NEW MEMBER OFFER!

Get 35% off GOES, your essential outdoor guide

LEARN MORE

GET MORE WITH OUTSIDE+

Enjoy 35% off GOES, your essential outdoor guide

UPGRADE TODAY

Everything

Karl Johnson, an engineer at Mission Motors, rides his bike to and from work in San Fransisco and makes the most of his commute by taking advantage of all the city has to offer. …

Published: 

California’s Central Valley, the largest agricultural sector in the nation, sustained the highest water loss it’s ever recorded in 2014. Without water, wildflowers struggled to grow, and honeybees lost their source of food. Honeybees are linked to $15 billion in US crop pollination, and California’s small business beekeepers have now…

Published: 

Earlier this year, Atlanta Hawks shooting guard Kyle Korver and three friends ventured off the coast of Santa Barbara for a fitness challenge called a “Misogi.” The point is to take on a challenge that radically expands your sense of what’s possible, and feat the group certainly accomplished. …

Published: 

I'm a runner coming off my competitive season, and I've been super vigilant about watching my weight. Is there anything wrong with gaining a few pounds over the holidays?

Published: 

In beating the boys, cycling pro Rivera embraces her competitive instinct.

Published: 

Travel website Hopper has got snagging airfare deals down to a science.

Published: 

With so much phone and so little pocket room, you need cases that will protect your 4G device from wind, dirt, dust, and water—so that it may live to Instagram another day.

Published: 

Short efforts yield significant aerobic benefits

Published: 

Yet another huge sale for Aussie nature photographer Peter Lik

Published: 

New pass would fund improvements at popular spots

Published: 

Embattled squad granted WorldTour license

Published: 

But not as much as Disney World

Published: 

Race to begin in Normandy, finish in undisclosed location

Published: 

What was he thinking? (No, really, we asked him.)

Published: 

If our A.I.s turn evil next year, we’re all going hungry.

Published: 

Said scraps "would provide food for the fish"

Published: 

Found 67 miles off the coast of Oahu

Published: 

Notorious organizer reportedly didn't apply for permits

Published: 

The mountain runner is in Argentina to make his FKT attempt

Published: 

As outdoor retail leader grows, it looks to maintain connection its with consumers. Can a larger REI also remain small and local?

Published: 

Four reliable tools that won't put a dent in your adventure savings

Published: 

The soccer superstar checks off his next goal: launching his own whisky.

Published: 

Unleash your inner Norse god while driving one of these scenic winter routes.

Published: 

Examining the perpetual youth and singular talent of surfing's king

Published: 

How to tell the impostors from the real, health-boosting, extra virgin variety.

Published: 

Scott’s reinvention of the Addict has to be considered the benchmark for race bikes.

Published: 

More pain quest than workout, misogi is the secret, punishing ritual that has revolutionized Atlanta Hawks supershooter Kyle Korver's game. You have time for this—if it doesn't kill you first.

Published: 
Sponsor Content

Photographer Ben Moon takes us on his journey to the desert to climb some splitters in Indian Creek, using the all-new Lytro ILLUM camera—designed to capture fuller, deeper, and more stunning images than ever before.

Published: 

Hunter arrested, runner in stable condition

Published: 

Seat kickers top the list, according to survey

Published: 

The Black Fly Collective presents, Iceland: Up From Below, a visual story of three friends exploring the wilds of Iceland together. Follow them on a journey through the beautiful and varied landscapes of the remote Atlantic island.  …

Published: 

In this clip from the full length feature film “Days of My Youth,” produced by Red Bull Media House in association with MSP Films, pro skiier Cody Townsend rockets through an almost fully enclosed couloir somewhere in Alaska. It’s been dubbed the “most insane ski line…

Published: 

The Ancient Greeks believed anyone could unlock superhuman potential by mastering the three pillars of heroism: skill, strength and compassion. In this exclusive series based on research uncovered for his upcoming book, Natural Born Heroes, Christopher McDougall tracks down the high priests of the lost fitness arts. …

Published: 

From October 2-4, 2014, more than 49,000 people flocked to Denver, CO to sample some 3,500 beers at the annual Great American Beer Festival. We spoke with Dogfish Head’s Sam Calagione and others about what goes into a beer fest of…

Published: 

In Part 2 of the Natural Born Heroes series, Christopher McDougall learns how to throw knives with force and accuracy from knifemaster Patrick Brewster.  …

Published: 

Parkour is all about functional fitness. In Part 3 of the Natural Born Heroes series, Christopher McDougall learns the basics from a master.

