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Is Taylor Swift an elite endurance athlete? On the Eras tour, the singer-songwriter is performing three nights a week, singing and dancing for as long as it takes most people to run a marathon.
Our aurora-chasing author (who shot this photo) knows just where to head. Here are the destinations expected to put on the show of a lifetime this year.
Caroline Gleich is a ski mountaineer, activist, and now a candidate for the United States Senate
Our hiking columnist lost contact with his spouse in Colorado’s remote San Juan Mountains. After a frantic search, he reached for his Apple smartphone.
Yes, Whitefish, Montana is home to amazing ski runs and Whitefish Mountain Resort, but that's just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to winter adventure
We spent the past six years skiing the worst snow imaginable so you don’t have to
From hairpin turns to boulder fields, driving these routes requires skill, the right weather, adequate preparation, and helluva lotta gumption. Do it right, and the panoramic payoff is huge.
The Alaska ferry system is creaky and unpredictable. But it may be the best way to reach the wildest trailheads and abandoned shorelines in America.
New research explores the minimum effective dose of resistance training and the health effects of overdoing it
Jenny Hoffman ran across the U.S. in record time, while Karel Sabbe set a new record on the Pacific Crest Trail
This new truck topper from WildTop is cheaper than a traditional hard shell, but just as strong
Yes, you read that right. Iceland is encouraging tourists visiting the country to disconnect, and it trained a few horses to type on a giant custom keyboard.
From off-roading to an epic drone light show, Destination Defender delivered the perfect blend of heart-pumping adventure and refined living
Destination Defender 2023 was another unforgettable weekend
He just got into team sports for the first time, which is great, but he only seems to enjoy it when he wins.
Sebastian Salsbury has been running ultramarathons since he was nine years old. Now, this California teen wants to compete professionally—and win.
InsideTracker’s massive database of more than 23,000 runners shows that more mileage is associated with better biomarkers
Millions of Christmas trees wind up in the landfill after the holidays, emitting methane and taking up precious space. Don’t let yours be one of them. There are plenty of ways to put that pine to good use.
After a certain number of hours, endurance races are basically eating competitions
Who doesn’t want more energy and underfoot bounce from their running shoes? Get that and more with the new NovaBlast.
Neighbors Jeff Hashimoto and Langton Ernest-Beck dreamed up a crazy summertime challenge: climb Washington’s 100 highest mountains, and link the peaks by bike
This is what it’s like to truly live life on your own terms
Love ’em or hate ’em, timed-entry reservations will be required at some of our favorite national parks. Here’s how to make sure you get in.
Whatever New Year’s resolutions you can dream up, we’ve got you covered at Outside. Come along for the ride, and run strong in 2024.
Paired with a convertible dumbbell/barbell, I have all the weights I need
A nature walk through the Florida Everglades
The most memorable running articles of the year, according to the editors of Outside Run
From electric kayaks to knives featuring a new super steel, here’s what our gearheads were most excited about this year
SIRO is partnering with Ramla Ali and Jonah Kest to develop a world-class wellness experience
Historically, climbers cut their teeth with the help of guides or mentors. Now a new climber can follow, scroll, and like their way toward proficiency. Or can they?
From the most beautiful hikes in the world to advice on tipping, these are our most-read articles of the year
Articles editor Frederick Dreier returned to the ranks of weekend warrior bike racers in 2023. These ten items helped him pursue personal glory on two wheels.
What’s one more vehicle at a bustling trailhead? Our columnist weighs in.
We refuse to spend our hard-earned January on self-improvement. These are all the things we should probably quit doing—but definitely won’t.
New foams and advanced designs promise to deliver a diverse selection of shoes with smooth, lively rides in the coming year
We dive deep into the standardized tire test that might make all of us a little safer on winter roads
Adults will take recreational cues from their children, “unprocessed” will become a marketing asset, and rodents will show us the way to eternal life.
These stunning photographs inspire us to seize every moment outside
Produced by two self-proclaimed “harbingers of queer chaos” and premiering in London, it’s the most delightfully surreal courtroom drama you’ll see this year
We looked at thousands of data points on Strava to determine what winter habits make for a successful summer season
We’re fact checking misinformation currently gaining traction on social media
Surfers from Hawaii once again ruled the day at Banzai Pipeline, where challenging conditions created plenty of drama
As an avid runner, I didn't know what to do with myself once trails became buried under snow. Then I discovered running snowshoes.
