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Bored of the bar? Go faster and save money with these unusual race-day foods.

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Life Lessons from the toughest, hardest, foulest-mouthed children’s author on earth. *Parental guidance suggested.

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Identify the rarest finds

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Broke his back in the search

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Complicated shoes require complicated manufacturing

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Breaks age record

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I’ve read that tomato paste, green tea, and even chocolate can keep me from getting sunburned. Is that true? And what SPF are we talking here?

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This year’s bumper crop of paleo-inspired health, diet, and exercise books is proving that the prehistoric movement is here to stay

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Already an Everest record-holder, the 29-year-old climbing great shares what it takes to reach the top

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No one wants to be stuck in a yoga studio when the weather is nice. The solution? Take your practice to the trails.

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A recent story linking U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn to a German doctor convicted of helping athletes dope is light on facts, but raises legitimate questions

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Says plan would hurt the environment

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Under investigation by police

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Will feed astronauts on the way to Mars

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Died in separate incidents on descent

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One of my favorite chores around the campsite is to chop wood for the fire. What’s the best tool for the job?

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I’m planning a vacation to Montreal, and while I’ve heard lots about its urban charms, I don’t know much about its wilderness access. Where can I play outside within a couple hours of the city?

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Giving away 100,000 local adventures

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Snake was almost 19 feet long

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Climber in trouble with authorities

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South African video goes viral

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Search for survivors continues

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Comfort and support in an unbelievably lightweight shoe

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Outside reviews the best gear in the Summer 2013 Buyer’s Guide, including the GoPro Hero3 Black Edition

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Extremely well balanced and stable but also nimble and quick.

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A souped-up recreational boat that can handle short multi-day trips.

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Surf and Turf It’s rare that a shoe that looks this casual (we wore it year-round) performs so well. But with tight mesh at the bottom to keep out sand, a rock plate in the sole, and quick-drying meshy uppers, the Kia’i Trainers were our favorite water shoes this year.

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The Ignite DriDown offers water-resistant down filling at a great price

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Outside reviews the best gear in the Summer 2013 Buyer’s Guide, including the Rab Maverick.

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With a sleek and lightweight design, plus superb clarity, these binoculars are great for wildlife enthusiasts

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This traditional, dedicated GPS is user-friendly but fit for serious backcountry navigation

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A livable, freestanding three-season tent.

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An extremely fast, secure, nimble, and stable shoe.

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You can't get a better shoe at this price.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the Summer 2013 Buyer’s Guide, including the Trek Domane 6.9

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As user-friendly as they are brash.

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Rapture for the watersports set: Goggle-like, smudge-free, water-shedding.

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Shows ideal tides, wave size, and wind direction

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Nothing beats the original.

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Dimples cut down on drag and noise, and there's plenty of room inside.

Stands out in on-the-fly convenience, spaciousness, and durability.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the Summer 2013 Buyer’s Guide, including the Bic Sport Wing Ace-Tec

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Designed to make the most of subpar conditions

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Armored toe protection and ample arch support in a slim shoe.

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Outside reviews the best gear in the Summer 2013 Buyer’s Guide, including the Avia Avi-Mantis

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Easily tailored to your body, with clever details and a surprisingly light weight.

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Roomy, great for heavy loads, and has a super-customizable hipbelt.

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Ellie Greenwood, winner of the 2012 ­Western States 100-mile Endurance Run, on balancing big miles with a day job.

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An ultramarathon isn't just a race: It's a windy, rocky, leg-trashing trail to self-enlightenment. Get ready to run your first 50-miler with tips from our ultra experts, plus nutrition advice and a complete 20-week training plan.

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Should you go for the standard 26-inch mountain bike wheels or newer options in different sizes? We did some testing to find out.

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Altitude sickness to blame

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Longest period of snowfall in over 30 years

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Software tycoon suspects foul play

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Fatal rockfall to blame

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Went missing last Tuesday

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Fumes overwhelming neighbors

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Possibly dead, still cute

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Demand to outstrip supply by 40 percent

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Denies reports on Twitter

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I’m looking for something long-lasting and bright that won’t let me down in the backwoods. What do you recommend?

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With summer approaching, I'm on the lookout for a hardy cooler that will keep things fresh for days when there's no fridge on hand. Any recommendations?

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A great choice for beginners who want to get their money's worth and use it for touring, surfing and longer expeditions.

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Defending champ Hesjedal also drops

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Apparently worse than fire ants

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Tour leader captures video

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Successfully delayed unloading of shipment

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Saves her husband and dog

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Will use "fatbergs" from sewers

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Now that I’m 40, I feel like I don’t recover as quickly from workouts as I did when I was younger. Is there a scientific explanation for this? Or is it all in my head?

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In promoting pro mountain biker Rebecca Rusch’s record run on the Kokopelli, Red Bull is undermining their athlete’s accomplishment.

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A final directive caps years of debate over whether climbing anchors should be allowed inside National Park wilderness. But questions still remain around just how the policy will be enacted—and what impacts it will have on climbing and the environment.

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It’s not yet known how the UCI will proceed with its regulation on unsanctioned races. But many in the mountain biking world sound prepared for a division.

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You only get so much time with your kids before they’re grown up. After a family trip to the hot springs, Katie Arnold meditates on how best to spend it.

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A crazy new tool for testing biodynamics and aerodynamics might change the bike production game

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Our favorite new cycling-inspired apparel and gear for Bike to Work Week

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Parents drowned off Western Australian coast

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Fabled city of riches spotted by plane

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Rescued by two passing campers

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Leader gets frostbit during rescue

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