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With a quesadilla, there’s no limit to what’s possible. Is there any stomach one can’t satisfy?
The fitness platform is partnering with a smart collar company to share the athletic pursuits of your favorite four-legged mountain athlete
Keep your feet happy—and active—with the latest addition to Birkenstock’s outdoor adventure line
The media has been highlighting recent muggings and murders in these popular spring-break getaways, and State Department advisories have flagged crime in some tourist areas. But are these destinations as dangerous as depicted?
The two pursuits have more in common than meets the eye
According to new NPS data, visitation is up at the country’s most popular national parks. But at these under-the-radar gems, the scenery is equally spectacular and you’ll have plenty of room to explore.
We tested yoga apparel, mats, and accessories during dozens of hours of diverse practice to find the pieces that will optimize your yoga experience
The Rab Veil 12 comfortably carried everything we needed on runs from neighborhood jogs to 100-mile adventures—and let us reach what we wanted without taking the pack off
Alaskan Gus Schumacher became the first American man since 1983 to win a distance cross-country World Cup. The victory has transformed him into a ski racing celebrity.
The quest for adequate support can make running less efficient by forcing your breathing muscles to work harder, new research finds
Tropical atolls, distant hikes and hot springs, and wild jungles and mountaintops lure adventurous travelers to these beautiful far flung spots
People dream of boating or swimming with whales. But that’s based on the false assumption that they are gentle giants that don’t bother humans.
In an excerpt from the new book ‘The Darkest White: A Mountain Legend and the Avalanche That Took Him,' author Eric Blehm details Kelly's rise as an unlikely hero in the fledgling sport of snowboarding, and the fatal day an avalanche swept him—and six others—away.
Ed Shanahan spent the last year reporting on Flaco for The New York Times. Here he discusses the owl’s thrilling life and tragic death—and why the story grabbed the attention of people everywhere.
We tested 15 running jackets that provide all-weather protection without containing forever chemicals. These three were our favorites.
Follow these tips to build a future-proof bike and never fret about new gear again
In May 2022, we took a spin with the Richmond Cycling Corps, a mountain-bike-racing team from the Virginia capital’s public-housing system. Coaches teach young riders how to shred trails and prepare for adult life. The kids, meanwhile, measure happiness one pedal stroke at a time.
The policy mandates athletes to undergo questionnaires and tests before competing, with those identified as at-risk receiving further evaluation and treatment
Experience all the Scenic City has to offer during this special race weekend
After 25 years of hiking in his hometown of Boulder, guidebook author James Dziezynski reveals his all-time favorite treks in the area. Plus, he’s included downloadable GPX files, parking intel, trail beta, gear and weather tips, and more.
All the supplies and equipment our overprepared, dog-obsessed columnist brings to keep his dogs safe, fed, and healthy on the road
She’s very active, and I’m worried that my schedule means she’s not getting enough exercise
Challenging myself is always fulfilling, and my new gear has invigorated me this winter
The Appalachian, Pacific Crest, and Continental Divide trails pass through a combined 22 states. Our hiking columnist categorizes them from hardest to easiest.
How do you make the best of a golf addiction? Add running.
The tools, tech, and approaches you need to take high-speed connectivity pretty much everywhere. The hardest part is actually working when you’re in a beautiful place.
At Red Bull Rampage, the infamous freeride mountain-bike event held each year in a remote corner of Utah, riders and teams construct their own runs, walking a fine line between death-defying and deadly
A recent SAR communique reams out an incautious adventurer who climbed up the peak amid dangerous conditions and then called for emergency lifesaving
Marijuana is still a banned substance for athletes, but new research is chipping away at the idea that it makes you faster
Clothing companies have long relied on PFAS, or forever chemicals, to provide stellar water, stain, and oil repellency. But at what cost? New regulations are forcing your favorite apparel brands across the globe to rethink their chemistry.
Let your children wheel across the remote Utah desert, trek to a jungle treehouse in Thailand, and pitch a tent aboard a ferry to Alaska. These one-of-a-kind wild experiences—kid-tested, parent-approved—will have everyone stoked to travel.
Why did a mother with no backcountry experience take her sister and 13-year-old son to live off the grid on a 10,000-foot mountain during a Colorado winter?
On April 8, the nation will experience a dramatic total eclipse. If you want fun ways to see it, check out our recommendations, from skiing to hiking to paddling.
It’s not as gross as it sounds, and it will allow you to go off-grid longer—even in the colder months of the year
In my early forties, I was uneasy about aging. So I headed into the woods.
Because who wears plain old pants anymore?
We spoke with Eric Hansen about an Outside writing career that ranged from stunt comedy to investigative reporting—and led to a new career in international health
The Aeronaut Hoverquilt prioritizes comfort, something sleeping outdoors too often lacks
Rigby, 54, redefined telemarking with her high-speed, hard-charging style
Mike Foote is a professional athlete. Brendan Leonard is a non-professional athlete. And he has some questions.
