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For the last year, Juliana Linder and Richmond Hollen, the couple behind the popular Instagram feed @homesweetvan, have been building up their Mercedes Sprinter in preparation for diving headfirst into the #Vanlife lifestyle. This March, the couple will leave their corporate jobs and hit the road full time, in one…
EXPLORE. Chapter Two is a film from Cooper Lambla and Tyler Allyn, presented by the U.S. National Whitewater Center, about exploring the whitewater-filled rivers of Labrador, Canada. For more stories and images from this adventure and others, check out explore.usnwc.org. …
The Mt. Baker Legendary Banked Slalom is the country’s longest-running snowboard comp, having started in 1985 as a flowy ride through a naturally-formed halfpipe that snakes down the White Salmon side of the mountain. Today, the pioneering snowboarding event is also one of the last in which pros compete alongside amateurs.
In early February, pro cyclist Tim Johnson became the first person to pedal to the top of New Hampshire’s 6,288-foot high Mount Washington in the dead of winter.
Yvon Chouinard thinks environmental activists could learn a thing or two from businesspeople, even if—as he puts it—businesspeople are sleazeballs
It’s still Rapha quality, but marketed for the masses
You’d think washing these items would hurt them. It’s just the opposite.
As many as 900 wild bison that graze in the park will be killed this winter, either by hunters or slaughter, to offset population growth and appease ranchers. Bison advocates, however, want to move the animals to other lands. At its heart, the debate about how to handle these creatures comes down to whether we believe them to truly be "wild."
America’s tiniest two-seater gets slightly less tiny and a lot more confident
All the luxury you’d expect from a Mercedes, built into the body of an affordable adventure rig
A car to get you through years of lifestyle changes and adventure pursuits
Liam Doran, one of the country’s best ski photographers, takes better photos than you. Here's how.
A sporty diesel Range Rover. A mightily efficient Chevy truck. A hybrid Volvo SUV. The options for rolling to and from your favorite playgrounds have never looked better.
Heavyweight features in a middleweight package
He's the speediest skier on earth. Just how fast can he go?
Mark Healey is a renowned waterman and big-wave surfer. The big-wave surfer talks about the personal challenges of working in the last frontier in this video from GoPro.
For the past seven years, Lael Wilcox and her boyfriend have been semi-nomadic, spending roughly half the year exploring the world by bike. Last fall, she decided to enter one of the most unforgiving mountain bike races on the planet – the Arizona Trail Race. …
It drives with the confidence of a Wrangler but offers better gas mileage
You don’t need to be in a big city to drink quality, locally-sourced booze. More and more craft distilleries are popping up in mountain towns.
Season 5 of Salomon Running TV kicks off on March 1 with a new series of short films from around the world.
Filmmaker Nessim Stevenson traveled to Mongolia for three months in 2015. He put together this short video of his trip, which serves as a beautiful reminder of how incredible the country is. You can follow Stevenson's adventures on Facebook and Instagram.
Achilles tendinopathy is treatable — with the proper approach.
Utah congressman Rob Bishop, a conservative Republican who has long opposed federal management of western lands, has emerged as the unlikely architect of a grand compromise, one that would involve massive horse trading to preserve millions of acres of wilderness while opening millions more to resource extraction. Is this a trick, or the best way to solve ancient disputes that too often go nowhere?
Beartooth, a small device that pairs to your phone, allows you to talk to other users within a two-mile range
In his latest book, Pulitzer Prize–winning scientist Edward O. Wilson argues for a bold step in conservation
This all-mountain machine proves that 27.5+ is here to stay
Nutritious lunches are key to fueling our children’s minds and bodies, and our cafeterias are failing us
For the past 12 months, we tested these skins—which eschew the traditional mohair design in favor of patterned plastic—on everything from bulletproof skin tracks to sloppy PNW cement. Here’s what we found out.
