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After three years, Aaron Gulley finally made good on his obsession with one of the harshest, self-supported mountain bike races in the West.
If you’re still among those who look at fat bikes and wonder why, I’d venture to guess that you haven’t tried the Fatback.
Clothing Manufacturer Nalini has revived the brash pro cyclist's denim racing kit.
The World Anti-Doping Agency has proposed longer bans, increased flexibility in sanctioning, and going after support staff. But they still have work to do to help win back our trust.
My girlfriend is looking for a new phone, and she’ll be using it outdoors a lot this summer. Which one has the most protective case available?
I’m looking for something waterproof and rugged for the ocean, but that polishes up for a meeting at work.
Outside reviews the best women's apparel that missed the cut for the Summer 2013 Buyer’s Guide, including the Salomon Endurance ¾ Tight.
Kor’s slick Nava filter can process about 40 gallons, or 220 refills before requiring replacement
Outside reviews the best women's travel dresses, including the Outdoor Research Trance Dress
We sit down with the three-time mountain bike 4-Cross world champ and BMX Olympic medalist
Sleek and chic but capable of holding off all-day cold and rain.
Outside reviews the best gear of June 2013, including the Saucony Kinvara 4
Climbing is an intrinsically risky sport, so it's important to buy a little insurance wherever you can, especially where your kids are concerned.
The Specialized Turbo electric bike was supposed to be too fast for U.S. streets. But starting this weekend, you can buy one.
One of my favorite rites of summer is to run along a marshy trail to our family’s backwoods cabin. But my trainers are always soaked and uncomfortable when I get there. Is there a better alternative for my feet?
The reputation of American cycling has been dragged through the dirt in the last few years. Time has shown that Lance Armstrong, Tyler Hamilton, Floyd Landis, Levi Leipheimer, and many others built their reputations on cheating. But there’s a new generation of US riders emerging to take their places—hopefully in an honest manner. This is the first in a series o
The FDA regulates sunscreens just like any over-the-counter drug, which means that all those words on the label actually mean something. Here's what you need to know to slather smart.
The Pong case can help to reduce your radiation
When we were caught in a sudden storm hiking in Acadia last summer we donned garbage bags to keep dry. Some rain jackets feel almost as clammy as those garbage bags. What’s a good, breathable one?
Two filmmakers aim to bring mountain biking to kids—and theaters—across the country
I’m looking for something small and light to stow in my pack while hiking or kayaking in case something goes wrong, but I’m overwhelmed by the options. What kind of beacon do you recommend?
With its New Road line, Giro, alongside a handful of other apparel manufacturers, is trying to bring pro-quality performance to the civilian peloton
Outside picks the best iPhone cases of May 2013, including the Lifeproof Fre
I'm getting ready for a two-month trip around Asia and I need luggage that can hold up to serious abuse. What do you recommend?
After spending the winter dreaming about fly-fishing, I'm itching to get back out on the river. What are the best waders for early-season fish-stalking?
Peter Metcalf has transformed his company, Black Diamond, into one of the fastest-growing and innovative outdoor-gear and apparel makers in the world. Here he talks about their most radical product yet, a next-generation avalanche airbag-equipped backpack.
This summer, ocean-based explorer and scientist Sonya Baumstein became the first person to stand-up paddleboard across the Bering Strait. Find out more about what's up next for Sonya: rowing across the North Pacific. #TheDriven…
Bell’s new enduro-oriented Super is the latest in a quickly expanding market of all-mountain helmets. But are these new, bigger lids really safer?
Thanks to the new factory, built with Laakso’s pre-preg expertise, all of Black Diamond’s 2013-14 skis are lighter but higher performance than existing models.
Patagonia's Black Hole Snow Roller is a sleek, simple, durable ski bag
I’m looking for a new, relaxed way to get from point A to point B. One of my friends suggested longboarding, but I haven’t touched a skateboard since junior high. What kind would you recommend?
My New Year's Resolution for 2013 was to learn to kiteboard, but I don't know where to start. Help!
Get your dog airborne with the Doggie BASE Rig from Caninsanity.
