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The later moon missions didn’t grab as much attention as the first landing in 1969, but they had something very cool on the gear front: the lunar rover, a lightweight go-kart that gave crews unmatched mobility on another world
Drawing parallels with the Galápagos Islands, this marine wonderland is a similarly diverse treasure found just off the Southern California coast, home to 2,000-plus species, some 150 of which can be found nowhere else
If you can get past the lack of creature comforts, spending a night outside might be one of the most rewarding things you do
Maren Larsen created a little magic when she decided to start a queer ERG (employee resource group) at Outside
The news of Shelby Houlihan's four-year ban created an outpouring of confusion. We waded through the science and research to help answer some of the top questions.
How the 800m final at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials played out reveals tactical lessons for every runner
Photographer James Barkman has been living in his 1976 VW Westfalia van for seven years. The lessons he’s learned can help you on your long-weekend road trip, too.
With endless rain and a half-drowned camera, all Jack Davies and his friends could do was laugh at the type-two fun
Gut problems in runners have myriad sources — from stress to heat, caffeine to sleep deprivation — and all of them can sabotage your performance.
How limit-pushing expeditions—and a little bit of healthy scorn—lead to limit-pushing gear for Sea to Summit
Bryan Rogala explains why it is important to understand your vehicle’s payload capacity ratings, especially when towing a trailer
How Polartec revolutionized outdoor adventure with technical fabric innovation
We’ll be combing the site for the steepest discounts, so you don’t have to
Save on hiking and camping equipment with Amazon’s biggest sale of the year
A new wave of companies disrupting private-plane travel have made it more accessible to hop on a small chartered flight to regional destinations that are closer to outdoor playgrounds than any large airport
Which backpack is right for you? Wes Siler is here to explain how they work.
Whether you want to fish, float, or just relax, add these destinations to your water-adventure hit list
After losing her father to Alzheimer’s disease, one writer reflects on her relationship with grief and running—and the connections between the two
Through Get It in Cyclists, Anthony Carter is doing the work of bringing young cyclists of all abilities into the sport
How to level up your camp coffee game, no matter your brew method
Instead of focusing on joint angles and limb movements, a new study takes a holistic approach to the biomechanics of elite runners
It took me months of cold, scary failure to learn how to roll my boat in the open ocean. The effort taught me that barriers to outdoor proficiency, no matter how daunting, can be overcome if you don’t give up.
Whether you’re just dipping your toe in the water or pushing the outer limits of adventure sports, you can use this handbook for decades to come. Enjoy technical tips and words of wisdom from the pros, ranging from ways to stay warm while cold-weather camping to nurturing the inspiration to get out there every day.
A spiral of injuries—and the attendant existential crisis—can be an opportunity to revisit the fundamentals
Been to the Centennial State before and looking to go deeper? Check out these northern Colorado adventures.
Why reaching outdoor nirvana means journeying far from the beaten path
Having a disability and staging epic adventures can go hand in hand. You just have to be willing to ask for a little help.
How to buy your first bike, grill, paddleboard, sleeping pad, and more
Think you wouldn’t benefit from some mental maintenance? Think again.
Looking to progress in your sport? From deepwater soloing in Majorca to mountain biking in New Zealand, these trips will take you to the next level.
From a baobab-filled outcropping in the middle of Botswana’s Makgadikgadi salt pans to an adventure hot spot in Iraqi Kurdistan, plan a trip to these bold destinations to earn some major adventure travel cred
A body in motion will inevitably need a little maintenance
Our writer, a lifelong surfer, tries to find out
Elevate your next outdoor sleepover with these genius tricks
Every outdoor situation demands a slightly different layering system, but with these three puffies and three shells, you can pretty much do it all
Some of our favorite challenging outings in the heart of Colorado’s high country
When you start a new sport, everything will be hard, perplexing, and intimidating. But your brain will be on fire.
All the essentials for crushing long days on the trail
Sustaining and delicious whole-food meals and snacks to pack for your next mission
Hard-won advice from someone who hated the sport, until it changed his life
Despite their differences, climbing’s most famous besties get along because they share the same convictions, support each other’s harebrained schemes, and, of course, engage in some good-natured smack talk
Looking to level up? Get started with this inexpensive, four-move routine.
Wild, off-the-beaten-path outings in one of Colorado’s most rugged corners
Essential questions to ask during your doctor's visit, at every age
Fun, easy-to-pull-off adventures within a couple hours of the Mile High City
We asked movers and shakers in different corners of the outdoor world about what people can do to make certain spaces and sports more welcoming for all
Dealing with discomfort isn’t a magical gift. It’s a skill, and you can improve at it.
The co-op also honored Cannondale, NEMO Equipment, Fjällräven, and Darn Tough Vermont as part of its annual Vendor Partner of the Year awards
For a change of pace, try this mixed-bag workout to fine-tune your change of speed.
The 100 percent employee-owned insole brand has signed an acquisition deal with Seattle-based Westward Partners
After a year of isolation, the small community of Yakutat reconnects among the waves
Deschutes National Forest offers year-round adventure to a wide variety of outdoor enthusiasts
For serious training sessions that end in the ocean, any old bikini won’t do. Here are our favorite specialized sets.
Be a good neighbor to fellow RVers and preserve public lands for future travelers. Here's how.
No matter where you go in Texas, you’ll find trails for every kind of hiker
The Altra Provision 5 provides creative stability through geometry, proprioception and subtle guidance, while delivering a smooth, neutral, balanced ride.
Elite runners from four infernos share 8 tips on staying tough and training smart in hot and humid weather conditions.
He wanted to be the best man he could be. This required some bold and questionable choices.
But there’s still hope if we start managing water differently and addressing climate change, both of which are making dry spells more extreme
New research sifts through the evidence to figure what types of intervals make you fastest
Whether you're new to off-roading or have been exploring for years, add these trail systems to your hit list
Camping solo may not always be easy, but it'll always be worth it
If you want a swath of stunning wilderness all to yourself, book a trip to Lake Clark, says our 62 Parks columnist of the 37th stop on her quest to visit all the parks in the U.S.
Tuliamuk had secured her spot in the Tokyo Olympics—then 2020 happened. Fortunately, she’s always run for more than just the medals.
The heritage outdoor brand has a new leadership team in place and a new vision for the way it makes and markets apparel and gear
Because there’s no better way to experience a national park than by sleeping in it
From the right tires for the terrain to proper trail etiquette, here’s everything you need to know
Hiking remains a rare modern opportunity to be stunned by the unknown. Don’t spoil it by obsessing over a bunch of YouTube videos.
The multiple American record holder is a huge fan favorite—does that give us a biased view of her case?
Our ethics columnist on the right and wrong way to share the trail this summer
It’s finally time to take that beach vacation. You might as well post up right by the ocean.
Coach Carl explains three types of long runs you'll need for the marathon, and how to fit them into your training schedule.
At some point in every adventurous life, you need to pursue something completely trivial with such single-minded focus that it nearly drives you mad. Allow me to explain.
Sometimes all you need is a basic brew. After testing eight, we identified the the ones you should keep on hand.