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Last winter, when the robotics firm Roam released its latest version of Elevate, a revolutionary exoskeleton promising to boost skiing performance, our writer knew he had to give it a test drive. His analysis: the company's debut product is fun yet flawed—but its vision of a tech-assisted sports future will still blow your mind.
Check out these titles for fans of science, endurance, fitness, and adventure
In a year gone wrong, do this part of Christmas right
The mountain-bike community needs to focus less on access and more on climate change
5 Reasons trail shoes can improve your stride, strength and longevity this winter.
Brooklyn Boulders said it provided "climbing and community for all." Employees said that couldn't be further from the truth. Now the company is rolling out a series of changes to work toward its DEI goals.
You can grind almost anything into a flour, but that doesn't mean you should. Here are six alternative flours that are actually worth trying.
There's never been a better time to explore the Centennial State. Here's why.
These eight titles will keep your wanderlust fired up for when it's safe to travel again
With partner Adrian Ballinger and local guide Mark Synnott, Harrington discovers an untapped climbing zone: Maine's Atlantic coastline
From backcountry skiing to DIY surfboard building, the Northeast is rewriting the rules of adventure
With partner Adrian Ballinger and local guide Mark Synnott, Harrington discovers an untapped climbing zone: Maine's Atlantic coastline
This update to Altra's burly-soled trail shoe smooths some rough edges, making it livelier, lighter and more flexible.
Little known before this year, D’Amato, 36, has been setting records since June and tells how she trains and races.
The company's library of studio exercise classes, integrated with on-screen fitness data from your Apple Watch, launches today. Our Sweat Science columnist takes it for a spin.
Ken Layne left an influential career in digital media to create 'Desert Oracle,' a cult-favorite radio show and print periodical based in Joshua Tree that explores everything from the political to the paranormal. Now it's being released as a book.
These reads will make meaningful gifts this holiday season
What do you do after surviving a near-death experience? Visit a dying natural wonder, of course. After his husband suffers a stroke at the age of 40, our writer plans the trip of a lifetime to the Great Barrier Reef—and discovers new meaning in the term "last-chance tourism."
Can the IOC create an internationally applicable code of conduct for Olympic protest?
Expanding your community is always tough. Throw in a pandemic and a move to a rural area, and it could feel impossible. But a shift in perspective might be all you need to (safely) fill that social void.
Swap your protein shakes for these cozy beverages packed with protein and electrolytes
Employee Resource Groups can benefit your company culture and promote success both internally and externally. Here’s how to start one—any why you should.
The tour's latest installment, premiering virtually amid the pandemic, comprises four films that show off epic climbs from around the world, but not from the usual suspects
An illustrated guide that no one ever asked for
The Stone Glacier X-Curve conforms to the shape of a human back with unprecedented comfort
After finishing a disappointing 12th place at the 2020 Olympic Trials, he is looking to close out the year with a big win
Static stretching isn't enough; use this dynamic warmup to rev up your body and have a better run.
Scientists have developed a wearable sweat patch that could allow runners to adjust their hydration plan during a race by measuring the rate of fluid and electrolyte loss in real time.
Adventurers of all stripes are discovering that side-by-sides are useful for way more than just going fast off-road—they can elevate any outdoor endeavor
These fun and inspiring ideas will bring the world to the travelers on your list—and help out those working in the travel industry who've been hard hit by the pandemic
The colder months are the perfect time to visit national parks, with fewer crowds and endless adventure. Stay at one of these dreamy base camps.
How old does a child need to be when you give them their first knife? The answer assumes you know how old they are in the first place.
This face covering is good for both all-day wear and working out
It's like a normal happy hour, just better.
Concept products push the limits of our creativity but are only helpful when they're grounded in reality
Your holiday reading list, recommended by our editors
We often hear the term VO2 max in relation to fitness and in training programs. What does it mean and how important is it?
Get out there—it'll be worth it
Getting outdoors in the winter doesn't have to be miserable. Here, musher Blair Braverman shares her top ten tips for keeping cozy in frigid temperatures.
