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These affordable digs are within driving distance from major cities but feel like far-away escapes

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Like nature, the outdoor industry needs change, renewal, and adaptation—and disruptors to challenge and supplant the way we do things. Here’s a peek into what’s coming around the bend. Because under the law of evolution, if you don’t adapt, you don’t survive

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The truth about GPS accuracy — and what you can do when you really need to know how far and fast you’ve run.

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Technology and hyper-anxious parents were destroying one of the last bastions of unfettered childhood long before the pandemic closed camps for the season

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There is a direct correlation between a successful adventure and the amount of food you bring with you

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In the latest installment of Ask a Doctor, Outside's resident physician dives into trends like vinegar shots and Theraguns

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Creating a shelter in nature is fun, encourages creativity, and offers an emotional refuge from the pandemic

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Science says the HoverGlide reduces vertical forces by more than 80 percent. But what does it actually feel like?

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The odds of dying on Everest are about one in 100. A new pulse oximeter claims it can drastically reduce that risk.

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The best products of next season, ranked.

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A solid run up one big hill can boost both speed and strength.

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Sponsor Content: Envoy B2B

Is it time to upgrade your B2B system with something more modern? This quick quiz will show if it’s time to consider updating your system.

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An off-trail adventure through perhaps the prettiest chunk of the lower 48

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We can see right through your hunting selfies

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Maximize your results by effectively managing your training stress and frequency.

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Between coronavirus and the national push for social justice, the world has changed—and the outdoor industry along with it. Focusing solely on retail doesn’t cut it anymore

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This is a fast and tough workout that'll help boost your top-end run speed.

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Black cyclist Jonny Altrogge shares why he biked the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route—and what he learned along the way

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After a two-decade hiatus, the 'world's toughest race' returns at just the right moment—this time with Bear Grylls

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After a pandemic-prompted trial run, the retailer will deconstruct the traditional idea of "headquarters" in favor of remote, flexible work

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The two-hour corridor from Asheville, North Carolina, to Bluff City, Tennessee, packs eight adventures into 60 miles

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It's a comfortable and stylish fabric, and it actually keeps you cool when it's hot—what’s there to hate?

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Five reasons trying to reach a "racing weight" is counterproductive.

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3 Ways for "slow" distance runners to comfortably incorporate max speedwork into our running.

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Sit in on a video conversation about how independent retailers are coping with the pandemic, new Grassroots Outdoor Alliance tools designed to support retailers and brands, and why pro deals proliferation is killing our local gear shops

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Randolph Engineering aviators are made in America and actually worn by military pilots

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Runners sponsored by smaller companies might be in a better position than those who are signed by major brands

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Two documentaries, 'Big Fur' and 'Stuffed,' set out to show that this sticky-fingered branch of natural history is full of beauty and wonder. Do they succeed? Our reviewer, who knows a lot more about the subject than he ought to, says yes.

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The pandemic shutdown devastated the world’s manufacturing center—and many of the companies that rely on it. And there were already plenty of reasons to get out

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A 1942 army study revolutionized our understanding of the effects of heat and how to combat it.

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5 Equipment-free exercises to strengthen the hamstring, one of the most important and injury-prone muscles for running.

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'Going Nocturnal' gives us a glimpse of the annual hatch of a giant mayfly and the large trout that emerge at night to feed on them

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When your life depends on it, it had better work

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With more than a hundred 11,000-foot peaks, five glaciers, and some 150 alpine lakes, Colorado's most popular park has served as an idyllic backdrop for some of our writer's bigger life moments: it's where he proposed to his wife, where his kids earned their first Junior Ranger badges, and where he said goodbye to someone special. While you'll be among 4.7 million visitors who visit every year, there's something personal to be found here.

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Fur, dingleberries, and dog claws are no match for a Harbor Freight moving blanket

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Updated guidelines write a prescription for exercise that may be just as important as traditional cancer treatments for maintaining—and regaining—your health

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A team of Black cyclists will traverse the historic Underground Railroad on a mission to empower and inspire

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Keep your fingers, shoulders, and back happy with these nine strength and mobility moves

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Are pro programs a legitimate perk for industry professionals or a discount sales channel run amok? Some insiders are calling the whole scene a complete farce. Here's why

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Modest amounts of artificial sweeteners are unlikely to cause much gut distress, but sugar alcohols can wreak havoc

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OBJ's new parent company has committed itself to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. Entrepreneur, philanthropist, and former NFL linebacker Dhani Jones has joined the board

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The company is raising its prices (kinda) to raise the alarm on climate change

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The books, movies, podcasts, and music that our editors couldn't stop talking about

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Guidelines for keeping your training on track when you can't do your plan for the day or have to take days off.

