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Ski patrol has become an increasingly unsustainable career path. Now unions are popping up across the country to try and change that.
We want to be the best outdoor gear resource on the planet. Help us get there.
Climber Graham Zimmerman joined advocacy group Protect Our Winters, which enlisted him in the fight against climate change
The Bowhead Reach is designed to help those who can’t walk access mountain-bike trails
He needed something—anything—to cure his winter COVID blues. Science led him to a mildewy steam room and a very cold shower.
The unlikely new American record holder in the marathon believes her best racing days are still ahead of her
Activists launch The Outdoorist Oath to promote social justice on the trail
In this episode of the Gear Shed, associate gear editor Kelly Klein shows us her pre-tour routine
Different workout styles can get you equally fit, but they affect your body differently—which suggests that you should mix it up
All over America’s ancient eastern mountains, there’s an organism that lives underground, tethered to tree roots, waiting to be hunted. It’s among the world’s rarest and most expensive foods, and it grows in a wide range of conditions. But there’s only one guy in the country who really knows how to find it. Rowan Jacobsen joins him in the search for the Appalachian truffle.
A step-by-step walkthrough to jump-starting your vehicle
‘Lot’zza Mia!’ combines a love of skiing and eating pizza. It’s movie magic.
As the planet warms, wine regions like Napa are being forced to make some major adaptations. But that’s also presented opportunities for innovation.
Many of the skills involved with long-distance hiking also lend themselves to going faster on trails
Today the Tongass is the last national forest in the United States where old-growth trees are clear-cut
A ski trip into these Italian mountains unfolds into a learning experience and a bridge to much needed healing
What happens if you find an injured climber halfway up a 1,600-foot rock face? In 1931, the only option was a high-altitude piggyback ride.
Three methods to cultivate pacing mastery and optimize your performance potential
Wes Siler compares all-season tires against the trusted Bridgestone Blizzak. The results speak for themselves.
Following the continued growth of its retail business, evo plans to turn a full city block in Seattle into a mixed-use development combining retail, restaurants, experiences, and more
The wait for winter is over. Here’s the gear that helped our editors stay warm, festive, and active over the holidays.
On this stunning trip in northern Patagonia, you’ll explore towering peaks, a new ten-million-acre national park, and pristine rivers and lakes. And did we mention the delicious barbecue?
The ‘Row of Life’ drifted for nearly 4,000 miles across the Pacific Ocean until, one day, it washed ashore
The technology promises more performance, but limited by stock reflector housings, it fails to deliver
You can blame the usual suspects: the crazy cost of mountain-town housing, the corporatization of the ski industry, the Man. Or dare to believe that our hero lives on.
“Home Crag” takes viewers inside the fight to protect Little Cottonwood Canyon, a favorite climbing spot just outside Salt Lake City
‘Maintenance Phase’ hosts Aubrey Gordon and Michael Hobbes are tackling everything from Halo Top ice cream to the war on obesity
Our trail shoemeliers pick the best off-road running models to pair with each trail surface
While getting his PhD in English, Logan Scherer developed an intense friendship with a male grad student that lasted for years, through his friend’s engagement and marriage to a woman. Scherer struggled to make sense of it, until he lost himself in a group of spinster nature writers from the late 19th century who eschewed marriage to live alone or with other women during a time when the language of queerness didn’t exist.
The former VF Corp. executive discusses his plans to modernize the legacy travel brand
The Lebanon, Tennessee, facility will run on 100 percent clean energy and produce zero waste
Whether you’re looking to take up classic skiing or skate skiing, the U.S. gold medalist has some advice for beginning one of the season's most fun and affordable sports
Insulated pants are a fun and comfortable alternative to heavy and restrictive base layers
The incident in December is the latest incident of vandalism to ancient Native artifacts
Christopher Lewis was lost in the Montana backcountry with a shattered ankle, sopping clothes, and a single bar of cell-phone reception
Nicole Otto will step into the role in June, taking over from Steve Murray
Merrell has pulled out of OR’s Snow Show two weeks before it stages in Denver, citing COVID concerns
The 40-year-old’s stunning performance smashed two world records on Friday
With plenty of good food and drinks, events, and nightlife, there’s a lot more to Reno-Tahoe than its phenomenal skiing
Marshall Sella started as an intern at Outside in Chicago in 1988, and he went on to a successful career as a magazine writer in New York. His friends and former colleagues will remember him as much for his infectious humor and generous spirit. Here, his editor recalls the impact a young man had on a magazine still finding its voice.
