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Atacama Extreme: Running On a Salt Lake from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. On day six of his run across the Atacama Desert, Ray Zahab moves over an active salt lake. When he gets to his resupply point, he finds out his team has been delayed due to…
The News Team has been hard at work this week, combing the web for the latest headlines from the world outside. Along the way we discovered these little gems, clips of people out doing what they love. Here's the stuff you should click on this week—video edition. If…
After four weeks camping in the Florida Keys, my tent poles have suffered from some serious weathering of its ends (the ends that are on the ground). Is there a way to prevent this? Are some tent poles more resistant to weathering than others?Dean East Grand Forks, MN
Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton stops by the Marmot booth at Outdoor Retailer to check out their stylish new hard shell. Outdoor Retailer: Marmot Silverton Jacket from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. –Joe Spring …
Photo by damian_hunt courtesy of Flickr Alberto Contador plans to appeal any suspension for doping, the Tour de France champion said Friday, adding that he feels like a “victim of the system.” According to…
Once Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton saw the diagram for K2's new rescue shovel, he made a bee-line for the company's booth at Outdoor Retailer. Outdoor Retailer: K2 Rescue Shovel from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. –Joe Spring …
Buyer's Guide editor Sam Moulton's takes a look at K2's new ski pole, which has an inclinometer built into the handle. Outdoor Retailer: K2 Lock Jaw from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. –Joe Spring …
Atacama Extreme: Terrain Like the Sahara from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. “Had an awesome day for several reasons,” says Ray Zahab. “The terrain is totally my style which is extremely motivating!” Zahb got excited aftering hitting a new environment in Chile's Atacama desert. For more details, check…
This year we featured Core Concepts in our Winter Buyer's Guide. To see what cool new designs they have set for their 2012 line, we stopped by their booth at Outdoor Retailer. Outdoor Retailer: Core Concepts Apparel from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. –Joe Spring…
Photographer Corey Arnold has released a book about commercial fishing right on the heel's of President Obama's State of the Union joke about salmon.
You know Polartec's fabrics from many of the jackets and fleeces you wear everyday. In 2012, the company will release a proprietary new fabric that is both waterproof and highly breathable. Outdoor Retailer: Polartec Neoshell from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. — Joe Spring …
More Mountain Biking Videos Willow Koeber has had quite a year. She racked up a Bronze medal at the World Championships in Mt. St. Anne Quebec, a second place finish in the World Cup race at Dalby Forest, a second place…
»¬°å¸ßÊÖShaun White Courtesy of Flickr Two-time Olympic gold medalist Shaun White wants to add performance driving to his resume. The action sports superstar has partnered with BFGoodrich Tires…
The Wild Within: Alberta Moose from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. –Stayton Bonner…
Dr. John Xerogeanes; courtesy of Emory Health Sciences Communications Good news for young athletes with ACL injuries: doctors at Emory University have developed a 3-D MRI technology that…
A prominent doctor responsible for anti-doping tests has responded to Sports Illustrated's January 24th article on Lance Armstrong. The article details tests Dr. Don Catlin performed in the 90s on urine samples from a cyclist an unidentified source says was Lance Armstrong. The article mentions…
Ray Zahab checks in at night after day four of his quest to run across Chile's Atacama Desert. After finally getting off road, he kicks up dust over Inca trails and dry riverbeds. Atacama Extreme: Dry Riverbeds and Inca Trails from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. —Bob Cox…
Outdoor Retailer: Smith Helmets and Goggles from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. Alicia Carr checks in with the Smith booth to see what new innovations they have planned for 2012. It turns out they have one of the coolest new technologies at Outdoor Retailer. –Joe Spring …
Courtesy of Flickr Runners in New York and Arkansas might soon find themselves unplugged, according to the Associated Press. Lawmakers in the two states have proposed restrictions on pedestrians operating electronic devices, such as iPods or…
