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From mountain bike-inspired prosthetics to couch skiing, Americans are using the latest advances to maximize their output
The essentials this snowboarding pro will bring to the Olympic Village to help her perform at her best
How to master one of the toughest moves we'll see at the 2018 Games
A durable road runner to follow up last year’s 4% mania
Build up your back muscles to gain power and prevent annoying aches
But how many planks did he trash along the way?
The big cat might be officially extinct—but it’s also making a comeback
The pro climber caught flak on Instagram for straying into politics—but he says it's essential for athletes to speak out
On the border between Russia and Finland, a band of Finnish soldiers are preparing to defend the country if the Bear decides to charge
Still dominant on the crag at 36, Sharma reflects on his greatest climbs and how those lessons have helped him break into the business world
From rafting whitewater to glamping among the sheep, these adventures will keep everyone happy
In Arizona, the Verde River was running dry, so Kim Schonek devised a plan to save it with the help of everyone's favorite malted beverage.
Chefs are infusing more than just sweets into cannabis. High-end cannabis dining is coming to a ski town near you.
Make the most of the season with strategies from pros, killer deals on passes, and skier-friendly hotels
The interior secretary's idea to organize public land by watershed was a great idea when it was first voiced a century and a half ago. But it won't work today.
There's a lot to talk about when it comes to this fabric
If you don't already own a vest, check this one out
Finally, someone is doing something about fake service dogs
Take your workouts and results to the next level with the help of these expert-recommended (free) apps
Including a classic like Crocs to a pair of $100 down booties
If you really want to fight climate change, you can't just sue Big Oil. You also have to embrace e-bike delivery.
If the government shuts down tomorrow, Ryan Zinke wants to keep these lands open. What that actually looks like is at best confusing and at worst dangerous.
After nearly 20 years of racing, the skier announced her retirement. The sport will be poorer for her absence.
A semi-detailed list of everything we know (and we still have plenty of questions) about possible public land closures starting tomorrow if the lights go out for the feds
At Reeder Creek Ranch in Kremmling, Colorado, the Colorado River benefits both fishing and farming.
With new technologies to keep their singletrack in perfect condition through the winter, it's no wonder this wild sport is catching on.
From filmmaker Kevin Winzeler and ENVE Composites, The Whole Enchilada follows rider Luke Strobel as he descends the 8,000 feet of vertical on the infamous trail.
From Sherpas Cinema and the North Face, Tsirku is a three-part film series featuring skiers Hadley Hammer and Sam Anthamatten with snowboarder Ralph Backstrom attempting to ski Corrugated, a set of spines on the Tsirku Glacier.
From Sherpas Cinema and the North Face, Tsirku is a three-part film series featuring skiers Hadley Hammer and Sam Anthamatten with snowboarder Ralph Backstrom attempting to ski Corrugated, a set of spines on the Tsirku Glacier.
From Sherpas Cinema and the North Face, Tsirku is a three-part film series featuring skiers Hadley Hammer and Sam Anthamatten with snowboarder Ralph Backstrom attempting to ski Corrugated, a set of spines on the Tsirku Glacier.
We’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon’s Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year’s best new music.
Matt Thomas was a world-class kayaker who got paralyzed in a mountain-bike accident. His friend Joe Jackson moved in for a demanding stint as a caregiver. Outdoor sports were off the table, of course—until Thomas heard about paragliding.
Ada Blackjack had no wilderness skills before she was forced to fend for herself on a remote Arctic island—and outlived four male explorers
Sometimes a little bit of recklessness pays off
Maybe smashing objects is therapeutic. But there's only one way to find out.
Fungi farmers are banking on their crops going big as mushrooms appear in everything from superdrinks to pest controls to miracle cures
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Yes, you can still find powder somewhere
It isn't the answer to all your muscle-building woes, but it is a smart nutrition option for outdoor athletes. Fact is, you likely can't get enough protein without it.