Debuting in March 2016, Lumo Run shorts (and women’s tights) have a built-in sensor that analyzes your form and provides real-time coaching. We took the beta version for a test run.
They’re often billed as part of the shoe-fit system, and many claim to alleviate common foot ailments like plantar fasciitis and metatarsalgia. Are they worth your money?
For the past seven years, Lael Wilcox and her boyfriend have been semi-nomadic, spending roughly half the year exploring the world by bike. Last fall, she decided to enter one of the most unforgiving mountain bike races on the planet – the Arizona Trail Race. …
A year ago, the Italian pro surfer's gnarly wipeout at Pipeline broke a vertebrae and nearly paralyzed him. He thought he'd never surf again.
Filmmaker Milo Zanecchia spent 90 days traveling from Switzerland to Mongolia in a Land Rover Defender and a Toyota Land Cruiser, and documented the entire journey. Latitude 45 – Switzerland to Mongolia is an incredible look at the trip, filled with stunning visuals…
The machete’s lesser-known Malaysian cousin is bigger, stronger, and easier to use
The perfect getaway for mountain bikers and skiers alike
The North Shore local brought a self-effacing attitude to pro surfing that reminded everyone close to him what riding waves is really all about
An Alaskan engineer brought a bicycle to a 1,000-mile dogsledding race through the remote Yukon. He spent two weeks pedaling through the wilderness, with no tent.
If operators can’t get things moving again, here’s what to expect
It's the perfect time of year for the quintessential American road trip
As the Yosemite trademark case drags on, California legislators look to take a stand
Adventure filmmakers Taylor Rees and Renan Ozturk thought it would be a mellow working vacation: they’d capture footage of four young Brits as they traversed 250 miles of Iceland’s fissured terrain, starting in December.
A new law is bringing the famous car back in 2017
It’ll roll over nearly anything and doubles as a boat
A hotel should be more than just a place to sleep. These new ski-town lodges go above and beyond.
Stop skimping on cheap razors and creams. Your face will thank you.
Cold feet will ruin your ride. Here’s how to keep your dogs warm and happy, even in the coldest conditions.
Forget the Model S. We want this electric scooter instead.
Whether you’re refueling after a dawn patrol or heading out for a day of on the snow, here’s where to dig into some of the best breakfasts in the mountains
A recently released report details how officials plan to address hostile working conditions on the river
The Gelande Quaff harks back to the true spirit of skiing—having a damn good time
These Indigenous runners employ a simple but effective approach to running long distances.
Paying a visit to the birthplace of a massive and fiercely protective breed—that’s still as critical to keeping the peace in the area's farms as it was thousands of years ago
The perfect spot for summertime reading
In the wake of the X Games star's suicide, friends contemplate the role of repeated head injuries and the psychological toll of retiring from BMX
Get a head start on warm weather
Something to keep you dreaming until you save up for the real thing
Stock your physical and digital library with these must-read and must-see works that capture the fun, danger, and beauty of the cold.
Back for More, from filmmaker Pat Branch, is a film that looks at what drives skiers and snowboarders to come back season after season, risking injury in order to progress in their sports. Look for the full film in the fall of 2016. …
After spending two months with the gear before its official mid-February launch, here’s why we've found it to be the best fitness-tracking system on the market
All those face shots tear up your lips. Here’s what you need to nurse them back to health.
SRAM, Specialized, and Zipp have partnered to build three special-edition Tarmacs with SRAM’s new wireless groupo to raise money for the World Bicycle Relief
The first members of the U.S. track and field team have punched their tickets to Rio
Having a man cave in your basement is all well and good, but it’s even better if it’s portable. Enter the Escape Sport.
A recent study made great headlines, but its results ultimately aren't that scary
Because there’s a lot more to running than lacing up your shoes and hitting the pavement
Breaking down the latest research and what it means for every kind of runner
We can all get obsessive about our daily workouts. When does obsession turn to addiction?