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Having an adventure is easier than you think; just follow these instructions. CLIF Bar Athletes Matt Hunter and Andrew Shando unplug and ride into the backcountry near Revelstoke, British Columbia. …
Turns out the spin bike is the key to getting—and staying—fast
Strength is useless if you don't hone your agility—the skill of translating power into meaningful movement. And it all starts with mastering the "Kong vault."
More than 76 years ago, a visionary Australian coach had an epiphany that forged a generation of super-athletes: true fitness is all about translating fear into raw power.
One of the most surprising heroes of World War II was a pint-sized shepherd nicknamed The Clown—and his fitness wisdom can change your life.
The Oiselle founder knows her company is much smaller than the behemoths. But that doesn’t mean she's scared to take them on—in politics, or in fashion.
Ill-chosen goals put you at risk of injury and burnout. Here's how to avoid that fate in seven easy steps.
What can you learn by chucking tempered steel blades into a target? Performing to potential is all about trusting your instincts.
The outdoor-writing legend has made a career out of cheating death in wild places, but he's never cut it closer than this
When a longtime triathlete took on a Kokoro camp—a beyond-extreme fitness challenge modeled on the Navy's Hell Week for SEAL candidates—his first question was purely about the pain: Can I survive this? The second was more metaphysical: Should I even want to?
Restaurants make us impulsive, which means it can be hard to turn down the cheesecake no matter how big a label it comes with.
A nonprofit aims to publicize never-before-seen footage of marine life in its natural, undisturbed habitat. The goal? Develop the ultimate marine observation tool.
Can't get to the slopes yourself? There's a virtual reality goggle for that.
Submarine exploration program stalled over safety concerns
Surf icon plans 6 masochistic races in 2015
Permits, deposits, travel, and insurance costs on the rise
Waters for sailing, windsurfing events loaded with infectious agents
The latest film from the DPS Cinematic Shadow Campaign series, Sun Dog is an award-winning short film that follows a man and his dog as they go skiing in a winter wonderland. Deep within the snow-capped peaks overlooking Bariloche, Argentina, Refugio Frey is the only protection from…
Environmental concerns thrust the Mediterranean diet back into the spotlight. But will it zap your athletic potential?
For years, it seemed like drug testers would never get ahead of cheaters. The Russian bribery scandal raises an even scarier possibility: the testers are dirty too.
With 75,000 horsepower and the ability to smash through 20 feet of ice, the Polar Star is the country's last ship capable of deep Antarctic missions. She's also 10 years past her retirement date with no replacement in sight.
A purpose-made shoe for your next (or first) FKT
Two-day race to be held in Squaw Valley
Genes involved in athletic performance improved by long-term exercise
10,000 meters, shot put among events on the chopping block
The UCI claimed it had no legal choice but to approve Astana’s WorldTour license—despite the team's five recent doping positives. The result? They're sending a troubling message that long-term change is not sustainable.
You'll need lots of plaid, flannel, a pair of work boots, and a cap. With earflaps.
Every stove claims it's the fastest. We pitted them head-to-head in a winner-takes-all boil-off.
Like any wilderness mission, trail running requires savvy prep and the right equipment. Pack your bag wisely.
The two-time Olympian will lead the women’s national squad to the 2015 World Cup—and share her secrets to unleashing athletic potential.
Passes have never been cheaper. But will the deep discounts destroy your local hill?
What do you get in a super-luxury jacket? A good laugh, and a lot of pockets.
You don’t have to break the bank for the rider in your life.
Company announces undisclosed number of layoffs
Karl Johnson, an engineer at Mission Motors, rides his bike to and from work in San Fransisco and makes the most of his commute by taking advantage of all the city has to offer. …
California’s Central Valley, the largest agricultural sector in the nation, sustained the highest water loss it’s ever recorded in 2014. Without water, wildflowers struggled to grow, and honeybees lost their source of food. Honeybees are linked to $15 billion in US crop pollination, and California’s small business beekeepers have now…
Earlier this year, Atlanta Hawks shooting guard Kyle Korver and three friends ventured off the coast of Santa Barbara for a fitness challenge called a “Misogi.” The point is to take on a challenge that radically expands your sense of what’s possible, and feat the group certainly accomplished. …
I'm a runner coming off my competitive season, and I've been super vigilant about watching my weight. Is there anything wrong with gaining a few pounds over the holidays?
In beating the boys, cycling pro Rivera embraces her competitive instinct.
Travel website Hopper has got snagging airfare deals down to a science.
With so much phone and so little pocket room, you need cases that will protect your 4G device from wind, dirt, dust, and water—so that it may live to Instagram another day.
Short efforts yield significant aerobic benefits
Yet another huge sale for Aussie nature photographer Peter Lik
New pass would fund improvements at popular spots
Race to begin in Normandy, finish in undisclosed location
What was he thinking? (No, really, we asked him.)
If our A.I.s turn evil next year, we’re all going hungry.
Said scraps "would provide food for the fish"
The mountain runner is in Argentina to make his FKT attempt
As outdoor retail leader grows, it looks to maintain connection its with consumers. Can a larger REI also remain small and local?
Four reliable tools that won't put a dent in your adventure savings
The soccer superstar checks off his next goal: launching his own whisky.
Unleash your inner Norse god while driving one of these scenic winter routes.
Examining the perpetual youth and singular talent of surfing's king
How to tell the impostors from the real, health-boosting, extra virgin variety.
Scott’s reinvention of the Addict has to be considered the benchmark for race bikes.
More pain quest than workout, misogi is the secret, punishing ritual that has revolutionized Atlanta Hawks supershooter Kyle Korver's game. You have time for this—if it doesn't kill you first.
Photographer Ben Moon takes us on his journey to the desert to climb some splitters in Indian Creek, using the all-new Lytro ILLUM camera—designed to capture fuller, deeper, and more stunning images than ever before.
Seat kickers top the list, according to survey
The Black Fly Collective presents, Iceland: Up From Below, a visual story of three friends exploring the wilds of Iceland together. Follow them on a journey through the beautiful and varied landscapes of the remote Atlantic island. …
In this clip from the full length feature film “Days of My Youth,” produced by Red Bull Media House in association with MSP Films, pro skiier Cody Townsend rockets through an almost fully enclosed couloir somewhere in Alaska. It’s been dubbed the “most insane ski line ever,” and for…
The Ancient Greeks believed anyone could unlock superhuman potential by mastering the three pillars of heroism: skill, strength and compassion. In this exclusive series based on research uncovered for his upcoming book, Natural Born Heroes, Christopher McDougall tracks down the high priests of the lost fitness arts. …
From October 2-4, 2014, more than 49,000 people flocked to Denver, CO to sample some 3,500 beers at the annual Great American Beer Festival. We spoke with Dogfish Head’s Sam Calagione and others about what goes into a beer fest of this magnitude, and…
In Part 2 of the Natural Born Heroes series, Christopher McDougall learns how to throw knives with force and accuracy from knifemaster Patrick Brewster. …
Parkour is all about functional fitness. In Part 3 of the Natural Born Heroes series, Christopher McDougall learns the basics from a master.
Intends to create the largest ski resort in the United States