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The Marshall Motif II ANC earbuds made us feel like we were inside a recording studio

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Mount Rainier National Park will join Glacier, Rocky Mountain, and Arches in implementing a new timed-entry system for the park’s most popular entrances

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Colin Gay, a 48-year-old father of two from Virginia, is doing something that few of us could ever imagine

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The pro racers who do need carbon fiber bikes get them for free. Only the people who don’t need them actually pay for them.

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Our editors agree that multipurpose gear is generally not it—but one of them makes an exception for the claw

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Our child is struggling with complicated mental health challenges, and we can’t get outside in the way we used to 

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By all accounts, it was supposed to be shitty: the bike, the weather, the distracted drivers. Why did I have such a good time?

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New research suggests exercise may boost the “love hormone,” the latest in a long line of brain-boosting molecules

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Two weeks in Austin with Moriah Wilson’s family

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The group, from Northern Escape Heli-Skiing, included five clients, a guide, and a pilot

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Transitioning away from natural fabrics may involve a leap of faith into modern technologies, but it’s one that can net you more comfort and safety in virtually any condition

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Strava’s year-end report shows that more runners are turning to competition and how different generations compete differently

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What’s an acceptable baseline of fitness? According to the most adventurous American president in U.S. history, it was an ultra endurance trek.

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This year, travel to one of the healthiest places on earth. We asked Blue Zones expert Dan Buettner for tips on visiting these five destinations, and ways to incorporate longevity habits into your own life.

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Multiple groups of skiers and snowboarders ducked boundary ropes to chase powder. The only way out involved a long and treacherous hike.

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Our strength-running coach recommends occasionally going off script to reach your running goals

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The oceans need protection like never before, and the environmental organization is redefining itself. The original focus—dramatic campaigns against whalers and seal hunters operating under the flags of nations like Japan—is giving way to an emphasis on fisheries protection in cooperation with governments. Tristram Korten rides along with Peter Hammarstedt, the Swedish activist at the heart of this strategy.

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Sometimes a curated trail running getaway focused on mindfulness and fun is exactly what you need to rejuvenate your running.

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These aren’t your typical health retreats. At these Outside-approved spots, you can hike, surf, fish, and recharge in nature at some of the most beautiful places on the planet.

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The Patagonia Retro Pile fleece, which has been in the line for 36 years, continues to be popular from city streets to mountain peaks

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Elias Cairo, host of ‘The Game Show’ on Outside Watch, has staked his livelihood on all things meat

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We asked experts why we get sleepy after long runs, and if taking a nap is the best move

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Hint: you don’t need much but a good attitude and a bevy in hand (alcoholic or not)

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Jacqueline Alnes’ new book, ‘The Fruit Cure: The Story of Extreme Wellness Turned Sour,’ is part memoir, part cultural critique of wellness and diet culture

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At its best, flying isn’t miserable. Here are 24 ways travel could be more fun—including, but not limited to, letting me fly the plane.

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Inexpensive motor inns and roadside lodges offer all the accoutrements that an adventurer needs

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How Pam Houston, the author of a timeless book about dating wild and adventurous men, helped me navigate romantic frustrations in a mountain town

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Outside’s social media strategist Allie Noland endured Colorado’s heinous ski traffic after scoring fresh pow. She doesn’t regret a thing.

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The Bullet Journal method lives up to the hype of being both a mindfulness practice and a productivity system

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I’ve traveled to many U.S. national parks, explored most of the American West, and walked the streets of Paris. But nothing compares to this paradise.

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Learning how to talk about problems you’re having on the trail—and how to listen—can be the difference between a frustrating, demoralizing hike and a fun, fulfilling one. What can psychology teach us?

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Wes Siler argued that shooting a bear to make a rug is, in fact, good for bears. I disagree.

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The three-time Olympian and 1,500-meter world-champion has made big changes in order to race 26.2 miles against the best in the U.S.