Climate expert Daniel Swain explains how a convergence of climate change, urban sprawl, and extreme weather fueled the costliest wildfire in state history
Looking to sign up for your first triathlon? We share everything you need to know to help you have a successful first race.
One day Brandon Sneed’s girlfriend called him to deliver alarming news: she’d impulsively signed up for a half Ironman. On a whim, Sneed decided to do the race, too.
Sometimes the best trails are the ones you can easily access
Campgrounds may be closing for the season but you can still camp from the comforts of your own home
Everything you need and nothing you don’t
Ditch the traffic and high-cost lift tickets of peak ski season by creating a wintry vacation closer to home
Stunning and easy-to-access vistas to bookmark for your next road trip
Go sledding, slow cook a hearty stew, sip on a rich cup of hot cocoa. Just because the days are shorter and colder doesn’t have to mean they’re any less fun.
A secret abortion, pirates, and the peace found at the bottom of the ocean
From route creation and trail research to offline data access, Gaia GPS helps runners of every level achieve safer trips
Five moves to get your backside back in action
We only have room for two powder skis in our print issue, but there are so many more worth your consideration
From hilarious to horrifying, these tales offer a glimpse into what this work can be like
A new way of classifying athletes aims to quantify the thresholds that distinguish recreational athletes from their trained, highly trained, and elite brethren
With prices starting at $40,000, the Hummer-based truck will help take zero-emissions 4x4’s mainstream
Gnarly Nutrition’s ‘Home Crag’ shares why the frequented site is important to the state’s climbing community
When your crew has differing abilities, choosing a resort with varied terrain is crucial
Fitness comes and goes. Allow Glen Plake to make a case for prioritizing style—that elusive athletic skill that endures.
In six years, Constantine and Magpie have collectively hiked 30,000 miles. What do they do now that they’ve learned their lessons from—and found love on—the trail?
From Lake Placid to Cordova and some select places in between, here’s our (highly subjective) list of the nation’s best mountain towns. Before telling us where we went wrong, please take a moment to acknowledge the courage and gall it takes to attempt such an impossible feat.
Yes, things are very bad, but there are some glimmers of hope for making meaningful progress
Our Sweat Science columnist spent two months measuring his blood sugar around the clock. Here’s what he found.
This California trail was my dream hike—until maggots, a missing tent, and the stomach flu turned it into a nightmare
After making a slow climb from substantial Q3 losses, the OBJ Outdoor Index experienced another smaller loss under holiday supply chain strains and Omicron variant worries
Three types of training that will improve your speed, stride, and stamina, but won't burn you out.
Sikh adventurer Preet Chandi crosses Antarctica, climbers lost in 2021, and a highly satisfying ski line
With a few specific products, paired with clothes you already own, you’re on your way to a rip-roaring good time
The first-ever Graphene foam hiking boot delivers unprecedented energy return and cushioning.
A day out on the slopes doesn’t have to be wildly expensive. You just need to know where and when to go.
Improve your running by integrating these strength, mobility and balance exercises into your daily routine—so you'll be sure to do them regularly.
Gelje Sherpa to climb Cho Oyu from Nepal, Aspen businesses hungry for workers, and a strange cyclocross crash
Rescue on Sandia Peak, Alberto Salazar loses final appeal, and a staff shortage hits Vail Resorts
People are disabled in countless different ways, so there are few practical tips that will apply to everyone. Yet a few key things can improve your experience.
New big-data study digs into hitting the wall in the marathon, revealing who is most likely to crash, when, and how much it will cost you.
The future of the Chinook is uncertain, as its numbers drop due to the impacts of climate change, unsustainable harvest practices, dams, habitat loss, and predation
When you get creative with natural materials in parks, some call it art; others call it litter
Even those running less get faster in races when abiding by this golden ratio of training intensity.
The Olympic medalist turned coach didn’t have time to fully prepare and almost burned out mid-quest. Here’s how she adapted and finished strong.