My son wants a bivy tent. He likes to hike for couple of days at a time on his own, usually in a moderate climate but sometimes in the snow. What do I need to look for? Specific models if possible. Sue Kingwood, TX
Queens County, Long Island. Courtesy of Flickr Quiksilver and ASP announced today that New York's Long Island will be the site of the Quiksilver Pro New York this fall, according to TransWorld Surf. The event, running…
The twice-annual Outdoor Retailer trade show, held in Salt Lake City, is an exhibition of to-be-released outdoors apparel and gear from manufacturers around the world. After six days in Utah last week — demoing new gear, skiing powder, walking the trade show floor — a few items began to surface…
Yellowstone bison. Courtesy of Flickr Wildlife officials in Montana shot and killed an uncooperative female bison on Monday in the Gallatin Valley north of Yellowstone National Park, according to Reuters. The bison was one…
Contador at the 2009 Tour de France. Courtesy of Flickr Cyclist Alberto Contador has been stripped of his 2010 Tour de France title and suspended from racing for one year due to evidence that…
“Nobody likes to run on pavement,” Ray Zahab said. “Expecially when it's 38 degree celsius pavement.” Zahab's plans to run offroad across the Atacama desert were rudely interrupted by a huge gorge. Instead, he ran 21 km down the Pan-Pacific highway on little to no shoulder, between speeding trucks and…
127 Hours, the movie based on adventurer Aron Ralston's harrowing incident in Blue John Canyon, was officially nominated for six Academy Awards today, including Best Picture and Best Actor, according to the Oscar website. Check out our interview with James…
Photo Courtesy of Flickr Backcountry Access (BCA) is offering free replacements on its Tracker2 avalanche beacon after multiple malfunctions were reported by the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, according to Skinet.com. BCA suspects the beacons were reacting to static electricity discharge in the…
Sixteen months after injuring his shoulder during the 2009 American Bouldering Series Nationals, Ethan Pringle made his comeback. He did it in fine style last June, when he repeated Dai Koyamada's Wheel of Life (V16/5.14d), a massive 60-plus move roof problem in Australia's Grampians. Since then, Pringle, 24, has been on…
Jet ski assistance. Photo Courtest of Flickr Jet skis have been controversial ever since they hit the surf scene: they're loud, smelly, and dangerous. But, as proved during a recent swell in California, they can also be invaluable for safety in…
Automakers are back with a vengeance—serving up the most advanced, fuel-efficient, and intelligent crop of new cars and SUVs we've ever seen. Additional reporting by Roman Mica and Michael Sheena.
I'm new to mountain biking and can't decide whether to buy a standard 26-inch wheel or a 29er. The Editors Santa Fe, New Mexico
I need to purchase an avalanche beacon for my son who is skiing in Montana. The decision has come down to either the Ortovox Patroller (which I can buy off the NSP website at a pretty good price) I can source a Pieps DSP for a very good price (I have really good connections through my work). The cost difference will end up being about $80.00. Model to model, is the Pieps that much better than the Ortovox model?CliffNew Boston, NH
Photo courtesy of Flickr. The nonprofit ARC announced a winner yesterday for it's competition to design a wildlife crossing over I-70, near Vail and Breckenridge ski resorts, The New York Times reports. The area marks…
Photo courtesy of Flickr. Jack LaLanne, considered the founding father of the fitness movement, died Sunday at his home in Morro Bay, California, USA Today reports. LaLanne was known for promoting strength training and healthful eating…
Ray Zahab started his run across the Atacama desert by pounding pavement on the Pan-American Highway near the border of Chile and Peru. Landmines buried in the desert meant no drifting offroad at the start. After a few kilometers he headed inland, past the buzzing power lines marking the last…
Yes, Outdoor Retailer is packed with 515,000 square feet of cool stuff to covet, but what’s even better about OR is that you meet the Stanford PhDs, MIT scientists, corporate execs turned entrepreneurs, and world-class athletes behind all the new innovations that make you go higher, faster, stronger, and longer…
Kayaker Chris Korbulic returns to Africa to take part in a unique memorial service for his friend and fellow paddler Hendri Coetzee, who was killed by a crocodile in Congo in December 2010. Itunda Falls, Nile River, Uganda8 January,…