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Say goodbye to the beefy Enforcer 100 and hello to a whole new lineup of more playful Enforcer skis

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Working on bikes is the next best thing to riding them

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Your defunct electronics—from headlamps, digital cameras, avalanche beacons and GPS devices to fitness watches, laptops, cell phones and headphones—all contain valuable, yet hazardous resources. Here’s how to make sure they get properly recycled.

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America’s hard-bitten wildland firefighters are switching gears in the off-season to run ultra distances

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The pursuit of performance in a bottle inherently undermines our attempts to get faster, stronger, and healthier, our Sweat Science columnist argues

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Ditch the crowds as you hike, camp, and revel in the most stunning backcountry landscapes in the U.S. They don't call one circuit Wonderland for nothing.

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There’s ski racing, and then there’s Austrian ski racing. And there’s no better place than the Hahnenkamm Downhill to witness the passion the athletes and fans have for the sport.

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She didn’t mention it when we came back, and I’m not sure she noticed—do I have to bring it up? 

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AI is improving with hyperspeed sophistication. Can it prepare you for the most beloved marathon in the world?

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As the nation trends towards more sobriety, some skiers are leaving an excessive drinking culture behind

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When you’ve spent umpteen hours crafting a museum-worthy cedar canoe, there’s just one thing left to do: bang the hell out of it while running a river through the heart of Los Angeles

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Moroccan trail-running star Elhousine Elazzaoui knows how to top up his tank for reaching the highest podiums in the sport

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In this excerpt from his new book ‘Local,’ Alastair Humphreys—who coined the term “microadventures”—finds treasure while mudlarking

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Alecia Moore, the singer, dancer, and all-around force of nature, has nurtured a vineyard for the last decade on the path to becoming a respected winemaker. The magic happens on 25 misty acres in California’s Santa Ynez Valley, home to her estate wine label, Two Wolves.

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We talked to the secretaries of energy and transportation, plus the national climate advisor about the White House’s plans to flood “charging deserts” with EV infrastructure

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With the Olympics, otherworldly shoes, and trail running at a crossroads, 2024 could be the most fascinating year in running ever

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Swarovski Optik just unveiled the world’s first set of smart binoculars. Our correspondent got to test them, and the results are groundbreaking.

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After two recent court cases addressed whether incarcerated people deserve access to the outdoors, a man who served 22.5 years reflects on the importance of allowing human beings to breathe fresh air

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Your favorite cold-weather layer has a microfiber shedding problem and needs some extra attention

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Rescue operations are underway after skiers triggered an avalanche on KT-22 terrain Wednesday morning

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Data from a charity ride before last summer's Tour shows some obvious differences and surprising similarities to data from the pros.

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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.

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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.

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Caroline Gleich is a ski mountaineer, activist, and now a candidate for the United States Senate

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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.

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Sponsor Content: Explore Whitefish

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

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We spent the past six years skiing the worst snow imaginable so you don’t have to

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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.

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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.

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New research explores the minimum effective dose of resistance training and the health effects of overdoing it

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Jenny Hoffman ran across the U.S. in record time, while Karel Sabbe set a new record on the Pacific Crest Trail

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This new truck topper from WildTop is cheaper than a traditional hard shell, but just as strong

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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.

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Sponsor Content: Defender

From off-roading to an epic drone light show, Destination Defender delivered the perfect blend of heart-pumping adventure and refined living

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Destination Defender 2023 was another unforgettable weekend

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He just got into team sports for the first time, which is great, but he only seems to enjoy it when he wins.

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Sebastian Salsbury has been running ultramarathons since he was nine years old. Now, this California teen wants to compete professionally—and win.

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The gear that led us into winter, full steam ahead

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InsideTracker’s massive database of more than 23,000 runners shows that more mileage is associated with better biomarkers

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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.

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After a certain number of hours, endurance races are basically eating competitions

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Sponsor Content: ASICS

Who doesn’t want more energy and underfoot bounce from their running shoes? Get that and more with the new NovaBlast.

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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

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Sponsor Content: Free Rein Coffee Company

This is what it’s like to truly live life on your own terms

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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.

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How to stay healthy, get fit, and be more mindful

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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.

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