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Watch to find out what we loved about the latest iteration of Rossignol's Experience 88.
Even if protesters resist evacuation orders and police actions, they’ll still face the difficulty of living outside in North Dakota
In Baltimore, a newly mandatory Outward Bound program brings together police and local kids to take steps toward easing tensions
This is the last wallet you'll ever need to buy
A plan for a drive-up climbing center on the north side of the mountain also includes the mainstays of a modern resort: lodging, restaurants, and a museum. Is this the future of the world's highest peak?
Winter camping doesn't have to suck if you carry this shelter from Seek Outside with you
The governor of Oklahoma—and front-runner for the Secretary of the Interior position—is aggressively pro-extraction. Uh oh.
Your store doesn't have to close or falter when you retire. OBJ asked buyers, sellers, and financial experts for tips on passing the torch successfully
In 2007, Doug Walker found three dusty boxes at a flea market in Los Angeles. Inside were more than 30,000 negative film strips discarded by Surfing Magazine, all of them from the 1970s.
Big change may be coming to Africa’s fourth-largest river. While commercial outfitters have been running trips on the Zambezi since 1982, the river may soon be impassable, as the governments of Zambia and Zimbabwe continue to discuss a proposed dam construction below Victoria Falls. Last October, I joined Brian McCutcheon and raft guide “Hippo” Moses Ngoma to see the river firsthand.
The 22-year-old Olympian is preparing to launch off an antique, currently defunct jump in New Hampshire to remind people of the sport's great, overlooked past
The 1DX Mark II is a pro-caliber workhorse with several upgrades that make nailing the perfect action shot much easier
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar
How to start from scratch and expand your horizons
The recently upgraded tool makes glacier retreat and deforestation easy to visualize
Everyone likes to run fast. Here are the courses where you’re most likely to set a PR.
Deep in the heart of Jackson Hole's backcountry, a new snow sport is emerging; snow kiting. With a combination of sailing and flying it allows kiters to fly high above the treetops.
Our Latin American neighbor remains the last bastion of total freedom outdoors
Bike sharing was launched in the United States seven years ago, and it's about time we considered whether the systems are actually benefiting cities and their residents
This week, we've got the Deslondes performing Those Were (Could Have Been) The Days.
Ten ancient tools that gave rise to the equipment we still use today
Professional vehicle dwellers share their tips for making the most out of life on the road
First Lite, a small apparel operation out of Ketchum, Idaho, is one of a growing number of crossover designers producing gear that works equally well for riding, skiing, hiking, and hunting
Don't leave for an adventure without this cool tool.
The days are significantly shorter. Be prepared for your commute with the right lights and apparel.
It's not just about looking cool—these guidelines will also ensure that you'll be safe
In our ongoing Weekly Escape series, we aim to transport you from your desk to an incredible place in 2 minutes or less.
Just in time for fall, rider Ryan Howard shreds the impeccable terrain of the Ozark Mountains.
We were excited to test out the Atomic Backland 109 skis, and they didn’t disappoint. We loved the tapered tips and fun performance in fresh powder.
We had a lot of fun skiing the Blizzard Zero G 108 skis, and found them ideal for backcountry touring.
Bridging the gap between brands and shops by embedding C-level executives onto the sales floor, The Retail Immersion Project kicks off with Tom Barney and Durango, Colorado-based Backcountry Experience
During her four-year tenure as Secretary of the Interior, Sally Jewell, a former oil-industry engineer and CEO of REI, has helped designate 18 new national monuments, increase youth engagement in the national parks, and limit access for energy exploration. As a Trump administration with very different views on conservation prepares to take the reins in Washington, Christopher Keyes sat down with the secretary to discuss her legacy—and the uncertain future of America’s public lands.
For sale: the world's nicest Toyota Land Cruiser
We've tested hundreds of sports bras over the past few years. These six stand out for their high-performance fabrics and well-designed fits.
A new study found that our kids are among the least fit in the world—and our unequal income distribution likely has something to do with it
The assassination of Goldman Prize-winning activist Berta Cáceres last March shocked the global community. But in her home country of Honduras, where more than 100 activists have been cut down in the past five years, it was business as usual.
