The X-Mid trekking pole tent and other groundbreaking ultralight designs have earned Durston an unmatched fan base, with a 14,000-person Facebook group and in-jokes about stickers and sage at the center of it

The Hornbein Couloir poses a fantasy ski descent that only two parties have ever attempted. Neither was successful.

The Oklahoma thru-hiker overcame nausea, sleep deprivation, and debilitating foot pain to set the fastest ever time on the 800-mile trail

“It goes, boys!” Zangerl, 36, blasted up the 3,300-foot Free Rider on her first attempt, without a single fall.

What do you get for the person who won't stop buying themselves the coolest toys?

Stop running from the cold and revel in it instead

Four Klamath River dams are being removed for environmental benefit. Yet even positive change feels traumatic to the many residents who’ve built livelihoods around the lakes and whitewater that have disappeared.

You only need three pieces of gear to prep your muscles for springtime peaks

Our columnist spends some quality time with a 1998 Trek Y-Foil, one of cycling’s evolutionary detours

A video of triathlete Taylor Knibb navigating a mid-race bathroom crisis went viral. The author explains why Knibb’s eye-popping achievements should far overshadow the meme.

Employees from PACT Outdoors installed WAG bags on a popular peak, and asked hikers to tell the truth about their backcountry poop habits. Here’s what they discovered.

With the latest advances in performance and sustainability, it’s time for a fresh take on this age-old question

The author breaks down a bizarre story involving a trashed car, grainy surveillance video, and a fuzzy bear suit

Gutsy descents defined the 2024 women’s Ironman World Championship in Nice, France, but everyday triathletes can get free seconds (or minutes) by practicing some key handling skills. Read how.

When Linda “Nana” Vanderloop set out to thru-hike the AT, she had no idea she was on her way to becoming the oldest woman on record to complete the feat

The North Dakota governor has promoted outdoor recreation in his state. Opponents worry about his connection to the oil and gas industry.

Jenni Lowe founded the nonprofit after the death of her husband Alex Lowe. Now, she’s passing the torch to alpinist Melissa Arnot Reid's charity, the Juniper Fund.

Metcalfe, a 50-year-old doctor from Colorado, recently became the first American woman to ascend all 14 mountains above 8,000 meters. Before completing the record, she battled internal demons over what it means to make history on the peaks.

After years of injuries and recovery, the record-breaking skier is ready to hit the slopes and compete for more wins

The US military is responsible for the emission of more greenhouse gasses than any other single institution in the world. It is actively planning for the consequences of climate change, but is it doing anything to prevent it?

Despite a mathematical "typo" in the recent black plastic study, the recommendation doesn't change: black plastic has no place in your kitchen

Do you get more stoked for first chair or the pond-skim competition? Two dedicated skiers debate the weather, conditions, and vibes of ski season’s kickoff vs. sendoff.

A chance encounter while skiing Mount Mackenzie challenges stereotypes and inspires heartfelt gratitude

What you need to know before you give up your weight-lifting routine

The Winter Park Express increases service, adds more seats, and lowers prices significantly to accommodate more skiers

After SAR rescued two heavily-laden, inexperienced hikers from the lower 48’s highest peak, they had some strong advice to share with anyone thinking of following in their footsteps

YouTuber Matt Choi was disqualified by marathon officials because his cameramen obstructed other runners. The author presents a plan to allow participants and influencers to coexist.

The chatbot was created by the Belgian Waffle Ride’s founder Michael Marckx in an effort to engage with the community in a less serious way

Camp chairs have gotten small enough and light enough that it’s easy to bring one backpacking. But should you?

From visibility concerns to navigating uneven terrain, running in the dark poses real challenges—but we have solutions

Find out how to identify affected devices and steps to get a free inspection, repair, or replacement. Safety remains Mammut’s top priority.

The famed climbing duo biked, sailed, and then bushwhacked their way from Colorado to Alaska before embarking on an epic ascent of the Diablo Traverse

Known for its high-performance warmwear, the boundary-breaking brand continues its fearless pursuit of inclusivity

Authorities have charged two Coloradans for allegedly stealing historic artifacts from Canyonlands National Park in March

More than a dozen testers moved, sweated, stretched, arm balanced, and meditated on 35 mats. These are the ones we’re still practicing on.

A fraternity at the University of Colorado and the Magnus White charity are raising $100,000 to protect cyclists and pedestrians from distracted drivers

Sure, it’s heavy. But this setup allows me to bring the comforts of home deep into the mountains.

Claire Nelson was more than a mile off the trail when she fell 30 feet in Joshua Tree National Park

Can’t take it anymore? We hear you. Step up to the void and scream it out on these six trails.