The logic is good and the anecdotes are common, but the evidence is shakier than expected, researchers find
The forecasting behemoth Surfline redefined the art of scoring waves. But some say it’s to blame for increasingly crowded breaks and a pervasive fear of missing out.
A retired physician’s efforts to mitigate his Parkinson’s symptoms catalyzed a program that would turn a climbing gym into a research facility
The deadly slide that ripped through the California resort on January 10 transformed skiers and snowboarders into rescuers. The disaster forced survivors and eyewitnesses to reconsider the risk of dying inbounds at a ski resort.
Adventures can provide fuel for romance, but only if you know how to take what you learned in the mountains back home
The trial will be followed by a sentencing hearing, scheduled for May 21. Barrett faces a maximum penalty of life in prison.
Rising predawn to chase powder is sacred in ski culture, but an increasing number of resorts are offering early-access programs for people who can afford them
Here’s the gear that helped us start 2024 off right
By bringing together incredible music, inspiring speakers, riveting adventure films, sports and wellness activities, outdoor industry leaders, and a whole lot of gear, Outside has created a celebratory event with real purpose
The pre-internet decade is having a nostalgic moment, and I couldn’t be happier
Mountaineers now must haul their feces back to Base Camp in wag bags. We asked veteran guides how this shift will change life on the world’s highest peak.
I still get outside for long days in the mountains, but my inner anxious voice saps my energy
If the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service proposals pass, fixed anchors in wilderness will be considered illegal unless granted special permission
Tickets to the Outside Festival Are on Sale Now, with Amazing Bands Headlining This Unique Gathering
The inaugural event in Denver features Fleet Foxes, Thundercat, Lettuce, Andrew Bird, Say She She, and The Heavy Heavy, with adventure films, an ideas summit, and climbing competitions also in the mix
If you're looking to relocate and would like some help with the rent, a house down payment, and other perks, take a look at these state programs across the country. We've got the intel on nearby adventures, too.
There isn’t a ton of data on resistance training for women, so researchers pooled it to look for patterns
Flying in economy class feels claustrophobic these days, thanks to shrinking space between seats, and it's bringing some travelers to blows. These tips will keep you from fighting with your seatmates.
The abandoned vehicle where Chris McCandless died teaches us a lot about modern Alaska
The rusty coach where Chris McCandless spent his final days captured the imagination of people all over the world and inspired hundreds of seekers to make dangerous treks to reach it. Now a dedicated team of curators in Alaska have given it new life as a fascinating exhibit—one that tells the story not just of McCandless, but of modern Alaska.
Diehard football fans have something to teach trail runners, skimo racers, and other competitive athletes
For 15 years, Hydro Flask has taken colors very seriously. Turns out, science agrees.
Everybody does it. But pooping in the wrong place could make a mess of someone else’s hike. An expert shares how to make the best of a crappy situation on the trail.
We asked our editors for the most romantic trips they’d ever taken. From fire towers to Southwest camping to mountaintop lodges, these incredible stays are the best way to spend Valentine’s—or any day.
After two events were canceled for poor weather, will Canada’s Kicking Horse be the next stop on the chopping block?
The project has turned Townsend into a skilled ski mountaineer. He knows that skill isn't always enough to survive the lines that remain.
Honnold’s latest climbing docuseries ‘Arctic Ascent’ focuses on melting glaciers and a remote rock wall. Articles editor Frederick Dreier breaks down the new National Geographic film.
Leave it to the Natural State to show off Mother Nature at her finest
Our newest brand, powered by the editors of Outside, is ready to fuel all your running passions
The origin story of a groundbreaking organization for Black skiers, the young scientist building a more inclusive STEM community, and more from the Outside archives.
The historian and author shows how wild places shaped the lives of female trailblazers
Federal prosecutors allege that Charles Barrett—a prominent member of the Northern California climbing community who goes to trial for aggravated sexual abuse next week—is a serial offender with a shocking history of violence, harassment, and intimidation. An exclusive investigation into his life and alleged actions raises troubling questions about the dangers women continue to face in the outdoors.
It was a banged-up pair of demo skis that taught me how to Nordic ski—and embrace the humbling process of learning a new sport
Your toothbrush is part of the plastic crisis. It doesn’t have to be.
Before she became famous for her lawsuits against former President Trump, the writer took a road trip for an Outside story that had her asking total strangers if they had sex outdoors.
A resort employee told her to down-load the lift when she was tired. Then lift operations shut down the gondola.
We tested 20 new products on trails, treadmills, and trains to find the best earbuds and headphones for every listener and budget
Midsize pickup owners rejoice: now you can organize 30 percent more stuff without wasting any space
An HGTV show challenges home flippers to drive up property values in Breckenridge, Colorado. Outside’s articles editor presents game-show ideas that capture another side of ski-town housing.
Think an Airstream is better suited to glamping and life in RV parks? Think again.
Train travel is back and better than ever, with upgrades and expanded service hitting iconic destinations across North America. Sit back, look out the window, and wake up to new sights and adventures.