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Intends to make documentary, study coral reef
A young, paralyzed Brazilian may walk onto the field for the start of the world's largest sports tournament
Shades to be released June 23 go for the "hot nerd" look
Ed Viesturs is a professional mountaineer and a Whittaker Mountaineering Guide Team member who has summited Everest seven times. The Whittaker Mountaineering crew recently sat down with Ed and got his perspective on the risks of climbing Everest, in light of this year’s deadly avalanche. …
Arto Saari is a professional skateboarder born in Seinajoki, Finland. He’s been one of the most celebrated skateboarders of our time, while starring in several skats films and elevating the standard in the industry. In the last three years Arto has shifted his focus from skateboarding to photography. This short…
No fancy equipment needed — just your finger, a notebook and one minute a day
With a new smart drivetrain concept, the Japanese component manufacturer unveils electronic shifting for mountain bikes.
Serious about minimalism? Then this is the pack for you.
Travel to the best slopes of Switzerland in style—a newly crowdfunded sleep-in bus will take you there
What do you get when you cross three former Navy SEALs, an attorney, degrees from Harvard’s business and Kennedy schools, and passion for the mountains? A brand new breed of eco-friendly obstacle race.
Newly prescribed pollution limits are sure to push coal further out of the U.S. energy mix—but overseas demand might help keep coal cranking stateside.
In the worst disaster in decades, on one of the country's most iconic peaks, two guides and four clients go missing and are presumed dead—leaving a climbing community searching for clues.
If you're in it for the long haul, you might as well haul it in.
Full disclosure: I secretly wanted to love Lululemon's men’s gear when the company sent me a box of clothes to test. I just wasn't prepared to admit it. The company has become synonymous with women's yoga gear. If you close your eyes and think Lululemon, I doubt any masculine visuals…
Ah, the age-old dilemma of falling in love with a stray dog and deciding to take it home when you’re vacationing in some exotic place. No, airlines don’t offer dog rescue discounts, but there is a low-cost option for getting a dog home specifically from Puerto Rico—you’re within American territory…
Silk can communicate structural information, inspire new materials
Nature versus concrete at its best. Filmmaker Joanny Causse traveled for two years to collect the footage in Country of Contrasts. From hours and hours of video, Causse was able to illustrate one of his favorite things about the U.S.; its stark contrasts. …
Wolf Carr is a beekeeper from Portland Oregon, and the owner of Wolf Honey. A short profile piece from Juliet Zulu about the importance of following your passion and doing things you love. Read the full story here. …
Drop your jaws and pack your bags. Outside's best adventure photography of the year.
The tech company introduced new operating systems for its computers and mobile devices Monday—and we think it’s been taking notes from us.
New Healthkit app displays live fitness data, connects doctors and patients in real-time
Every year, the American College of Sports Medicine releases its fitness index. But what does the project do besides give a city bragging rights?
No longer just a party drink quarantined to tiki bars and beach-themed bonfire bashes, artisanal Rum is making a serious comeback.
Rail trails are the ultimate in reusing and recycling. Converted from former railroad corridors, these multi-use paths carve gentle grades through cities and the countryside, making them family-friendly routes for hiking and biking. To date, there are more than 1,800 rail trails open nationwide, covering more than 21,000 miles. “They…
If your everyday routine includes hour-plus sweat sessions, you can probably rest easy, says Brook Schantz, a registered dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics at Loyola University Medical Center; there’s a good chance your body needs more than the Recommended Daily Allowance of 2,300 milligrams of…
Runs 26:44.36 in the 10,000 meters at Prefontaine Classic
Tech haters like to claim that our devices are making us more solitary and stationary. So what's Google doing about it?