Led by snowboard legend Travis Rice, the Natural Selection Ski event brings its revolutionary format to freeskiing for the first time

Five questions with the Santa Fe–based ultrarunner about coaching high schoolers, running backyard ultras, and staying focused while out on the trail

Jason Crist was charged with 29 counts including nine felonies

I’ve optimized my clothing system over the years and have a few pieces that I go back to again and again

Gary Kristensen grew a massive gourd in his backyard and then paddled it 46 miles down the Columbia River to set a new world record

If you’re going to carry your kid on a hiking, skiing, or biking adventure, these five items will make the journey easier and more fun. I’ve tried them all.

In response to a shrinking budget, the land-management agency is suspending seasonal hiring next year. Public lands will bear the cost.

An Australian hiker recently spent seven hours trapped between boulders after attempting to recover her phone. The ordeal was reminiscent of two recent survival stories involving camping latrines.

SKI mag sat down with the resort’s CEO to dig into the ski area’s unique new directive

Surfer Keala Kennelly and others have criticized pro surfing’s governing body for staging an event in the United Arab Emirates, where same-sex relationships are against the law

Christina Lustenberger called her and Gee Pierrel’s descent of Aoraki (Mount Cook) the most engaging of her entire storied career

Remember the names Tanner Wanish and Mike Vaill. The two just went faster than Brad Gobright, Jim Reynolds, and other climbing greats on the Yosemite Triple Crown: El Capitan, Half Dome, and Mount Watkins.

Grizzly 399, which delighted wildlife watchers for more than a decade, was killed Tuesday night in a collision with a vehicle

Camping in 120 degree heat can be deadly. But can it also be beautiful?

Throughout her athletic career, Caroline Gleich has been moonlighting as an activist. This year, she stepped into politics full-time.

Five questions with the iconic Yosemite climber about her 2024 memoir, ‘A Light Through the Cracks’

A pair of Washington climbers, inspired by the warming climate and an enormous challenge, reached a peak normally accessed by a helicopter on the saddles of their bikes

Five questions with Hot Water Music frontman Chuck Ragan about blending his passions for fly-fishing and rock music

Race officials confirmed the death of a Mexican athlete and a British national, while participants raised concerns around organization

Vonn has sparked speculation about a World Cup comeback with recent Instagram posts following her knee surgery. Could the ski legend return?

A last-minute phone call and a wild cross-country road trip led me to interview the vice-presidential candidate. Unlike me, he was relaxed.

Officials denied a private helicopter to help volunteers continue their search for 22-year-old Austin King, who vanished in mid-September in a remote corner of the park

A recent ‘Wall Street Journal’ story sheds light on the popularity of home oxygenation systems, which can cost upward of $100,000. The writer explains why he grudgingly accepts the new technology.

The border wall had an all star cast of political operatives trying to get it built. The butterflies had Marianna Trevino Wright.

Hunting is the easy part. Getting your kill out of the woods and into your kitchen is a little more complicated. Here’s how to do it.

The iconic freeride mountain bike competition in Virgin, Utah, welcomed women for the first time, to great success. The men weren’t so bad either.

This painstakingly-assembled kit is for anyone who likes to keep driving when the pavement ends

Like humans, dogs have accidents in the backcountry. So what do you do if your canine hiking companion is in distress?

This 83-foot-tall wall—perhaps the world’s tallest home “woodie”—climbs through a retractable ceiling panel and boasts fantastic views of one of New York City’s poshest neighborhoods

A group led by filmmaker Jimmy Chin found the boot of Andrew "Sandy" Irvine, the British climber who vanished on Everest alongside George Mallory in 1924. Experts say the mystery involving the duo remains.

Gardner, 32, was attempting a new route on Jannu East’s immense North Face when he died in a fall

After 17 editions just for men, the iconic freeride event in Utah will debut its women’s competition on Thursday

Power generators and satellite internet are smart investments, but as climate change amplifies natural disasters, there’s nothing as important as your neighbors

Mountaineers Michelle Dvorak and Fay Manners take us inside their harrowing rescue on the side of Chaukhamba III in the Garhwal Himalayas

How did a US congressional candidate and the director of the National Butterfly Center end up in a physical altercation on the US border with Mexico?

Scouring your yard clean is a waste of time and deprives your soil of valuable nutrients

Our hiking columnist tested Satisfy’s pricey Dyneema shorts. Turns out, the most expensive product isn’t always the best.

Katmai's famous Fat Bear Week contest is about to celebrate its tenth anniversary—but for the first time, its biggest star is nowhere to be found. We pay tribute to a true champion.

Although the 26-year-old from India won’t break the record for fastest circumnavigation of the globe by bike, she will be the first to have ridden around the world twice

Our hiking columnist phoned up experts along the iconic pathway to get a sense of the destruction left by Hurricane Helene

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