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It was just another beautiful day in the mountains for the author and his one-year-old Australian shepherd, Merle, when their lives changed in an instant
Broken pipes, crumbling walkways, closed trails—this is what the $11.6 billion maintenance backlog looks like on the ground
Use these sunscreens now, and in 30 years your skin will thank you
And neither are cargo bikes. It's time to let go of this silly notion once and for all.
Ultrarunner Harvey Lewis is vying to clutch the fastest known time for a supported run on the 2,190-mile thru-hike—and so far he's on pace
Team USA cyclist Coryn Rivera on the stuff she does't ride without
Meltzer's secret to success? An unorthodox diet.
Twenty-three pairs of tights, three months of testing, six obvious winners
Digital tools to help you get into (and out of) the backcountry
This rotomolded beast is bigger, tougher, and better insulated than your classic plastic jug
It doesn’t always tell the full story. Independent testers have arrived to fill in the gaps.
Some of the places most sought after by recreationists are also culturally, spiritually or economically vital to tribes. We need to honor that.
Missing winter? Here's where to get your shred on well into July.
No one would blame you for planning your summer vacation around visits to these shops
This hilarious—and informational—PSA from Ranger Lauren Ray warns river rats of the low flows on Arkansas’ Buffalo River.
We’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon’s Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year’s best new music.
How runners can optimize their time and training during a short-term trip to altitude
I bought them for their red-white-and-blue beer-drinking cred and kept them for their performance chops
They're mighty comfy and don't have that sloppy sweatpants look
Stretchy, durable, and stylish—these jeans are a wardrobe staple
Don't ride on empty. Eat something that’s good enough to feed the pros.
It's taken half a decade to iron out the logistics, and while White Sands National Monument has as good a chance as ever at becoming a park, it's not guaranteed.
After a season of testing, these eight came out on top
These mailers, made from upcycled vinyl billboards, can be used up to 2,000 times
When it comes to our appetites, we’re no different than our caveman ancestors
The UCI's decision in the Brit's case may have far-reaching implications for international drug testing
Outdoor store meets yoga studio meets art gallery at this Alaska hot spot
This small country has consistently produced some of the world's best marathoners.
These are sturdy enough to take on any adventure and comfortable enough to wear every day—but they won't cost you an arm and a leg
Rescuers spent nine days searching for the 12 boys and their coach. They finally found them two miles deep in the Tham Luang Nang Non cave system.
Investing in the right truck is good. Investing in some quality add-ons is even better. (Spoiler alert: It's not gonna be cheap.)
The first of its kind, the Revo is a belay device with a true auto-locking mechanism.
One of the world’s most recognized adventure photographers is redefining life behind the lens
The Yellowstone River is the beating heart of Paradise Valley, Montana, but a proposed mine threatens the entire ecosystem.
Mountain bikes are made to get dirty, but knowing how to properly clean your bike is crucial to keep it riding smoothly.
Watch to learn how to make a tasty cast-iron pizza that will take your campfire cooking to the next level.
The new app may be the most ambitious adventure tech to hit the market since sat phones
All you really need is to pick a sweet spot and pack a big tent, a thick air mattress, a two-burner stove (one for coffee, one for bacon), and a cooler of beer. But if you want to step it up a notch, bring along these items, too.
You know the ancient Chinese proverb “Many hands make carrying a Yeti cooler easier”? Translation: The key to a successful group trip is to take charge without anyone realizing that you’re in charge. Here’s how you do it.
If you know where to go and what to look for, you don’t have to go far for instant adventures
For one, it makes headlines for excellence and not for, um, dogs dying in its overhead bins
We have nothing against socks and shoes. We’d just rather wear sandals.
Our readers submitted their favorite moments from cross-country adventures
Everyone deserves to explore our country's most scenic destinations
From SUP'ing down the Colorado to hiking the AT solo, these features explore and revel in the adventures our country has to offer
These writers remind us what travel is all about—shifting your own perspective and sometimes getting into trouble along the way
Glean tips and inspiration from these users
After a spate of wildlife selfies and general landscape destruction, we put together our own set of guidelines for those lacking all human decency
Not too fast, not too slow, rail is just right
Tried-and-true adventures big and small, from sea to shining sea
Sure, it's brutal on the highway and mechanically unreliable, but that only adds to the sense of adventure, right?
Change how you travel the world with these staff favorites
Jim Walmsley’s Western States run was remarkable. But how does it stack up against these other extreme distance running feats?
Portable solar gadgets are better than a decade ago. But are they worth it?
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about this month
Our lead bike reviewer set out to answer the question: Do you really need all the fancy riding tech, or will a smartphone suffice?
POC, Sweet Protection, and Maloja make some of the best-fitting, best-performing women's shorts on the market
Guide apps and GPS tools can be vital for off-grid adventures. But relying on them too heavily means we miss out on hidden gems that aren't online.
From filmmaker Jamie Hancock, ‘Day Zero’, tells the chilling tale of Cape Town, South Africa’s current water crisis.
Citizens of the island nation Kiribati have already had to evacuate their homes due to sea-level rise.
We’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon’s Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year’s best new music.
First Leap follows cliff jumper Travis Sims as he looks for new diving holes deep in the woods of Colorado.
Guanaja, along the Mosquito Coast in Honduras, isn’t friendly. It’s hot, humid, and pirates are a real threat.
Dauwalter just won the prestigious Western States Endurance Run in a blazing fast time. We can all learn something from her training philosophy.
Clothes and tools for toiling at the ranch, on the trail, or in your backyard
A troubled vet tries to raise his daughter off the grid, but the two don't always find easy answers in nature
The Tiger Wall UL was not designed to break records. Instead, it tries to do more with less, while keeping in check its weight and price and remaining very easy to use.
Take lounging in the woods seriously with these six picks
The goal: to give your trail runner an extra layer of armor
Getting older doesn't have to keep you from setting new PRs
Melissa Arnot-Reid is one of the most respected mountain guides in the world. Her next feat? Becoming a mom and mentoring the next generation.
A study of the stress-reducing powers of wilderness explores “levels of nature.”
We asked ex-Olympian, coach, and elite Masters runner John Henwood for his advice
Sure, it's expensive, but it's hard to put a price on carefree runs with my daughter
Even if you don’t own a dog! (Yes, this is possible.)