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Here’s your complete how-to for planning (and enjoying) a run in the mountains.

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Tommy Rivers Puzey is fighting for his life, recently diagnosed with lung cancer. His friends and fans are raising funds to help.

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Rod Dixon won the 1983 NYC Marathon by focusing on periodization, recovery, balanced training, and a little beer.

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For more than a decade, Miho Aida has been an outspoken advocate for equity, inclusion, and diversity in the outdoors

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It's one of the most astonishing survival stories we’ve ever heard—and it might even be true

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See 300-foot-tall redwoods, banana slugs, and more in this dreamlike landscape. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's 16th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.

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In an excerpt from his forthcoming book 'Leave It As It Is,' nature writer David Gessner examines the iconic conservation legacy of Theodore Roosevelt and unpacks the perception that the national parks and monuments he created were previously untouched and empty

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Mike Wardian, one of the most prolific — and successful — racers in the world, discusses how to lower your injury risk and stay at the top of your game for decades.

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3 coaches of successful female cross-country teams share guidelines for connecting effectively.

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Sponsor Content: Go RVing

The athlete and artist on creating your own hero, shifting the culture, and why the outdoors is your right

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From trails to post-ride tacos, the decorated Mountain Bike World Cup champ shares her favorite Northern California spots

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Plus, how to make up for missing an important day

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The landmark conservation bill guarantees $900 million per year for the Land and Water Conservation Fund

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A doctor’s question reveals how completely the sport is woven into one runner’s life.

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Avoid injury and improve your stride with these 5 simple stretches and strength exercises for your groin muscles.

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The story of a runner who went missing during the 1912 Olympic marathon and recorded the world's slowest time by several decades. He’s now celebrated as Japan’s ‘father of the marathon.’

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Satkiewicz was a gifted athlete, an inspiring and passionate leader, a champion of women, and mentor to many

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Throughout the pandemic, outdoor brands have slashed their marketing budgets for fear that tough times are still ahead. Scott P. Kaier, PR director at Formidable Media, explains why that might not be a smart move.

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For the past decade, American climber Mike Dobie has been developing world-class routes outside the remote village of Liming. As the coronavirus triggers anti-Chinese sentiment worldwide, his mission is more important than ever.

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No more "Oops, I forgot to bring the stove!" scenarios

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Want a quick, safe way to run faster? Increase your cadence to build efficient speed.

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Buy good meat, set your grill to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, use a probe thermometer​​​​​​​, and you're good to go. 

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Serene places to pitch a tent—where it's just you and the ocean

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How self-determination theory can help you survive the long, drawn-out pandemic

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After an exhaustive search of the literature, researchers conclude that, well, it's complicated

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This little shop got its start out of the back of a truck. In just four years, it's become a local treasure that brings outdoor lovers together all year round.

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Race cancellations have produced an uptick in FKTs, but the obsession predates the pandemic

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A good dog is an exhausted dog. Here's how to wear them out every single day.

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While you won’t run like Mr. Bouncety-Bounce in these cartoon-esque platforms, you will have levity aplenty and an abundance of soft protection.

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Mindfulness meditation can enhance focus, boost racing performance, lower pain perception, and treat anxiety. Here’s what it is, and how to start.

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Confronting racism in the outdoor industry starts at home

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Satya Yoga, the nation's first yoga teacher training program for people of color, is trying to change who's leading yoga classes—which will also affect who participates

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The knife edge of Switzerland's Hardergrat is 16 miles long with more than 10,000 feet of vertical gain

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Some companies have stepped up to make comfortable and safe face coverings

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One of the country's oldest and most important environmental laws faces grave threats. The Winter Wildlands Alliance and the American Alpine Club have joined forces with 18 other groups to bring the fight to the courts

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