This new tech startup aims to provide an expert fit, all from your phone
It turns out you can absorb more carbohydrates than sports nutritionists thought. But does it actually make you faster?
The Speed Project underground relay—traditionally run from Los Angeles to Las Vegas—spread its wings this year, going bigger and harder across Chile’s brutal Atacama Desert
In-N-Out Burger’s iconic palm trees are a reference to buried treasure, but they also make the restaurant a very unlikely climate change indicator
Plus eight other easy, planet-friendly actions that everyone around you will start imitating
Our travel columnist, who has tried everything to mitigate jet lag, explores research suggesting that when you eat—and what—in the first few days after a long-haul flight could help ease your way into a new time zone
The 26th president once demanded that military personnel be able to walk 50 miles in 20 hours. I set off on an ill-fated mission to see if I could do it myself.
The disaster has washed out bridges and towns across New Hampshire, New York, Vermont, and Maine. At least five people have died in the storms.
At Destination Defender, six nonprofits—and a community of Defender enthusiasts—had a weekend to remember
Research shows that wolves are vital to intact ecosystems, but Republicans are stoking fear in rural voters
We hope you enjoy this more than Elon Musk did
From surfing to wildlife to just-caught seafood, discover the best of the Texas Gulf Coast in Corpus Christi
Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, places like Mammoth Lakes, California, Crested Butte, Colorado, and Sun Valley, Idaho, are spectacular—but in this era of climate change, raging wildfires, and sky-high housing prices, making a life there has gotten hard. We asked our writers to imagine a glorious, sustainable tomorrow for these one-of-a-kind destinations. Join us as we dive into their recommendations.
A hiker rescued in California last week is the latest to find themselves pinned under a big rock. But they’re far from the first—or the unluckiest—to have a bad encounter with a boulder.
Or any of these other really nice stocking stuffers
Every fall, a group of Denver runners celebrates National Taco Day by running 31 miles using the fast food Mexican chain as aid stations
There was nothing to do, I didn’t see a bear, and that snake harassed me
"Powderchaser Steve" has spent decades studying the weather radar and driving through blizzards. Here are his tips for beating the crowds to the snow.
The West isn’t always best. Here’s why one outdoorsy editor gave up Oregon and moved his family to New England.
Those floppy ski hats everybody’s wearing? They didn’t make themselves. Handmade goods from tiny startups are taking over, and we’re loving them.
In the form of a handy little email, or a push notification, anything to remind me that I’m not heading too quickly toward the afterlife just yet
An interactive art installation encourages Block Island visitors to get outdoors and slow down
Mountain living is sweet—but it often comes with a hefty price tag. These towns are a little easier on the wallet.
Gifts that last so long you can pass them on to your kids
We spoke to Kerry, the special presidential envoy for climate, about the conference’s historic agreement, which promises to end oil, gas, and coal use by 2050
Powder Mountain will move to a model of real estate tied to private skiing as well as public access in 2024
The sound and the fury of winter weather lure travelers to the west side of Vancouver Island and The Nami Project, where storm-watching, surfing, and rainforest hiking await
Weary of Seattle, one longtime ski bum heard the high peaks calling her back—but felt paralyzed by decision. So she made a spreadsheet and took a road trip, visiting friends across the United States to look for a new home that fit the bill.
These wear-tested running gear picks offer performance, craftsmanship, and versatility at a good price
A search dog named Pocket helps bring families hope and closure. She was recently honored by the American Kennel Club for her work.
Looking for new trail running shoes, ski boots, or the latest backpack styles? You came to the right place.
And take our advice on where to go for the most fun adventures in America's Best Idea, from Yellowstone to Acadia
Watch L. Renee Bount uncovered epic adventure in South Dakota
We try to gain a competitive edge from things like nutrition, recovery, weight training, and new shoes. But what if becoming a parent does the trick?
You felt fine a day after your long run—so why the heck are you slogging through your easy workout two days later?