Episode 3 looks at the key parts of Francois’s life and how they intertwine and feed off each other. From the determination it takes to finish an ultra to the dedication needed to make a bottle of wine–this story teaches us that true appreciation is born through the struggle to…

In 1974, Gordy Ainsleigh became the first person to run the 24-hour Western States Trail Ride when his horse went lame prior to the trip. That race changed the sport of long distance trail running forever. Get to know the pioneer of ultramarathons and learn about how running has impacted…

Earning an FKT on West Highland Way is no small feat, as it boasts a meaty 10,351 feet of climbing, parts of which require a hike-a-bike

Outside contributor Alan Arnette discusses his plan to climb the seven summits and raise more than $1 millon for Alzheimer's research—all within a year. To listen to the extended interview click here, or subscribe to our iTunes podcasts.–Stayton Bonner What’s the goal?I’m trying to raise a million dollars for Alzheimer’s research…

Photo: Christinamari/Flickr The Bureau of Land Management is in a pickle. And wild horse advocates are fuming. At issue is what the BLM considers unsustainably large herds of wild horses on 26 million acres of BLM land across 10 Western States. Each year, the BLM removes thousands of wild…

Week of May 21-27, 1998 Family vacationing at Acadia’s Echo Lake Camp To tour or not to tour in Alaska Hiking (part of) the Na Pali Coast Selecting a walking vacation that’s right for you Selecting a walking vacation that’s right for you Question:…

Freestyle kayaker Dane Jackson grew up on the river, living out of his family’s RV and trying to keep up with his peripatetic, four-time world champion super-daddy Eric Jackson. Back in 2007, when I hung out with the Jacksons at their home in Rock Island, Tennessee, while reporting a profile about EJ., Dane…

I'm curious to hear your opinion about Osprey's line of Ariel backpacks, particularly their Ariel 75. I can't seem to find any reviews on anything other than the Aether 60. I loved the Osprey Luna 75, but I'm looking for something slightly lighter. My main concern is whether the suspension of this smaller pack will hold up under a 40-pound load. I don't want to sacrifice good load transfer and stability simply for the sake of a lighter pack. Erica Boston, Massachusetts

On a recent trip to South Africa (the 29th country she’s climbed in), 21 year-old DiGiulian came across a route which had been laid out years ago but never actually climbed. This video shows the challenges she faced; she eventually completed the entire route — a first ascent — earning…

Week of June 19-25, 1997 Adventurous trips around Scandinavia Beginner climbs on Mount Washington Whitewater rafting in Tennessee Sea kayaking around Europe, Asia Mountain-bike touring in Thailand Adventurous trips around Scandinavia Question: I’m planning a trip to Scandinavia for the end of the…