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Le Probatoire is one of the toughest challenges in the outdoors, used for decades to pick alpine professionals in France's legendary hub of glacier skiing, climbing, and deadly terrain. Only the strongest make it, but Simon Akam wonders: Is selection by ordeal still the best way to groom competent guides?
Which mega-pass to buy to make the most of this season and more
Running the second half of a race faster than you run the first half is a proven formula for success.
Housed in an old bank, this three-year-old shop is preserving the past while outfitting all levels of adventurers
The gear that stole our hearts is now on sale for a fraction of the price.
The filmmakers behind HBO’s ‘Lindsey Vonn: The Final Season’ had to deal with a sudden plot change while documenting the legendary skier’s quest for a coveted record before her retirement, but ended up with an even more interesting story
These new training apps can craft customized routines based on your past performance. It’s almost like having an automated personal trainer.
After losing his bear spray, Colin Dowler was caught with nothing but a tiny Buck knife
Whether you're staying in a bare-bones A-frame or a decked-out Airbnb, these carry-on-friendly additions will turn any ski cabin into a cozy winter getaway
1,500 customers will receive annual America the Beautiful passes at the brand’s retail locations
This season’s sticks are light, edgy, and versatile
Despite decades of conflict, Palestine is home to an up-and-coming climbing scene centered around top-notch—and untouched—limestone. A new guidebook hopes to show locals and foreigners alike how to navigate the region's rock safely and help foster cross-cultural understanding.
What could have been a fatal fall is just a stepping stone on Harrington's path to become the first woman to free climb one of El Cap's hardest routes in a day
A steak so good it will blow your mind how easy it is to make if you have a good grill. Wes Siler walks us through his secret method.
When the climber took a fall, Alex Honnold caught her with his bare hands
They're all we want for Christmas (and Hanukkah, and our birthdays... you get the idea)
In 2017, two Americans set off on a round-the-world bike trip. They believed people all over the world are inherently good at heart. They never made it home.
A new analysis tracks people doing 35 hours of exercise per week for a decade, and finds no evidence of heart risks
‘Parks’ chronicles the evolution of the visual identity of the national park system through its maps, pamphlets, and other informational ephemera
Whether you're bouldering, sport climbing, or jamming splitters, choosing the right shoes is about more than fit. These are the best models.
From California to New York, we've rounded up 11 of the best trots for your pre-Thanksgiving-meal sweat
The Swiss watchmaker and Outerknown, Slater’s lifestyle apparel brand, teamed up to create a sustainable twist on Breitling’s most iconic dive watch
He's tested them, and now they're very on sale
Outdoor athletes suck at squatting. Here's how to fix your form.
You can still get active when the sun goes down. Make sure you can see—and be seen—with these handy items.
The holidays are all about sharing delicious food with loved ones. These recipes from athletes and chefs will nourish and satisfy.
7 kettlebell exercises to up your strength and conditioning
These eight items will keep you and your adventure rig on the road longer and give you peace of mind when venturing off the beaten path
CEO John Mead says he couldn't make ends meet anymore, but not for lack of trying new things, employing a rockstar staff, and getting people outside
After months of training and 26.2 miles of racing, recovery should be your key concern.
The father of snowboarding paved the way for the sport's growth, and advocated for the sport's access in resorts and for women in the outdoors
Building a good camping kit doesn’t have to break the bank. Some of our favorites are on sale at REI through November 25.
The Bureau of Land Management has rented new headquarters in Grand Junction, Colorado, and given D.C. employees 30 days to decide whether to move. Why is the agency fleeing the capital for new digs?
After Kirstie Ennis lost her leg, she climbed some of the hardest mountains in the world. And she’s just getting started.
From hair ties to hydration bladders, women share their top pregnancy hacks
You don't have to spend a fortune to take a ski trip this winter. Here's how to save money while hitting the slopes.
Fight Turkey Day couch lock with these secret weapons
Tesla’s first electric pickup is even more outlandish than we could have expected
'Let's Talk' follows tech-minimalism evangelist Chris Andrews on a journey by foot across the United States
What makes a good gift so memorable? Our editors recall their favorites.
Racing with a pre-determined goal pace fails to take into account race-day variables and will lead to sub-optimal results.
Plus, total tariffs paid by American outdoor businesses on imports from China exceeded $1 billion for the first time ever in one month
Things didn’t go as planned for the reigning Western States champ at The North Face Endurance Challenge, but she fought through it. (And drank a lot of Coke.)
Beautiful places, kind people, and great food aren't just nice things to experience—they're key to good mental health
He put four standouts through the ringer to see how they stacked up
Getting one was, by far, the most powerful personal action I could take for our planet
The snowboard pioneer passed away after a battle with cancer. He was 65.
Fixing it yourself is a cheaper and faster solution than waiting for a gear shop to do the job
For snowboarder Megan Pischke, being a breast-cancer survivor and a professional athlete are both part of her identity
Knee pain plagues athletes of all stripes. Here are some of the best exercises to help mitigate and prevent chronic occurrences of it.
What two TV hosts learned from subjecting themselves to the agony-inducing defenses of insects, snakes, lizards, and fish
Our New York City–based bike columnist visited America's most up-and-coming cycling destination and found it well deserving of the hype
With ten ski areas less than an hour from Salt Lake City's airport, and incredible backcountry terrain, powder-blessed Utah is arguably the best ski destination in North America. Here's our primer on how to make the most of it.
Ten stoke-inducing products for mixed-terrain cycling that came out in 2019
In order to make amends, the online retailer is now promising to help companies impacted by their legal action
It takes a special kind of commitment to summit and ski the world’s tallest mountains. For Hilaree Nelson, that dedication permeates all aspects of her life—including raising her two sons.
Robert Young Pelton's latest folder is his magnum opus
Skiers and others venturing into the backcountry often end up too far apart to help each other when an avalanche strikes
A researcher thinks we may be able to recycle beer waste into a powerful algae-fighting tool
Thanks to a couple inventors, a handful of national parks might be the best places to take your propane canisters to keep them out of landfills. But why hasn't the process taken off across the country?
'Highway of Tears' tells the story of the dozens of indigenous women and girls who have gone missing or been found murdered along Canada's Highway 16
Gently used apparel and a new upcycled line are available at the Boulder storefront
As a young National Health Service Corps physician, Chip Thomas moved to the Diné Nation to help build a community of wellness. Today, his public-art installations are bolstering that mission.
Everything you need to know, from how it specifically helps aid muscle recovery to how to choose the right CBD product and serving size
Russell Bierke is known for taking unconventional lines through some of the world's largest waves
What you need to focus on when you don't have a race looming depends upon your goals, your history and your weaknesses.
A fun plan to build the essential mobility, strength, control and power you need to be a better runner next racing season.
On the wave-rich islands of Canada's Haida Gwaii, surfing is creating new connections to an age-old culture—and surfboards have been given a more befitting name
You don't need mountain trails out your door to get your boots ready for a big hike
Swenson just summited one of the last unclimbed peaks in the world
We drove to Mexico and filled our thermoses with margaritas (for gear testing)
Eight pioneering adventurers on why they call Jackson Hole home
Synchronized snowboarding, secret shrine meet-ups, and tailgating karaoke parties? Whoever your people are, you can find them with your Ikon Pass.