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Just because it's theoretically possible to climb and ski off North America's tallest volcano in 24 hours or less, including travel time from the airport, doesn't mean you should.
Endurance athletes, thrill seekers, and the yoga set have all fallen for stand-up paddleboarding. Find your perfect match.
Don’t ditch it entirely when the weather gets nice. That human conveyor belt still deserves a spot in your training regimen.
Wildfire season is getting longer, scarier, and more dangerous. Here's what you need to know and how to prepare.
Our ancestors likely got into fermented grains and fruit, so drink up.
It wasn't because the part was defective. And the issue may affect other bike manufacturers.
Just because it’s theoretically possible to climb and ski off North America’s tallest volcano in 24 hours or less, including travel time from the airport, doesn’t mean you should. Watch as professional skiers Brody Leven and Caroline Gleich, along with Outside Senior Editor Grayson Schaffer…
Yep, you read that right: a fat bike with full suspension. The oversize tires and extra cush make Salsa’s Bucksaw climbs like a cable car. The bike’s proof that fat tires aren’t just for snow.
The best river trips don’t always come after white winters
Get a jump on the crowds. Explore our favorite hidden corners, empty spaces, and wild places in ten iconic National Parks
REI gets into the premium mountain market this spring with this playful, German-engineered 27.5-inch trail bike
Explaining Everest’s controversial garbage collection agency.
The steeplechaser failed hard, then became a superathlete a week later—fueled by beer and burgers.
From major manufacturers to local outfitters, the outdoor industry is coming into its own as a political force. Public lands, and all who love them, stand to benefit in a big way.
Discovery Channel’s Elevation Weekend kicks off on April 25 at 8pm EST with the premiere of Valley Uprising. The film from Sender Films and Big Up Productions explores the stories of those who pushed the limits of what’s possible at Yosemite Valley, CA, over…
We broke down the cost of a hypothetical expedition to find out what exactly you get for the roughly $60,000 it takes to get to the roof of the world.
Home of the Tour de France and the bicycle, the continent is best explored on two wheels
The book showcases some of the best photography and personalities in the adventure world. Here’s a quick preview of what to expect from the new coffee table favorite.
In his latest book, 'Missoula', the writer who became famous for diving deep into true tales of human tragedy uses a college town in Montana to underscore the national issue of college sexual assault.
Patagonia is upping its own environmental ante with a $1 million investment in Beyond Surface Technologies, a Swiss company that’s pushing petrochemicals out of the gear closet
Micah True, the late star of the book ‘Born to Run,’ is the subject of a new documentary that seeks to unveil the man behind the legend
We spoke with six park rangers to find out what products they won’t leave home without.
Even though we may not want another standard, there’s no denying that mid-fat is good—and it’s here to stay
Rob Stewart, a leading conservationist, is best known for his film Sharkwater. His latest project, Revolution, takes the fight to save the oceans to the next level. Filmed over four years in locations spanning 15 countries, Revolution is a firsthand look…
Meet Jake, Vail Ski Patrol's latest recruit. The 10-week-old Yellow Lab got his first taste of snow at the top of Vail earlier this month, and soon he'll start working with Patroller Matt Whalen to master obedience skills, get used to riding chairlifts and train…
The 2015 Boston Marathon's top American shares the tunes in her head during her training month in Kenya
A new film looks at the world of competitive skydiving and the people who spend all their free time falling out of the sky.
A must follow, @meg_haywoodsullivan has a killer eye that can transport you right into the square on your phone.
Strava and Competitive Cyclist teamed up to give riders a $1 credit for every hour on the bike, but the program was literally too popular for its own good.
Think you live in the best town in America? Prove it by entering your town in our Best Towns tournament. All you need is an Instagram account.
The rental car company quietly installed forward-facing cameras in some of its vehicles. Why?
High-altitude workers put everything on the line, hauling climbers’ gear up and down the mountain, and aren’t compensated fairly. Their lives are worth more.
Photographer and environmentalist, Meg Haywood Sullivan crafts stories about the personalities and lifestyles that embody mankind's relationship with the natural world. From high alpine mountain ranges to backcountry missions in the desert, she seeks out the moments that capture a sense of place and perspective, finding beauty…
After last year’s Boston Marathon winner tested positive, the running community asked: Does Kenya have a doping problem? Does the world?
Three men BASE jumped from the One World Trade Center in September 2013. Six months later they were arrested. Their ongoing—and, many would say, harsher than necessary—legal battle raises the question: How serious a crime is leaping off a building?
Double-check your current personal auto and health insurance plans, and compare deductibles
Instruction in the art of mindfulness is emerging in grade schools around the country to help children relax, focus, and help others. But it still has a long way to go to become part of the curriculum nationwide.
Can an asteroid-impact zone or the shores of a lava lake be beautiful? Absolutely.
Their genius is unquantifiable. That's a lesson Triathlon Australia learned the hard way.
New research shows that pushing through fatigue can boost your performance
A taste for high-end fly-fishing gear is like a taste for fine wine: an appreciation for the subtleties is extremely personal and can get pricey fast.
The qualifying times for track and field have just been released. See how you stack up.
Conservationists place mating hopes on aging male
A successful Indiegogo campaign looks good, but does Quell actually work?
A new wooden booze bottle promises to condense the aging process of traditional wine- and liquor-making into just a couple weeks
Even if you run every morning and stand instead of sit at your desk all day, you may be dying inside
Six of our favorite items to keep you comfortable and visible on the road
Giro’s new racing format, to debut October 10 in California, aims to be the most fun you can have on 700c wheels.
Interior Department secretary speaks at forum
UK snowboarder Billy Morgan made history yesterday when he landed the first-ever Backside 1800 Quadruple Cork. That's a jump containing four off axis flips and five full rotations, and one full flip and half a rotation bigger than the previous biggest trick, landed last month by Yuki Kadono. Video…
Filmmaker Christiaan Welzel takes viewers deep into some of the most incredible landscapes Canada has to offer in his ongoing web series, Earth Porn. Volume 3 takes to the skies and explores the flats and canyons of the Alberta Badlands. …
Can Beyond Surface solve the industry’s DWR problem? Find out why Patagonia is banking more than $1 million on it
New research is helping athletes engineer their own flow state
After hearing feedback from hundreds of riders in the U.S., Harley is about ready to launch its powerful LiveWire bike.
If you want a true survival tool, look elsewhere. These are the best knives for everyday use, whether you’re backpacking the Pacific Crest Trail or car camping with the family.
There’s been little scientific evidence that the affection we feel for dogs is mutual. Until now, that is.
My city gets smoggy during the summer months. Will it make me sick to train outdoors?