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New research suggests that the best-looking cyclists are also the best-performing cyclists. So what does that say about who will win this year’s Tour?
Summer nights are worth staying up for at these 7 dark-sky parks
Taking your kids to an ultramarathon can be a distraction from the aches and pains of running long distances
Track down some made-here-at-home gear to celebrate the USA in style.
Bet you didn’t think this would come up in your fitness regimen, but your esophagus needs love during training, too. Intense exercise can contribute to heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), and there’s a good chance that ramping up your routine may be causing your symptoms, says…
If you never have to worry about actually performing at the top of your game in the heat, then by all means head inside to the treadmill, says Chris Jordan, creator of the 7-Minute Workout and director of exercise physiology at Johnson & Johnson’s Human Performance Institute.
Before you start packing for your first multiday raft trip, remember this old adage: A raft is never full. That essentially means you can bring everything—plus the kitchen sink. After all, you don’t have to worry about weight when you have a raft to store your gear and a river…
World's largest subterranean jump park opens Friday
Jacques Cousteau's grandson sets record for days submerged in the sea
Florida school buys two drones for students to rent (with training)
The “Picnic,” or the Grand Teton Triathlon, is one of the most unique endurance challenges out there. The brainchild of a local writer and photographer, the Picnic involves biking from Jackson’s town square to Jenny Lake in Grand Teton National Park, swimming across the lake, climbing the…
Mountain Hardwear athlete Ueli Steck is one of the world’s fastest climbers, with numerous speed records and first ascents to his name. Climbing at any level requires adhering to strict processes in order to remain efficient and safe in the mountains, and oftentimes those processes are what…
On the Wilderness Collective crew’s sixth adventure, they travelled to Anchorage to ride snow-machines across 400 miles of “the last frontier.” They found incredible lanscapes and got to hear from a true Alaskan about what matters most in life. …
On newsstands July 8: Why Everest’s deadliest day will change the mountain forever. Grayson Schaffer reports. …
OBJ has the inside scoop and first look at the new Toad & Co. with CEO and owner Gordon Seabury
How do we put this nicely? If you’re anything like the participants in a recent Canadian study, you’re probably wrong about your workout intensity. (And yes, you probably are like them, considering that the group contained both men and women of different ages, ethnicities, and BMI classes.)…
The Pennine Way, England’s first national trail, turns 50 this year. Even if it’s literally over the hill, the 268-mile route of rolling terrain is as popular as ever, especially this weekend. July 12 marks the annual National Trails geocache release, during which new coins…
With last month’s win at the Dauphiné, the young Garmin-Sharp racer showed that he's ready for the Tour de France. Will we see an American on the podium this year?
A dispatch from the world’s toughest mountain bike race.
Seriously. Abbey Road Farm Bed and Breakfast offers an idyllic farm experience (plus llamas) in the outdoorsy paradise of Carlton, Oregon.
Adventure road bikes are in, ‘cross bikes are still trending, disc brakes are coming to road bikes, and 26-inch-wheels are dying.
Endurance coach and author Ben Greenfield guarantees your brain, guts, and groin will thank you
An injured runner supports his teammates during the most competitive Western States in history
Introduces "Happiness Blankets" to monitor passengers' brainwaves
Purchased eight square miles on the Fijian island of Vanua Levu
Watch online-exclusive videos from our August issue.
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.
Are the travel behemoths ready for the Southwest Effect?
Bike-mounted radar unit warns cyclists of approaching cars
“To live the dream, sacrifices must be made and hardships overcome.” After suffering from a case of frostbite, American Alpine Institute instructor and guide Tad McCrea took to the mountains for some recovery. This short video represents a year of adventures that helped McCrea live…
“Bryan and Kaia” is a short film about one of life’s greatest pleasures: having fun with your dog. A Mountainfilm in Telluride 2014 Official Selection from Foxwood Films, watch as mountainbiker Bryan Gregory attempts to keep up with his Border Collie, Kaia, on a piece of Pacific…
Traveling light and fast up and down mountains—that’s the concept behind skyrunning, a sport that now boasts 200 races and 30,000 participants annually. In fact, the 2014 Skyrunning World Championships took place over the weekend in Chamonix, France. The event continued the valley’s reputation as a trail running mecca where…
I’d always scoffed at “high-tech” swim trunks, assuming cheap shorts that hung halfway down your butt were surfing’s accepted norm. But that opinion changed the first time I pulled on a pair of O’Neill Superfreaks in college. I couldn’t believe how comfortable the $60 trunks were as…
What’s one thing college kids and health nuts apparently have in common? Butt chugging. And a total lack of common sense.
Park visitors and two employees were stuck for four hours
To celebrate sesquicentennial, renovations keep the park awe-inspiring
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