Getting robbed sucks whether you're on a business trip or vacation. Keep thieves at bay the next time you travel with these three anti-theft accessories: Clothing Arts Pick Pocket Proof Adventure Travel Pants: Fill the high capacity pockets of these pants with all the guide books, waterbottles, electronics and…

I'm hiking the Grand Canyon rim to rim this spring, and I'm wondering what footwear to use. I like the lightness and cushioning of the trail runners that I've been using for my ten-mile training hikes, but I'm wondering if I need something a little more burly for my unsteady legs over the course of the 24-mile hike. Any thoughts on the Lowa Tempest? Jay Phoenix, Arizona

As a beef farmer by trade, Nicky Spinks grew up running through the hills surrounding her farm. She now holds four records for some UK's hardest running challenges.

Week of December 11-17, 1997 Lodges that can hold a big family reunion Safety issues and best travel times for Ecuador Oceanside camping near Florida’s panhandle Rock climbing inside a Midwestern silo Avoiding touristy riff-raff on St. Lucia Safety issues and best travel times…

Sam Grafton is not your typical kayaker. The 23-year-old balances working as an ER Tech, volunteering as a firefighter and paddling the biggest water around. After a devastating injury to his jaw last year, Sam worked hard to return to the site of his accident: Washington’s Tumwater Canyon. So far…

Outside magazine, March 1998 The Mountain is Ready for its Close-up This month, the most astonishing images of Everest ever caught on film premiere for all the world to see. And to coax this performance from the 29,000-foot headliner took the one filmmaker who knows the high peaks…

Gear Guru: I work out almost every day, so I need a lot of base-layer garments. When it's not too cold out, my CoolMax Alta turtlenecks seem a good deal. But what about the other, pricier options? Do these have wondrous additional capabilities worth the extra cash? David Portland, Oregon

By Stephen RegenoldIt won't be in stores until this summer, but at $199, the Nano Puff Hoody from Patagonia is worth putting on your gear radar right now.I have been wearing an early-release version of the lightweight hooded jacket for the past two months. The windproof and water-resistant piece…

Outside magazine, November 1995 Postnuptial Agreements Four resorts where you and your new-to-the-sport partner can find downhill harmony By Ron C. Judd You share private moments, swap toothbrushes, even exchange vows. Big deal. Agree on the perfect ski vacation, and people will sit up and take…

Most highly exalted Gearness, I humbly bow and await your faultless advice. In February of 2002 I will be attempting Mount Whitney via the Mountaineers route. My group will be using snowshoes and 12-point step-in crampons. My old boots just won't cut it anymore, and I in dire need of replacements. I plagued with the age-old question of plastic versus leather. I will need plastic mountaineering boots within the next two years, but would they be overkill on Mount Whitney in February and Mount Rainier in September of 2002? I've looked at every brand and model available, and can't sift through them all. Your expertise on this matter would be a lifesaver! I have size 13 feet and weigh 170 pounds. Benjamin Kennedy Oklahoma City, Oklahoma