I'm looking for a waterproof hard shell outer layer, preferably three-ply, for winter activities...skiing, hiking, snowshoeing. Somewhere between bombproof and minimalist?MikeNewton, MA
Photo courtesy of Flickr. With his classic bring-it-on attitude, Lance says he's not afraid of an investigation into new blood doping claims against him, according to RoadCycling.com. Sports Illustrated recently…
https://youtube.com/watch?v=XfKqEbbjNb0%C2%A0 Acclaimed German filmmaker Werner Herzog's newest film, the documentary Cave of Forgotten Dreams, brings 3-D footage of ancient cave paintings inside the famed Chauvet Cave in southern France to the big screen. Herzog's film debuted at the 2010 Toronto International…
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You know the problem: Your boss calls your smartphone on the chairlift. Your iPod player starts cranking late-issue Rod Stewart way too loudly. You need to operate your touchscreen immediately. On a cold day, that usually means taking off your gloves. Unless you have one of…
Untitled from Outside Magazine on Vimeo. Ray and I received some very disheartening news the day before leaving for Chile. Kevin Vallely, Ray’s expedition brother—from the expedition to the South Pole in 2009 and the journey across…
The Loneliest Road in America gets a little more lonely, swingliners go big in Utah, an epic bore in Alaska, and tailgating: by the numbers. Here's the stuff you should click on this week. Not Your Average Backyard Swing Set: Forget Duran Duran:Playing…
There are certain skills every Outside guy should possess. For this, the first installment of our four-part fundamentals series, we address the basics of adventure.
Photo courtesy of Flickr The Outdoor Retailer Winter Market began Wednesday in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Winter Market, which is a five-day trade show of outdoor products, events and…
Courtesy of Flickr The Kelly Clark Foundation announced today that it has distributed its first round of scholarships, according to TransWorld Snowboarding. The foundation, established…
Courtesy of Flickr The 50-kilometer (31-mile) Hilo to Volcano Ultramarathon is set to begin Saturday on the Big Island of Hawaii, according to UltraRunning Online. From the bayside town…
Last night, big-wave surfer Mark Visser gathered up a helicopter, a jet ski, a buoyancy vest tricked out with LED lights, and a surfboard laced with submarine lighting built for NASA, and took off for Jaws. At 2:00 am local time, he caught a 30-footer…
Adidas has been making outdoor gear (hiking boots, shells) in Europe for a while, but the Euro sports giant is coming to the U.S. in a big way. Expect more of the triple stripes on everything from hiking boots to storm shells, all…
Like hucking cliffs taller than the lift chairs? May you stick your landings. To help, check out Marker’s new Jester Pro (new for Fall ’11). It’s reinforced with an aluminum strut to stiffen the toe piece for more power than most mortals could ever possibly need from their skis. “You…
Ever wonder where your dog goes once he gets out into the neighborhood? Curious where your kids end up going after school? GPS maker Garmin has developed a low-profile tracking device you can use to keep tabs on where the people, pets, and stuff you love are in real time.
Patagonia says its Down Shirt, which it unveiled last summer, is the “lightest piece of insulation on the market.” That’s a bold claim, but it could well be true: The 800-fill “shirt” weighs less than six ounces (and costs $250,…
If you secretly hope your child’s first steps might happen, say, on a muddy stretch of the Appalachian Trail, these shoes are for you. Adidas Outdoor is coming out with what we think might be the first Gore-Tex hiking shoe…for toddlers. It’s called…
Mammut/Barryvox makes some very fancy avalanche transceivers—one even can tell if the victim beneath the snow has a heartbeat. But for 99 percent of the casual backcountry users out there, it’s most important to just have a basic beacon that they won’t…
Avalanche airbags are showing up all over the trade floor at the Outdoor Retailer convention, if not yet all over the backcountry (though stories of skiers and snowmobilers who credit them for getting them through big slides are certainly becoming more common). A number…
Really into packing light? Check out Outdoor Research's new take on the standard beanie—it’s more like a down jacket for your head. It’s really light, insanely packable, and looks really warm. I’ve never felt like my hat was too bulky to fit in my bag,…
Barefoot-inspired shoes are flying off the shelves, and they're poised to transform the way we run. Here's how to make the most of running with less.
