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An athlete and adventurer wants to summit the world’s highest peaks while advocating for inclusivity in the world of outdoor recreation
The Tokyo 2020 Paralympics get underway this week. Here’s who and how to watch.
Hiking is for everyone—but as Kara Richardson Whitely, a.k.a. Mama Kubwa, discovered, not everyone has gotten the memo
Each one is a reflection of our society—for better or for worse
For elite mountain athlete Hillary Allen, a near deadly fall was the start of a long, winding journey to find a new source of strength and purpose
News of the death was announced during the race’s awards ceremony Sunday, and some athletes held a moment of silence for the deceased rider
As the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report made clear this week, we’re going to need to give up some of the things we love if we don’t want much more taken away
Those instructions on the brownie box? Feel free to ignore them. This simple technique will get you a chocolatey dessert in just a few minutes.
Bobsledder Steve Mesler incorporates these practices into training to boost his mental health and physical performance
Katie Compton has said she never intentionally or knowingly took a banned substance after the USADA issued her a four-year ban
Emily Harrington and Adrian Ballinger aren’t just professional athletes and road trippers—they’re really cool dog parents too
We spent a day on the lake with professional athletes and dog parents, Emily Harrington and Adrian Ballinger and here's what we learned
Whether you’re looking to bag a 14er or just head out on a longer hike with your adventure pup, Ollie and his dad Stephen have some sage advice for making the most of your time on the trail.
Plus, inspired whiskey drinks to enjoy once you arrive
Injury forces ultra legend Scott Jurek off the trail
Fifteen riders and five alternates have been selected to compete in the 20th year of the big-mountain freeride competition in Virgin, Utah
The multi-use Lost Sierra Route will link underserved mountain communities, providing recreational adventures and economic sustainability
This time the former AT record holder is heading southbound and shooting for a time of under 40 days
Challenge yourself, choose your own pace, and embrace nature all by yourself
Despite difficult conditions, the women’s sport-climbing finals produced a predictable result
American Nathaniel Coleman took second, while perennial favorite Adam Ondra missed out on the podium altogether
Kyle Dickman had spent his life chasing adventure. But after nearly dying from a snake bite, he saw menacing risks everywhere he went.
Ski-town restaurants are in dire need of workers, but ongoing housing crises are making it impossible for staff to live where they work
It takes patience and some trial and error to make new trail buddies
A lot of the world’s top climbers won’t be in the Olympics. Here’s why.
Turns out, you don’t get as confident on the rock as Honnold is without broadening your repertoire of moves and expanding your comfort zone
“You always think you’ll save the ones you love when the moment comes. But he didn’t save her.”
Bus 142 spent 60 years sitting in the Alaskan backcountry and saw thousands of visitors before it ended up at the Museum of the North in Fairbanks. Now a team of conservators, students, and volunteers face the challenge ahead.
Grizzly and black bears have killed five people in North America over the last five months. Is this cause for concern?
With the discovery of 52, some sociologists theorized that our fascination with the whale’s story came from a growing feeling of loneliness overrunning our technocentric society.
Democrats in Congress are pushing for a federal jobs program that would tackle climate, land use, infrastructure, and more. Here’s why it’s so urgent.
Because sometimes, you just want to get away from it all
The former pro climber became paraplegic after a bad fall on El Cap. Now she wants to raise awareness for how accessible the outdoors can be.
No two waterfalls are exactly alike, but these will always capture our imagination
Catalina Island’s trails have long, sweeping climbs and descents, steep and chunky sections, plus buffalo, foxes, and more views than you can imagine
That shiny sheet of plastic you have wadded up at the bottom of your daypack can help you stay alive. Will it help you stay comfortable? That’s a different story.
Whether you’re looking to spin endless country roads, grind backroad gravel, or cruise rugged singletrack, Texas has a ride for you
I always loved hiking but hated sleeping in a tent. When I stopped using one, I found new joy on the trail.
Her list of physical feats seems almost impossible. Win national sport-climbing competitions starting at the age of 13? Check. Summit Mount Everest? Check. Free-climb El Capitan in under 24 hours? That, too. But in order to cement her status as one of the world’s best climbers, there were more daunting obstacles to overcome.