Professional athletes have more direct influence than ever before thanks to massive social media followings. Now’s the time to start using it.
In Episode 4, Brown is forced to start low-impactct training, and hopes her Rio dream can still be a reality.
Matt Stutzman was born without arms. The lessons he learned were hard and sometimes unfair, but his perseverance and drive allowed him to become one of the premier archers on the U.S. team.
In our ongoing Weekly Escape series, we aim to transport you from your desk to an incredible place in two minutes or less.
Filmmaker Danny MacRostie has a vibrant obsession with shooting fog at Mt. Tamalpais in San Francisco. Over the course of 18 months, he gathered these images to create this timelapse.
In the middle of nowhere Nevada lies a world renowned couloir called 'Terminal Cancer'. After skiing it six years ago, Cody Townsend met a snowmobiler who told him, "Oh yeah, there's way more out there."
Filmmaker Octave Zangs was deeply troubled political developments threatening Oregon's public lands. He decided to highlight it's value in making this film Our Land.
The DPS Zelda 106 Pure3 is one of our top picks for women’s skis thanks to its powder performance and versatility.
The Women’s Volkl 100Eight earned high praise for handling both deep powder and crud with ease.
The La Sportiva Vapor Float skis are incredibly light and proved ideal for touring and powder skiing.
Secretary of the Interior tells all: what's next for the Department of the Interior and the environmental movement?
It’s too early to know for certain what a Donald Trump presidency means for the environment and public-lands policy. But we have some ideas.
Kyle Wester broke the world speed record for skateboarding earlier this fall—but we wanted to see how his miles-per-hour compared to other sports
In October, Newell Brands put the beloved U.S. ski manufacturer up for sale. What happens next could affect the rest of the industry.
The 'Chile Pepper Bible' will have you grabbing for holy water as you fan the flames in your mouth
While other stores close their doors for the day, Patagonia will stay open and give away every cent of what it earns to environmental nonprofits
Sarah Brown starts hitting some turning point workouts, but an injury is always lurking.
In our ongoing Weekly Escape series, we aim to transport you from your desk to an incredible place in two minutes or less.
Dog Power Movie explores the movement and follows Team USA captain Kale Casey's journey from beginner to pro.
Snow is finally starting to dust the mountains, which means it’s time to get our skis prepped for the season. Our resident ski waxing expert, Brad Rassler, is here to walk you through the process of cleaning and waxing your skis.
Genesis, the latest edition of The Shadow Campaign from DPS skis, takes a look at the origins of human existence.
Nashville, Tennessee, is the heart of the country music scene, but it has also become a city of makers. From gorgeous longboards to some of the country’s best beer, here’s a roundup of our favorite products from this Southern destination.
A growing body of research says that giving thanks is beneficial for health and performance
Cyclist Danny Chew was 783,000 miles into his quest to ride one million miles when he was paralyzed in a bike accident. Now he's determined to finish the job on a hand cycle—and his friends at Pittsburgh's Dirty Dozen race are banding together to help him reach his dream.
This year’s Dirty Dozen will raise money for Danny Chew, the event’s longtime coordinator and guiding spirit, after a bike accident left him paralyzed
This is what you want under you when the pavement ends.
Author Michael Branch's new book is a hilarious and thoughtful exploration of how to be a parent in the wild and harsh Nevada desert
In an excerpt from "Raising Wild," Michael Branch examines at the stick—you know, the part of the tree—as legendary plaything, metaphor, and ultimately, just a stick
Tracking HRV has emerged as one of the best ways to quantify recovery. But it’s also one of the most misunderstood and misused fitness tools around.
Finding possibility and gratitude in the grim days and in-between experiences
A software update from the action-cam maker finally makes good use of the Hero5 Black's GPS
Amazon rolled out its sales early. Get your holiday shopping done today and spend Friday playing.
One of our most iconic wild places is under threat from mining and development interests. Two journalists hiked 800 miles to remind people why they should care.
British citizen Rory Stewart spent the first 36 years of his life exploring everywhere but Britain. In his new book, he finally returns to the country of his nationality and tries to understand it.