Builder tells the story of trail building, through the eyes of some of mountain biking’s best riders and builders. From filmmaker Scott Secco. Premieres April, 2015. …
George Hincapie, one of the most celebrated cyclists in history and Lance Armstrong’s top domestique, opens up about his new book, his relationship with Armstrong, and why he chose to testify before the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency. Read the full story here. …
What do you do when you leave work in the evening? If you’re Alastair Humphreys. you head out on a “microadventure.” The 2012 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year paid a visit to Kammok and joined the staff for a night under the…
An inside look at how professional climber Angie Payne trains for big time bouldering competitions. She's placed 11th at the Toronto World Cup, and is slated to compete at the GoPro Mountain Games World Cup in Vail. …
Incredible timelapse video of photographer John Shellington’s road trip through the Western United States. A collection of images from 2 months in New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming. Montana, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, California, and Alberta, Canada.
From long flights to backpacking treks, one of the ugly universal truths of travel is a condition known as stanky bottom. Toilet paper is no match for this. In fact, it often exacerbates the problem, causing chafing and other issues. When stanky bottom strikes—and strike it will—you’re going to need…
After 16,000 miles of wear testing by runners around the country—including Farah—Nike's Air Pegasus 31 debuts this weekend.
A new report details the factors behind our surprising speedskating failure in this year's Olympics—and any athlete can learn from its findings.
Athletes may win in the medal count, but they lose when it comes to dental hygiene. And this is more than a laughing manner.
You should be vigilant about Ebola if you’re traveling to West Africa, just as you should take precautions with more common threats such as crime, malaria, and crazy drivers. It’s all part of safe and healthy traveling. But don’t worry excessively about it. Below are some tips for minimizing the…
Yes, there’s a strong chance your credit card with the old-fashioned magnetic strip won’t work at most cash registers in Europe. American banks and retailers are woefully behind in security technology, and consumers are suffering for it. The recent hacking of ATM and credit information for tens of millions of…
This is the Kickstarter campaign all runners should be backing.
Three panes of glass separate you from a 1,000-foot fall. And they start cracking, which is what happened to Willis Tower visitors Wednesday. Terrifying, yes. But dangerous? Not exactly.
According to AVP Pro and Olympian April Ross
It's not just mental. Even mild amounts of anxiety and stress can subvert your performance.
What you can do beforehand, at sea level and once you hit the mountains
So you’ve promised your significant other you’ll do something romantic this weekend. Trouble is, you still haven’t planned anything. But don’t worry: there’s a way to turn a regular walk in the woods into an amorous getaway. Just grab your favorite daypack, fill it with these five items, and pay…
Lance Armstrong returns, Dean Potter wingsuits with his dog, the most epic mountain bike ride in Peru, and 7 more amazing shorts.
This year’s Red Bull King of the Air event took place in February at Capetown, South Africa’s Big Bay. 24 of the world’s best kiteboarders went head-to-head in a competition all about big air and style points. Watch as Kevin Langaree wins the title in this edit…
They say that showing up (or, in this case, putting it in writing) is half the battle—so for that, congrats on a big first step. Now, for your question: Science says that at 40 you are definitely not too old to benefit from a regular exercise routine. Great news, right?…
Fly Fishing for Bonefish in the BahamasBy Will Rice
One enterprising California artist is making custom-painted helmets, bike frames, and saddles for all.
The fitness giant works hard to polish their public image—to the extent of confronting or even suing those who criticize CrossFit on social media. What gives?
In his new memoir, George Hincapie delves into the past, examining his relationship with Lance Armstrong and his own choice to take performance-enhancing drugs. In an extended interview, he explains why he still has hope for cycling.
Norbu Tenzing Norgay is deeply familiar with Mt. Everest—his father famously made the first summit with Sir Edmund Hillary in 1953. But alongside the beauty and adventure, there's real danger, especially for Sherpas. It's time to make a change.
The City Cottage steals design elements from ships, making it one of the most efficient cabins we've ever seen.
Three entrepreneurs envision a future of shared outdoor equipment. And while the project is barely off the ground, their idea could change how we buy and sell gear.