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We didn't think it was possible, but Trek made its all-mountain machine even better
When Shelma Jun founded Flash Foxy, an all-female rock-climbing community, it was just to post pictures of her and her girlfriends climbing. Now, she's using it as a platform to change how women participate in the world outside.
How to choose luggage for your next expedition to the Serengeti or the next regional sales trip to Akron
The door handles are water bottles and the arm rest is a sleeping bag
Finally, ultralight couple’s gear is not just good—it’s better than the one-person alternatives
After the 2012 games in London, Vanessa Low was questioning the entirety of her track and field career. That's when she met coach Roderick Green in Oklahoma.
From kayaker and filmmaker Mike Mckay, 'Jondachi' tells the story of young man and his connection to the Rio Jondachi in Ecuador.
In his first interview as Mountain Hardwear's new president, Joe Vernachio talks about the brand's relationship with retailers, diversity in the industry, and a renewed focus on climbing
How a bold women’s climb of a Himalayan giant shocked the world and forever changed mountaineering
From 1926 to 2016, the expeditions—and the women behind them–that have rocked our world
A packable sleeping platform that sets up in the back of your car.
You can buy this brand new camper van for $45,000.
Here's what we learned about the state of the outdoorswoman in 2017 and the still-prevalent gender gap in the outdoor world
What happens when a Black woman decides to solo-hike the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine during a summer of bitter political upheaval? Everything you can imagine, from scary moments of racism to new friendships to soaring epiphanies about the timeless value of America’s most storied trekking route.
Endurance cycling was Mike's life, and he died on March 31 doing what he loved. I'll always remember him as a no-nonsense guy who was quick to reach out with advice to other cyclists around the world.
For more than a century, the Girl Scouts has been the most well-trod path for junior explorers to get into adventure. But what comes after the Thin Mints and craft badges is a troop for sisterhood, winter camping, and some serious archery.
Devyn Bisson, a 24-year-old internationally acclaimed filmmaker, traveled to Greece in 2015 to document the volunteers who save refugees' lives during the dangerous sea crossings. Her movie premieres this summer.
An aerospace engineer explains the mechanics behind higher arrow speeds, improved accuracy, and easier shooting
We sent our intrepid writer—a transplant from New York City—to look for love in America’s most outdoorsy town
This routine will make you faster and stronger and help keep you injury-free
In honor of Outside's 40th anniversary, we're selecting our all-time favorite gear, places, accomplishments, and people. This month, we rounded up 40 women who have made the biggest impacts on our world.
At the outer edges of endurance sports, something interesting is happening: women are beating men
A handful of marketing campaigns and magazines, including Outside, are pushing to represent active women as they really are—strong, diverse, and powerful
Spa treatments have gotten wild in recent years, especially in Southern California, where women pay big bucks for radical remedies like colonics, juice fasts, and a Gwyneth Paltrow fave—the life-changing V-steam. Taffy Brodesser-Akner dons a satin robe and asks: If this is the path to happiness, why am I so freaked out?
This May we've partnered with REI to celebrate the unapologetic, fierce women around the world—those who live bravely, chasing dreams and fighting to be heard. This Women's Issue is just the beginning.
Gert Boyle is going strong. After her husband’s death in 1970, she and her son Tim took over the company. In 1984, they launched the hugely successful One Tough Mother ad campaign, featuring the finger-wagging Ma Boyle. Three decades later, the German immigrant, who moved to Oregon during Hitler’s rise, is as opinionated as ever.
As a woman in climbing, I occupy two worlds: one defined by strength and grit, the other by beauty and traditional ideas of femininity. It’s something I still struggle with.
After bursting onto the scene as a teenage gym rat, Beth Rodden became one of the most accomplished climbers of all time. Here, for the first time, she opens up about the price of perfectionism, the kidnapping that almost grounded her, finding love again after her marriage to big-wall prodigy Tommy Caldwell, and balancing motherhood and rock.
It's the scrappiest of start-up stories: three twenty-something backpackers launched this Ohio shop seven years ago with big dreams, true grit, and 13 credit cards
Later this month, 50 years after making history, the first woman to run the iconic event will race it again
The company will work with KSL Capital Partners to form a new business to manage the resorts
Their go-to exercises to build muscle, athleticism, and strength
Grab a car and a buddy, then check out 40 miles of mysterious, awesome outdoor art installations
We asked four pros how they fuel for race day. We learned not to fear the beer and that sweet potato popsicles are the bomb.
Bill Nye The Science Guy has teamed up with the team over at Diamondback to bring you the Let's Ride series explaining the fundamentals of biking.
Short of breath from the elevation and scenery, The Trippin Fellas enjoyed incredible hospitality and exposure to a culture drastically distinct from the western civilizations they call home.
From filmmaker Eric Becker, A Higher Crawling is a film starring two titans of climbing. Shelby and Reyka are the rising stars of the under-6-month-old age bracket.
Watch to see how activist and lawyer Tara Houska answered.
At the cover shoot for the May issue of Outside, we asked 10 of the most influential women in the outdoor world a handful of questions about life, success, and happiness.
At the cover shoot for the May issue of Outside, we asked 10 of the most influential women in the outdoor world a handful of questions about life, success, and happiness.
At the cover shoot for the May issue of Outside, we asked 10 of the most influential women in the outdoor world a handful of questions about life, success, and happiness.
t the cover shoot for the May issue of Outside, we asked 10 of the most influential women in the outdoor world a handful of questions about life, success, and happiness.
At the cover shoot for the May issue of Outside, we asked 10 of the most influential women in the outdoor world a handful of questions about life, success, and happiness.
At the cover shoot for the May issue of Outside, we asked 10 of the most influential women in the outdoor world a handful of questions about life, success, and happiness.
At the cover shoot for the May issue of Outside, we asked 10 of the most influential women in the outdoor world a handful of questions about life, success, and happiness.
At the cover shoot for the May issue of Outside, we asked 10 of the most influential women in the outdoor world about the moments the shaped them.
At the cover shoot for the May issue of Outside, we asked 10 of the most influential women in the outdoor world a handful of questions about life, success, and happiness.
To find out, I kept one on nonstop for more than a week
11 tested products to navigate the streets in style and comfort
Remember that place that campaigned for Americans to move there if Trump won? Well (sigh), it's beckoning. Welcome to idyllic Cape Breton, population 132,000 and shrinking.
The curious and backpacking-friendly life of Brent Nearpass, whose art is antlers and mounts
Turns out runners and bikers both love Ed Sheeran, while CrossFitters can't decide whether they want to turn it up or get angry
We've summited the highest mountains and plumbed the deepest points of the oceans, but underwater cave diving promises a new age of exploration
The author moved to the United States at eight years old and took her first camping trip soon after. The outdoors became an escape from the stressors of being a new American and a reminder that enjoying nature can be a privilege in itself.
In its filing documents, Emerald identified potential areas of growth, including creating or acquiring international events
Outdoor companies are benefitting from opening their own retail brand stores across the country. But is their move into brick-and-mortar good for independent specialty shops, too?