A Depression-era insulating material is becoming the hottest thing in outerwear
What are the best backcountry skis for tearing up East Coast powder?
The Idaho-based ultra-endurance mountain biker talks about his record-setting ride on the Iditarod Trail Invitational, which he completed sleepless and with a broken ankle
As Shimano unveils its second-generation Dura-Ace Di2 groupo, it’s a good time to ask: Is electronic shifting an essential upgrade or a gratuitous and overpriced accessory?
Introducing an ultra-high-end, ultra-light mountaineering tent that's also great for flush thru-hikers, backpackers with fat wallets, and adventure racers with generous corporate sponsors
GoPro shrunk the latest Hero to the size of a dental-floss dispenser and still managed to pack a lot of power.
I run in minimalist shoes, and I like to wear some type of sock with them. What’s a thin pair that provides good ground feel and will keep me blister free?
The Solarmonkey Adventurer and Solargorilla-eXtreme are both specifically designed for use in the outdoors
Behind the customization revolution that's changing the way we buy everything from candy bars to sea kayaks
The traditional climbing gym is about to evolve—or at least that’s what the owner of Brooklyn Boulders believes. With a second, satellite location slated to open this spring in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company is planning to house an unusual and disparate blend of climbing, retail, working, and community spaces under one roof.
Helly’s Flow System turbocharged mechanical venting is anatomically body mapped not only for warming but also for cooling
I’m looking for a pair of quick-drying pants for hiking in the slush and rain over the next few weeks. I need to look presentable if we stop at a brewpub on the way back. What have you got for me?
The American-made brand launches its watch sales with a brass-plated bike
Even if you’re not in the market for a $10,000 frameset (and who is, really?), here’s why this cutting-edge road bike could matter to you
I'm looking to upgrade my camera, but I don't want to lug around a heavy—and pricey—DSLR. What are my options?
Tired of waiting for the industry to start offering appropriately-sized splitboards and other backcountry items, Ali Carr Troxell is turning to Wagner Custom for the perfect made-to-order gear
A percentage of the purchase price of your new Scamps, a collaboration with Cascade Designs, will go toward well-building projects in Kenya
The company, founded in 1888, is bringing back, for a limited time only, the protective eyewear design that started it all
I love to grill—steaks, veggies, sausages, anything. How can I bring my grill camping with me?
I'm looking for a sleeping bag for extreme cold temperatures. I'm talking Arctic. What's my best option?
A conversation with 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo winner Jonathan Davis.
Will some Hollywood-style drama (and production values) and a jingoistic focus on bygone French figures help potential viewers to get past all of this past year's drug scandals and small-minded politics?
The beefy, 500 denier material and reinforcements throughout the packs are made to stand up to the tough life of a commercial outfitter guiding in the Boundary Waters Canoe area
Ready to hit the hills? If your gear needs an update—this winter or next—consider these pieces from POC.
If there's one garment people are going to be talking about this year, it's the Encapsil. So we put a second Outside gear tester on the assignment.
Ali Carr Troxell tests Helly Hansen’s new, innovative way to keep you warm out on the slopes
Seven years after the release of the original, Gregory has re-launched the Targhee system with upgrades that include a new suspension built specifically for this pack
Of the more than 200 small bicycle manufacturers that gathered to show off their designs at the 9th annual North American Handmade Bicycle Show in Denver last week, these seven stood out
This new line is made specifically so you don't have to fumble around in your pack while out on a run
The weather's been bad, and all I've been doing is sitting at home and practicing my knots. Is there an app for that?
You see strange things when you head up R&D at Patagonia. Like goose down floating in illuminated tubes. You go to strange places. Like secret labs inside white-washed corporations in Austin, Texas.
One in three vehicles sold today is an SUV, but that doesn't mean you (necessarily) need one
Performance tires, all-season tires, snow tires: Which should you be using?
Direct impacts rarely end well. Every year, collisions with wildlife result in 1.5 million crashes, 200 deaths, and $1 billion in vehicle damage. Here are five tips to stay safe.
A stylish, go-anywhere cross-over wagon with power to spare.