Because the gesture is more important than the price tag
Take 66-year-old UCI Track Masters World Championships rider Gary Hoffman, who is almost as fast as he was at age 20—when he competed to race in the Olympics
We care about public lands, and that's why we're joining a discussion about how to preserve them at the Outdoor Retailer show
Why? Because there’s no good reason for them not to.
There’s more to the season than holidays and snowsports
It's not just that she's fast—it's that she didn't train at all
A new case study digs into the medical records of a lost diver's incredible survival story
As ultra-endurance athlete and self-improvement guru Rich Roll says, "Mood follows action." In other words: Don't think. Do.
Expensive stem-cell therapies are on the rise among recreational athletes, but don’t pull out your wallet just yet
After a mountain-bike accident left him paralyzed nine years ago, Matt Thomas thought outdoor sports were off the table-until he heard about paragliding.
The legendary Mercedes SUV gets softer and more manageable for more drivers
Goiyo Perez manages the Bavarian, an iconic German restaurant and bar at the base of New Mexico's Taos Ski Valley
My new favorite gloves cost $20 and are lightweight, durable, waterproof, and breathable
Forget cash and credit cards. This outdoor retailer accepts cryptocurrency in exchange for guided fly fishing trips and a special line of SUPs
At least that's the result of a new study, which also found that drivers tend to cause crashes and close calls way more often than road bikers
This new female-founded outerwear company has a vendetta against girly colors
Winter's coolest tent
Just because some people think these destinations are miserable doesn't mean they actually are.
The ideal kit for sending the sport's toughest grades
The microbes in our digestive systems can affect everything from our mental health to our weight and vulnerability to disease. So why not athletic performance? New science is set to revolutionize the way we eat, train, and live.
In the name of citizen science, we peered inside the bellies of Outside staff—and seven elite athletes
Move over, Tacoma. There’s an all-new Ranger in town.
Wondering how to ensure that your gut is healthy? We're here to answer your most pressing questions.
From filmmaker Pete Mcbride, Dust in the Blood chronicles McBride’s attempt to thru-hike the Grand Canyon with writer Kevin Fedarko.
For pro skier and Olympic hopeful Robby Kelley, the $30,000 cost of joining the U.S. national team was prohibitively high, forcing him to turn down his spot on the roster. Instead, he started his own squad, called Redneck Racing, in hopes of making it on his own with a handful of…
For mountain bikers Scott Countryman and Alex Pavon, the incredible network of mountain bike trails and broad community of fellow riders are the reasons they're proud to call Flagstaff home.
The Texas company introduces four new products this spring. These are our first impressions after a long weekend with them.
Our bike editor tested a handful of new fit apps to see how they stacked up to the brick-and-mortar specialists. Let's just say some worked better than others.
Embrace the cold
Forget training load and biomechanics. A surprising new study suggests that avoiding injury might come down to something far simpler.
Ultrarunner and author Mirna Valerio on the TransRockies Run, snags, and just some of the things her body is capable of
From a simple satchel to a bespoke canvas duffel, these bags will keep your workout clothes tidy
Five adventurous kicks that look good enough to wear in the office
The ideal healthy-gut diet for performance
The high-protein, calorie- and nutrient-dense snack is a staple in our Santa Fe office. But there's more than one spread to power an adventure.
From filmmaker Dan Ransom, One Trick Pony features Steve Ramras who is as versed a canyoneer as they come. But the kicker is, that’s the only outdoor activity he does.
From technical apparel company Pertex, Elemental Journeys: To Become Known follows a young woman who reflects on how her experiences in the mountains shape her interactions in the modern world.
Upon arriving in northeast Oregon, conservationist Brian Kelly was given two job offers; cook or sheep herder. He took the obvious choice and spent the next year shepherding a herd of sheep through the landscapes surrounding Hells Canyon.
Our PlayNow series highlights an epic POV clip so you can get in on the action even when you're stuck behind a desk.
From filmmaker Thomas Woodson, photographer Adam Clark, and skier Drew Peterson Skiing the Wild West documents Peterson’s mission to ski the tallest mountain in each of the western states.
This fall, we’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon’s Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year’s best new music.