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When Bob Sturtz had a stroke in the Boundary Waters, his friend Scott Pirsig had only one choice: get out and get help as fast as possible.
A new photo book documents the diverse community behind the original national park
It's within this cavern of discomfort where we take stock of our courage—and figure out what we're made of
Yes, he was a shameless self-promoter. Yes, we need more athletes like him.
Four products I use all the time that were built here in the USA
Elite competitors have long practiced meditation and mindfulness. But neuroscience shows that it’s the true believers who are finding that higher gear—through prayer.
Rawland, a tiny company in the Pacific Northwest, is building the quirkiest, most entertaining bikes we've seen in a while
Inspired by iconic American long trails, a new generation of pioneers are creating paths for hikers and bikers the world over
Surfing in Cuba is a legal gray area; it's illegal however very loosely enforced. As their government strives to stabilize, a few surfers are making their case to compete in the 2020 Olympics.
We wanted to see just how light we could make our summer backpacking setup—money and comfort be damned
Take your pick from several mystery books set in the wild, best read by headlamp
Peter Hessler, Joyce Carol Oates, Malcolm Gladwell, and others weigh in about finding inspiration on the trails
Can you still expect to have a comfortable summertime camping trip in the lower 48? Absolutely, but you probably need to upgrade your approach to dealing with the heat.
Heat, veggies, and new flavors abound in the 2017 class of just-add-water camp foods
This winter, paddlers Mike Dawson, Aniol Serrasolses, and Ciarán Heurteau set off for a ten-day trip to add their names to the history books of Pakistan’s largest river.
Climbers, cyclists, runners, and all kinds of other athletes—both men and women—are starting to speak out about disordered eating in their communities
Two San Francisco surfers are upgrading swimwear by eschewing the bikini for UV-deflecting, skin-protecting leggings
Read these and start thriving outdoors
You wouldn't think running shorts are all that different from each other. But you're totally wrong.
The hardest part about your athletic pursuits may be building a long-term relationship with them
These nonmetal signifiers could save your hand when playing outside
For the sub-elite running class, it can be hard to decide when those five a.m. 15-milers are no longer worth it
Ruby is a 4-year old Hungarian Vizsla and is way faster than you'll ever be on the trail. She sticks by him, taking the inside line, and setting the pace.
From Yeti Cycles and Filmmakers Joey Schusler and Craig Grant, High Altitude Lines bring us along on a fly-fishing and mountain biking adventure through the San Juan high country.
OtterBox has made some of the burliest phone cases available for years, and now they're getting into the cooler market.
On June 14 at 3 a.m., Katie Bono crawled into basecamp on Alaska’s Mount Denali, frostbitten and exhausted. Bono had left the same camp, located at 7,200 feet, at 6 a.m. the previous morning, summited the 20,310-foot peak (North America’s highest) in minus 40 degree temperatures at 8:46 p.m., then headed back down.
Our bike editor weighs in on the pros and cons of one of the fastest-growing categories in the industry
Yeah, I know that price tag is absurd. But I've found the Austin brand's new Gallon Jug to be one of best ways to beat the heat while playing outside.
Josh Jespersen took down Colorado’s 14ers in record time—on a splitboard
We get a peek into the fitness guru's most essential gear
The Great Eastern Trail spans nine states and 1,600 miles just west of the Appalachian Trail, but private landowners, meager funding, and sluggish construction are holding up the completion of America's next big wilderness route
From Big Cedar Media, Peace of Adventure shares the story of a nonprofit dedicated to aiding veterans in their transition back to civilian life.
In this installment, filmmaker Manuel Meurisse brings us to Everest. On a 15 day exploration trip to Mount Everest's Basecamp, Meurisse passed through Gokyo Lake.
This glass will actually make your whiskey taste better
A new everyday carry knife from Kershaw
Over the past 125 years, the Opinel No. 8 has undergone just one upgrade. Some designs never go obsolete.
No matter where you are, there’s a use for Kamakura’s oxford button-down
There's so much more than sunbathing at these eight spots
We all want to trade the indoor workout for time in nature's gym. But before you do, master these four ground movements to make your running more effective.
Get maximum protection—and avoid nasty chemicals—with these eight natural sunscreens
If you want to make an adventure buddy, the first few weeks are critical
Scientists are discovering that certain playlists can boost brain activity and treat anxiety and depression
Mountain bikes were made for this: 450 miles of empty, achingly scenic backcountry in southern Utah, on little-known trails pieced together in the spirit of Edward Abbey. Our writer saddles up to get lost.
From Outdoor Research and filmmaker Henna Taylor, The Honeymoon Is Over follows climber Madeline Sorkin as she becomes the first woman to send this 5.13c route.
Working with Kona Bikes has allowed Joonas Vinnari to share some amazing stories and travel to beautiful places, but for this video Sun(day) he never had to stray far from home.
Mammut has teamed up with climbing legends like Ron Kauk to explore some of bouldering's most classic lines. The first route they revisit is Midnight Lighting named after the late Jimmy Hendrix.
From 9MindAsylum, "Wrong Turns", brings you along with ultrarunner Jim Walmsley in what was supposed to be his breakout race at Western States.
New tracking chips embedded in carbon frames can help riders recover pilfered goods
Preparing your body for the descent can give you an edge over the competition on hilly courses. Here's how to do it.
Quinoa, bananas, and peanut butter are recurring characters, but add a little more flavor (and nutrition) to the plot by tossing in these surprising purchases
Tried-and-true tools to make riding to work a lot more comfortable
From full-fledged resorts to rustic, remote pools, these spots are worth tracking down
All you really need is a good set of tires
This off-grid escape sits on a small, remote British Columbia island and overlooks the Salish Sea. Rainwater barrels provide water for outdoor bathing, solar powers the cabin, and a woodstove keeps everything warm and cozy. Buy Now …
Congressman Rob Bishop of Utah wants to transfer federal land to the states, gut the Endangered Species Act, and eliminate the Antiquities Act—and D.C. is starting to listen
One editor's take on why these sunnies are the perfect balance of style and performance
The renowned videographer and photographer opens up about filming Alex Honnold's epic free solo climb, how he analyzes risk, and what it's like to be a social media kingpin
Peter Grubb, founder of Row Adventures, talks about embracing the lifestyle, getting the certifications, and making it pay
Beau Kittredge is fittest athlete you’ve never heard of. Here’s what a day in his life looks like.
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After decades of being thought of as a pseudo-sport for longhairs, ultimate Frisbee is attracting elite athletes who are landing professional contracts. The hero of this new breed is Beau Kittredge, who looks like an NFL wide receiver, sprints like an Olympian, and jumps like Jordan.
Here are the experts who helped us name the country's most amazing places
California's banner snowfall plus a record number of hikers have kept local search and rescue teams very, very busy
Prepare your Instagram account—your stream is about to be filled with insane photos of glorious campfire food from Linda Ly, the Chaco Camptessa
From Carhartt Handmade Films, Fathers Talking Fatherhood features actor/climber/father/badass Jason Mamoa and a group of exceptional fathers as they reflect on what it means to be a dad.
Rafa Ortiz and Red Bull are known to get into some pretty ridiculous antics together, but this hilarious new video may top them all.
Watch to find out what climber and gear editor Will Egensteiner thinks about BD's first shoe, the gym-specific Momentum.
Beginning at the 630-foot high Maletsunyane Waterfall in the middle of the country, we found top-notch mountain biking between 10,000-foot peaks, along wild valleys, and through countless remote towns.
A grill that's integrated into an eight-person table.