High-fructose corn syrup as a fuel for training
Can you recommend a few options for sunglasses that will not fog up while running and cross-country skiing? Thank you very much!EricMilwaukee, Wi
“The Way Back,” a movie depicting the supposedly-true escape and journey of seven prisoners from a Soviet gulag, goes to wide release this weekend. In limited release last weekend, the film garnered mostly positive reviews, receiving a 77 percent “Fresh” rating from Rotten Tomatoes. But, the…
Reynolds, at the Ventura Pier. Photo Courtesy of Flickr Dane Reynolds, one of the most publicized surfers of his generation and 2010 World Tour number four, underwent arthroscopic surgery recently and will most likely miss the first contest of this year, according to…
In a move to prevent ocean incidents and injuries, San Mateo County officials plan to close the beach when the Jay At Maverick's surf contest runs, according to an official release. Last year, 13 people were injured when a wave jumped a seawall into the spectator…
Your Challenge: Choosing the right adventure in New Zealand, a place that offers the best of everything. Your Solution: Our heavily researched, carefully formulated, and totally brilliant ten-step plan.
What's the best stand-up paddleboard for a beginner? The Editors Santa Fe, New Mexico
Photo from richardmasoner on Flickr Cyclist Floyd Landis announced on Monday that he is retiring from pro cycling, roadcycling.com and the AP report. He said that the battle to fix the sport's drug-tainted image is “not my…
Photo by richardmasoner on Flickr As a federal grand jury continues to investigate doping allegations against Lance Armstrong, writers at Sports Illustrated are reporting new information about the seven-time Tour de France winner's alleged role in an organized doping operation that…
By Stephen Regenold “Yak wool from the heart of the Himalayas.” That's the promise, and a company tag line of sorts, for Khunu USA, a Glenwood Springs, Colo., company that sells men's and women's sweaters made out of yak fur. Technically, it's wool, not fur.
What is the best winter cycling glove?TonyLong Beach, CA
Courtesy of Flickr Canine joint replacements are becoming more common, reports The New York Times. New hips, knees and elbows allow dogs to prolong careers such as assisting the disabled, participating in police activity and hunting. Veterinarians…
Few people can claim even one of the following roles—pro freeskier, BASE jumper, Japanese video star—but that's everyday life for Suzanne Graham. The 24-year-old winner of the 2010 Red Bull Cold Rush travels the world BASE-jumping, and is currently the world’s only active female ski BASE jumper.
Josh Cox broke his own American 50K record yesterday after winning the Rock 'n' Roll Arizona marathon. His time for 31.2 miles was 2:43:45, three minutes faster than the record…
Courtesy of Hood To Coast Movie Hood to Coast, the 197-mile, 12,000 person, 36-leg, largest relay in the world, kicks off August 26, 2011 at Timberline…
What is the best pant for a January backpacking/fly-fishing trip to Patagonian Chile? Jimmy Friend, NE
Courtesy of Flickr Alpinists Simone Moro, Denis Urubko and Cory Richards are attempting a first winter ascent of Pakistan's Gasherbrum II, according to…
Despite clips from the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics Ear Pulling event and a youngster showing us some tasty waves, the Animal Kingdom stole the headlines this week. Here's the stuff you should click on. Start Training NowWorld Eskimo-Indian Olympics, July 20-23, 2011…
Courtesy of Flickr U.S. Snowboarding has announced its team for the 2011 World Championships in La Molina, Spain, according to TransWorld Snowboarding. Leading the team of 21 athletes are three Olympians:…
Courtesy of Flickr Billabong's all-girl Flaunt It Tour begins its fifth season on January 22 at Blue Mountain, Ontario, according to TransWorld Snowboarding. The tour, which is open only to females, is a series of slopestyle and rail…
Megan Michelson and her stepfather Sixteen years ago, the man who helped raise Megan Michelson was shot to death at a remote kayaking lodge in Northern California. A nightmare episode that her mother has refused…