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There are thousands of outdoor apps to download, but few that will get you where you need to go. These four rules will help you choose the right one.
Outside’s Grayson Schaffer gives you a first look at the new GoPro Hero 4 Silver Edition and walks you through its features. …
We tested GoPro's latest action camera in the waters of New Zealand—and found out that it's as much of a game changer as the rumors have led you to believe
The REEL ROCK Film Tour has been showcasing the exploits of the best climbers and explorers in the world for the last decade. Last year’s travel itinerary alone included Japan, Borneo, Morocco, the Swiss Alps, the Utah Desert, English Sea Cliffs and even Mount Everest. One of…
These wearable tech fitness-tracking tees go way beyond the wrist.
A smart probe that crowdsources snowpack data to tell you where it's safe to ski.
New gear, featuring better mounting, portability, and durability, to capture your most epic days
The hardware was mostly predictable, but the software could transform workout data
The #vanlife guru settles down in a treehouse-skatepark complex.
Ditching gas from the chainsaw equation never felt so good
The age of the wired workout has come—and gone. The latest round of wearables break free of the beta gear's wires, batteries, and inaccurate measurements to finally usher in a fitness revolution.
For hyper-aware types who scan bushes with an infrared camera for bad guys—and for those who just want to boost energy efficiency.
This cruel new wearable will shock you if you don't exercise.
A new documentary chronicles one couple's summer project: building a 124-square-foot home and downsizing their lives to fit.
Starting today, drones are banned in all national parks. Where’s next?
A lens so sharp, you won't leave home without it.
With “Project360,” Mammut is opening up a new view of the Eiger. Project360 takes digital mapping into the third dimension and brings a virtual experience of the mountain’s legendary north face to the public. The images were captured by six cameras in a specially designed backpack to…
Black Diamond has made a name for itself by dreaming up ways to abuse your gear well before you do. This fall the company releases its latest graduates from the class of suffer.
Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history, just signed with the relatively unknown swimwear brand Aqua Sphere. And it's about to send him even higher into the swimming world's stratosphere.
The best part of waking up? The savory smell of bacon coming from your, uh, iPhone.
Cycling isn't always spectator-friendly. But the UCI's decision to allow on-the-bike cameras at the Tour de France might just change how you view the sport.
Charge up in the backcountry using only water and heat.
A device that could change the way we communicate in the backcountry.
Creating a food journal to help you lose weight just got a helluva lot easier.
Tech to ensure you thrive on the sand and in the water this summer.
Summer's best timepieces play hard, no matter what you throw at them.
In praise of summer’s original combo deal: clear tunes and swimming holes.
Suddenly your indoor trainer rides got a helluva lot more interesting.
And the solar technology that could lead to a new era of self-powered gear—and the end of our energy dependency.
Rediscover the open road with one of these four innovative campers.
The world's first smart soccer ball will fan your World Cup fever—and make you want to get back out on the pitch.
Designers are using inflatable technology to make products—from the ultimate commuter helmet to airy insulation—lighter, safer, and more portable.
After its hugely successful IPO Thursday, there's no doubt that GoPro is on fire right now. But the company faces some big challenges—including whether it can make money as a media company—that it needs to figure out in a hurry.
This is what happens when a group of Finnish architects jumps on the tiny-home bandwagon.
Planning to ride your bike across the country? Leave the traditional tent at home.
The sun's shining, the days are long, the crowds are hungry—is there any reason every meal shouldn't be prepared and enjoyed outdoors?
A made-in-America longboard to keep you rolling proud
You're overworked, overstressed, and overconnected. But don't worry. We're here to help.
Brew your own craft beer with the click of a mouse.
Virtual reality is just for gamers. But augmented reality—a new wearable technology—could revolutionize how we train for sports, making athletes faster, better, and more precise.
Guess what? The grid is expanding and we predict in the next five years, you won't be able to unplug—even in the backcountry.
From smart grills to high-tech camping toys, these gadgets are designed for dads who get after it outside.
Architectural firm Bureau Bernaskoni went against the grain when it designed this no-frills Russian getaway.
Seven men want to share a few thousand pieces of gear with the world. And they need your help.
Nearly unlimited transit and trail data is coming to an app near you. And whether you're seeking singletrack or chasing a commuter train, that's a very big deal.
How to design an energy-efficient getaway in the most remote places on the planet.
That’s right. The future of adventure filmmaking lies in 360-degree video footage, at least according to a handful of ambitious inventors.
From camping expeditions to solo summit attempts, these six items could save your life in the backcountry. At the very least, they’ll make you sleep better at night.
This new cycling GPS is so powerful and fully featured that it’s almost ahead of its time.
We’re as excited about the proposal to develop solar roadways as anyone. The only problem? They won’t work.
The tech company introduced new operating systems for its computers and mobile devices Monday—and we think it’s been taking notes from us.
Tech haters like to claim that our devices are making us more solitary and stationary. So what's Google doing about it?
Three panes of glass separate you from a 1,000-foot fall. And they start cracking, which is what happened to Willis Tower visitors Wednesday. Terrifying, yes. But dangerous? Not exactly.
The City Cottage steals design elements from ships, making it one of the most efficient cabins we've ever seen.
Three entrepreneurs envision a future of shared outdoor equipment. And while the project is barely off the ground, their idea could change how we buy and sell gear.
New running tech to help you score a personal best—or just make your jog more fun.
It's not easy building a home along Norway's outer coast. But the views are well worth the effort.