Public lands have become more trodden and restrictive, but the pandemic-era craziness might not last
After more than 25 years of deliberation, the sport of kings finally makes its debut at the Games
Despite GOP rhetoric, selling America’s largest rainforest to China was actually bad business
As the number one female street skateboarder in the country, Mariah Duran hopes to inspire more people to try the sport.
As the number one female street skateboarder in the country, Duran hopes to inspire more people to try the sport
After 2,652 miles, 400,000 feet in elevation gain, and more than 51 days, the ultrarunner finished his PCT thru-hike
You don’t have to stray far from this adventure hub to experience everything that makes Alaska such an incredible destination
The treasure was found by Jack Stuef in June 2020, but for a dedicated community of internet sleuths, the hunt isn’t over
With climbing’s Olympic debut less than two weeks away, we compiled a short explanation of how the competition will unfold on the world stage
Initially, Andres was all about adrenalin—downhill, drops, roots, ruts, berms, rock ‘n' roll. But Bea was more intrigued with the mythical side of mountain biking: the soul of the trail.
Born in Surf City USA, and the descendant of an actual samurai, Japan’s surfing superstar is ready for the sport’s debut on the world stage.
When hikers have leftover food or gear, they don’t trash it. They drop it in a box for the next person who needs it, forming a beautiful network of anonymous interdependence.
Check out this hidden mountain-biking gem in Nevada with Beta magazine
Kai's cycling roots run deep starting with his mother, Paula Lenny, a Pinarello athlete who was the Oregon amateur state champion in 1986.
The River Democracy Act will establish Oregon as the country’s undisputed leader in permanent river protection.
The Colorado-based provider of active-lifestyle content and services has expanded its portfolio again, bringing on three new cycling brands
Exercise may not be enough to make up for thru-hikers’ bad diets, a new paper suggests
For Monserrat Alvarez Matehuala, bringing her full identity as a woman of color to rock climbing has been both challenging and healing.
The Australian WorldTour pro bikepacked the route from Brest to Paris
Look forward to dirt races, gravel rides, and more in 2021
Master the shakedown for a smoother trek
When an elite cyclist attempts to ride a bike as far as possible in an hour, one thing is guaranteed: they will hurt like never before
Despite warnings, rules, and common sense, tourists in Yellowstone keep approaching bears and bison.
We’re taking a look at how we’ve historically used maps to move through and understand the world, and how that’s changing now
Acadia National Park in Maine boasts 150 miles of trails on its official maps, but that’s only a part of what once existed. Matthew Sherrill tagged along with a couple of local history obsessives to explore some of the dozens of unmarked paths that lead to what were once major attractions—places some want to stay a secret.
Reconciling the maps we made in the 18th century with modern reality is nearly impossible. But their lines, drawn long ago, are still legally binding.
Amid a national conversation about race, colonialism, and justice, Native mappers and runners are reclaiming Indigenous cartography, names, and land
Our ethics columnist weighs in on balancing conservation and enjoyment
From spring-fed rivers to undeveloped coastline, these are some of the best water adventures you can have in Texas.
Bringing a reusable water bottle or coffee mug is just the start
Whether you’re an expert or a beginner, there’s always something to learn about making the most of your time outside
From a long-distance thru-hike to exploring an urban park in your backyard, here's everything you need to know
We travel along with Ed Knight to understand what it means to put food on your table and put back what you don’t need
On June 20, adaptive athletes Vasu Sojitra and Pete McAfee pulled off what is believed to be a historic first in ski mountaineering
Professional skier Drew Petersen opens up about his struggles with suicidal thoughts—and explains why talking about it is key to addressing the mental health crisis
Amity Rockwell says, “Cycling is this thing I’m never going to figure out,” which helps remove the pressure of winning Unbound
Josh Ourada fell 200 feet while free-soloing in Yosemite this spring, and lived to talk about it
"I fell in love with cycling while watching the Tour each year with my father. When he was dying last summer, it became so much more than just the world's biggest bike race."
Spearfishing for Mark Healey is mostly about “observing and trying to be a noninvasive part of that environment.”