Published: 

Intends to create the largest ski resort in the United States

Published: 

U.S. skiers rack up wins at favorite courses

Published: 

No need to hang up the bike with this new commuting gear

Published: 

Michele Ferrari attended training camp, according to Italian paper

Published: 

My heart feels like it skips a beat every once in a while, especially during exercise. Is this something I should get checked out?

Published: 

'No Turning Back' actually kind of does turn back. And that’s a good thing. The latest offering from Warren Miller Entertainment is the feel-good ski hit of the winter.

Published: 

Two bourbon-heavy recipes to cure whatever ails you this winter.

Published: 

Winnebago is no longer just for the meek

Published: 

Last week, Moab banned electric bikes from many of the area's most popular trails. And that's the right decision (for now). What's more alarming is the vitriolic reaction to the machines and their riders, making the cycling community sound a lot like the road's worst drivers.

Published: 

Taste the holidays...in a beer bottle.

Published: 

Think feeling crappy on a plane is inevitable? Think again. What you eat pre-flight could mean the difference between winning your away race and spending the trip in bed nursing NyQuil.

Published: 

In his debut novel, John Vaillant delivers a terrifying border tale

Published: 

City's bid sparks backlash

Published: 

Primates not entitled to human rights

Published: 

Richard Branson's mega-brand adding ships to planes and spacecraft

Published: 

The latest film from More Than Just Parks, this video is the culmination of two weeks spent exploring the Great Smoky Mountains National Park during peak fall color. The park is known for an extraordinary display of fall colors, incredibly diverse wildlife and for…

Published: 

When Senior Editor Grayson Schaffer reported on delisting Grizzlies for the January Issue of Outside, he spent several days with Casey Anderson in the Tom Miner Basin, north of Yellowstone National Park. A rancher had put down an old horse, and local bears were making regular visits to the…

Published: 
Sponsor Content

Tucked deep in a valley in the heart of Telemark, the town of Rjukan has a history tied up in the waterfalls that tumble from its cliffs. Once, it was the promise of progress that drew industry, in the form of hydropower. Today, it's still the water that draws people…

Published: 

Should I ditch AAA and rely on new roadside assistance apps instead?

Published: 

The future of whiskey tastings doesn't involve a shot glass or liquid, but a glass globe and vaporized spirits

Published: 

After seven years of scandal, it's time for cycling's most recidivist team to exit the sport.

Published: 

Essentials that will get you to your destination feeling fresh, healthy, and ready to compete.

Published: 

Yes, they're great for reducing soreness, but they could also be masking more serious muscular imbalances.

Published: 

Our drive to raise billions annually is a crazy effective performance enhancer.

Published: 

Latest move in battle over who owns the youth brand

Published: 

Company in talks with pro cycling teams

Published: 

German documentary alleges corruption, cover-ups

Published: 

Sometimes the most challenging and arduous adventure is the one in your own backyard. The Colorado Trail links up the state's largest metropolitan region with some of the best mountain bike trails in the country, spanning over 500 miles from Denver to Durango. During the summer, the trail clears of…

Published: 

Yes. That's the beauty of running.

Published: 

Photographer Ian Tuttle set up camp three times throughout the summer on the Pacific Crest Trail, capturing snippets of the 2,663-mile trail that stretches the length of the West Coast. He made portraits of those he met, asked them questions, and even followed up with a few after their time on the trail.

Published: 

It's been a national park for 50 years. One more step will ensure that it's safe forever.

Published: 

The Olympic gold medalist makes a name for herself as a big-wave surfer.

Published: 

Brew master Alex Violette will open his cutting-edge American-style brewery in Vietnam this month. The goal: to create the most innovative, unique beers on the planet using the country's native ingredients. Mangosteen stout, anyone?

Published: 

If your New Year's resolution is 'eat more bacon' or 'drink more booze,' we have the gift for you.

Published: 

A new visa policy makes it much easier for Americans to travel to India. But it’s a big country. Where should you go?

Published: 

Elite runners go shoulder-to-shoulder with amateurs Wednesday

Published: 

Skier recovering from broken wrist

Published: 

Mexican initiative inspires confidence and positive values

Published: 

Professional photographer Tabitha Soren shares her secrets for shooting arresting photos.

Published: 

The proper one-pieces for ski slopes, business conferences, and Christmas morning.

Published: 

Get it growing right with these pro tips and tools.

Published: