing what she loves means putting lives in danger
This isn’t just a film about three best friends riding bikes in Silverton, Colorado. It’s the story of everything that happens in between.
Bryan Rogala’s first impressions of Midland’s MTX 275 GMRS radio
Gage Lorentz was pulled over for speeding on a dirt road in Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Minutes later he lay on the ground, dead from a point-blank shot to the heart. How did a trivial traffic stop lead to his death?
Setting high goals is great, but how you deal with falling short determines how long you’re willing to keep chasing them
Mountaineer Andrew Alexander King discusses how he challenges outdoor brands to do better when it comes to athlete ambassadorships