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We know— it’s hard to pass up the breadbasket, especially if you know you’re going to burn off all those empty calories. And while athletes need carbs—and have a bit more leeway in the unhealthy foods department—it’s prudent not to make white bread a regular staple in…
This is what happens when a group of Finnish architects jumps on the tiny-home bandwagon.
The flood of high-end parts for fat bikes not only makes big wheels more fun, it also signals that this is a movement that’s here to stay.
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.
Study finds people support socially responsible companies
A travel edit from filmmaker Brandon Li about sadness and beauty at the end of summer on Fraser Island. …
On the Mount Rushmore of flight travel FAQs, this one sits between, “How do I get a free upgrade?” and “Where the blank is my luggage?” Although far from an exact science, picking the right time to book is now less of a guessing game thanks to new metrics and…
The Slimline II isn’t your average roof rack. Rather, it’s a multifunction platform with more accessories than you’ll know what to do with.
Take the biggest all-terrain road race in the country, ride the category-defining bike, throw in some kindly Midwestern spirit, and you’ve got a compelling case for gravel racing.
Sweating's divorced from everything chic...right?
Footage from Mark James’ original encounter with Bam Bam the Bighorn Sheep. These clips made Bam Bam YouTube famous and certainly the most well-known Bighorn on the Internet. Read the full story here. …
From the summit of Cerro Fitz Roy in Argentine Patagonia, two weary climbers began their descent. But one wrong turn led to another, and then another, as they rappelled through the night until they hit a dead end, still several thousand feet above the glacier. Kelly Cordes recounts the dark…
Think of those tough spots as badges of honor! “Callus formation is a natural response to friction and pressure,” says podiatrist Megan Leahy of the Illinois Bone and Joint Institute. “Because runners obviously take more steps than non-runners, calluses may occur more readily.” Calluses can be harmless,…
Planning to ride your bike across the country? Leave the traditional tent at home.
Yes, it's possible to abandon the stakes, poles, and fly. Tuck into these alternatives next time you need some shut-eye outdoors.
Dominate the water and the road with the help of this gear arsenal.
Permanently banned after offering cookies, serenading
The National Weather Service will benefit from data procured by the commercial airliner
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?
Paul D. Paur left behind all his worldly possessions and entered the Appalachian Trail in early June. Concerns about his mental health surfaced alongside reports from fellow hikers that Paur is looking for God. What's he really doing there?
You may have found him in the pages of search books, but the fun doesn't have to end there.
There's a new brand in town. Does its dehydrated food stack up to—or shrivel before—its rivals?
Like the sport’s competitors, good OCR shoes must be tough, versatile, and able to withstand everything sadistic race organizers throw at them. They also better feel good on your feet. That mix isn’t always easy to find in a sneaker, so I called on Outside‘s obstacle-course racing expert Erin Beresini…
It’s such a culinary contradiction: the great gourmet food of New England is usually served on paper plates and eaten at picnic tables by grownups wearing plastic bibs. Yet there’s no denying that the tastiest lobster served in Maine invariably comes from laid back hole-in-the-wall food shacks that line the…
The Chamonix Adventure Festival showcases stories from adventurers, explorers, athletes and enthusiasts from all over the world through film, photography, art and displays. This trailer is a preview of some of the films you can catch at the festival, which runs July 7-10.
Public land isn’t always protected. Common Ground, a RED REEL film and an official selection of Mountainfilm in Telluride 2014, examines what happens when a community battles with the idea of proposing more wilderness while protecting heritage, tradition, and a way of life. …
A documentary that tells the story of one of the world’s most difficult and bizarre sporting events: The Barkley Marathons. This 100-mile footrace and its 60-hour time limit force athletes to run, crawl and climb an elevation gain equivelent to two treks up Mt. Everest. In nearly thirty years, only…
Expert advice on finding the morning run fueling routine that works for you
A made-in-America longboard to keep you rolling proud
It's not easy to swim with sperm whales: they're hard to find, hard to reach without adequate diving experience, and they just might swallow you up if you get too close. But how else are we going to crack their complicated language system? A group of rogue freedivers takes the plunge.
Unlike the size of the fish you reel in, there's no need to exaggerate how nice these hotels are
The best lodging for skiers are close to the action but feel far away from it all. These are the perfect abodes to return to after carving up the slopes.
You're overworked, overstressed, and overconnected. But don't worry. We're here to help.
Challenge your abilities with these iconic runs through the wilds of America.
These oases of relaxation, adventure, mindful eating, and awe-inspiring views are going to be very popular once it's safe travel again. Until then, we can dream.
No, they’re not cheap, but these new mountain wheels might be the single biggest improvement you can make to your bike.
Don’t waste time on trashy novels at the beach this summer. These new outdoor and adventure page turners prove yet again that true stories trump fiction for fun reads. Savage Harvest: A Tale of Cannibals, Colonialism, and Michael Rockefeller’s Tragic Quest for Primitive Art | (Courtesy of HarperCollins) By…
Studies and experts suggest that nasal strips like Breathe Right don’t improve athletic performance in adults in any measure—no improved VO2 max, ventilation, maximal work rate, lactate threshold, or lowered ratings of perceived exertion. And it appears the same goes for horses. “Equine nasal…
Here at Outside, we often write about the newest—and priciest—outdoor gear. But when it comes to car camping, you don’t have to shell out the big bucks to build a solid kit. After all, there’s no need to buy the lightest, fastest, expedition-ready products if you have a multi-ton vehicle…
Wouldn’t it be nice to bring the serenity of nature into your home? Well, you can—if you’re ready to tear down some walls.
Much as we hate to say it, the downhill champ’s run on a bare rim is testament to just how good gear is getting.
Events held worldwide for holiday's 10th anniversary
Robby Naish, Red Bull Athlete and 24-time world windsurfing champion, headed to Brazil recently on a stand up paddle surfing expedition. He found one of the longest waves on the planet in the middle of the Amazon River, called the Pororoca Tidal Bore, and set the world…
19 of the world’s most talented divers took to Hell’s Gate on Possum Kingdom Lake outside Fort Worth, Texas, earlier this month for the second event in this year’s Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. Divers leapt from 90 and 60 feet, and reached…
Filmmaker and photographer Dan Krauss headed to Moab, Utah to shoot this footage of “Sketchy” Andy Lewis high-lining among sandstone towers named “The Witch and the Warlock.” A team of six people climbed three 5.10-5.11+R pitches and spent five days rigging the line, called “Demonix,” which is…
Herd in Iceland is a documentary about the annual round-up of the Icelandic horse. Each year, traditional herdsmen take to the back country to round up thousands of the country’s hardy horses, which have spent the summer grazing in the highlands. Filmmaker Lindsay Blatt filmed this valued tradition over the course…
Stand-up paddle boarding is one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. And because SUP doesn't discriminate when it comes to water—it can be still or rushing—you can find classes and meet-ups just about everywhere. But if you've never done it before, here's Kristin Artz from the…
When you enter the Western States 100—a day-and-night endurance run in the Sierra Nevada—you can "mature a lot."
We have a secret. That cabin you’ve always dreamed of? It’s within reach—if you know where to look.