More than 17 years ago, a successful Michigan attorney took his life on a cherished trout stream, devastating close friends and family. Haunted by what happened, his nephew investigated and discovered tragic truths that were in plain sight all along.
REI has updated its Product Impact Standards, setting new climate and inclusion expectations for its 1,000+ vendors
Do high-tech prosthetics give runners a competitive advantage?
Topo's new Ultraventure Pro is a rugged, protective long-run or thru hiking shoe that takes on any terrain with panache and won’t soon succumb to wear or tear.
Apple's CEO says technology can help us lead healthier, more balanced lives—but we also need to learn how to ignore our screens
In Colorado, backcountry adventures and backyard hangouts happen in the same day
The Department of Transportation has finally reclassified emotional support animals as pets. Here's how that will affect your ability to fly with your dog next year.
A new study explores the links between exercise and pain perception, and how easily they can be manipulated
Not only do we love these items, but they might be hard to find in stock during the holidays
In an extended interview for the Outside Podcast, the CEO talks about the ways technology can help us lead healthier lives and the benefits we get from ignoring our screens
These four strategies will help reduce strain and impact and let you keep running as you deal with knee issues.
The best exercise to strengthen your hamstrings and stabilize your knees in a running-specific motion.
This winter, staying warm and cozy may be more important than ever. Here are a few of our favorite outdoor pieces for doing just that.
A new generation of futuristic at-home workout solutions—including Mirror, Tonal, and Peloton—were gaining steam even before the pandemic
‘The Infinite Race’ examines the complicated relationship between ‘Born to Run’ and the runners the book made famous
Much more than fertility changes when menopause hits. Here's how to train through it.
In an ever-changing market, adaptation is a necessity for success
Don't let this key piece of the ecosystem hold your brand back
Get your training intensity and volume right by basing it on time rather than distance.
A new travel book offers an inspiring reminder of possibilities at a moment when we really need it
This season we may not be able to have a post-ski beer at the lodge, but these decked-out tailgate setups will keep things festive
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
The decade-long hunt captured the world's attention, but when it finally ended in June, everyone still wanted to know: Who had solved the mystery? This week, as legal proceedings threaten his anonymity, a 32-year-old medical student is ready to go on the record.
One thing Denver-based artist Latasha Dunston loves about living in Colorado is how inspiring the state’s landscapes are.
After devoting their spring to COVID-19 patients, two West Virginia brothers became the first identical twins to earn the triple crown of American hiking
This week, OBJ editor Andrew Weaver took a hike with Aangeenbrug to talk about the future of OIA and how the industry has adapted to the pandemic
On skinny skis, access to socially distant outdoors time is easy. But picking out the right gear isn't.
As any child will tell you, smartwatches are one of the most popular items on holiday lists this year. Be careful what they wish for.
After losing her brother to cancer, Mackenzie McGrath finds solace in guiding kids who have been impacted by the disease
Treadmill running has some unique risks, but you can reduce your treadmill injury risk by following a few simple guidelines.
The traction, stability, and protection will arm you for adventure.
We reviewed six traction devices for snowy trails.
Albertson got faster when he decided that “running is easy.” After placing 7th in the Marathon Trials, he's done some crazy training this fall and now he’s aiming for a 2:09.
The former group president of Wolverine Worldwide and global president of The North Face will lead the sporting goods company's expansion into specialty outdoor retail
More often than not, our biggest adventures are nothing like we expect them to be—in the best of ways
In the spell of a week, a mysterious monolith appeared in the Utah desert and was subsequently removed by some slackline bros. The saga has raised more questions than answers.
Over the past two decades, eBird has become the go-to online platform for scientists and hobbyists alike to upload and share bird observations. But it has also transformed the process and etiquette of birding.
If you plan to explore the backcountry this winter, these certified mountain guides will keep you safe, refine your skills, and bring you to secret stashes
Masks, slippers, and shackets—what else do you need?
The company's new "Buy Less, Demand More" campaign prompts customers to consider secondhand alternatives to new gear