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A few choice words on how to not be an A-hole on the trail
During the height of the pandemic, bike sales and participation flourished—and things don't appear to be slowing down. Here's what you need to know to kick off your cycling season.
When it comes to summer spins, a light, breathable kit can make all the difference
Five clever field repairs that can salvage your day out on the trails
A genre-defining trail bike is now even more versatile—and even more fun
Why this long-time cyclist is still in love with mechanical
Outdoor athlete Alex Showerman spent years trying to escape a secret about herself, only to crash headlong into it
In New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont, local stewards have banded together to persuade private landowners to allow access to backcountry skiing, mountain biking, and other kinds of outdoor recreation
This isn’t just a film about three best friends riding bikes in Silverton, Colorado. It’s the story of everything that happens in between.
‘Girls Gotta Eat Dirt’ isn’t your typical #inspirational stoke video
It’s an affordable piece of gear that makes rides more carefree
It provides climbing and descending performance in equal parts
Tested for style and durability, these tops can handle anything coming down the trail
The best way to refuel after a perfect day of adventure? With your crew at one of these ideally located watering holes.
Cyclist and explorer Kate Leeming ventures across Namibia's Skeleton Coast in this series
With light as the theme for this film, Kilian Bron guides us through Cappadocia, Turkey, in a way that will make your jaw drop
By the age of 14, girls are dropping out of sports at twice the rate of boys. Athlete Jaime Hill is working to keep girls inspired.
Whether you’re after a beachfront campsite, some good juju, or a cabin built for mountain bikers, we’ve got a spring travel deal for you
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
In her quest to master a quintessential cool-kid trick, Outside contributor Kim Cross found the sweet spot at the crossroads of work and play
This view is mind-blowing, but one wrong move could send most riders careening down hundreds of feet
Landmark Trailworks has carved out what is arguably one of the world’s most renowned bike parks
Totally normal ways to keep the conversation moving
Everyone says modern lids are better than ever. But because of outmoded testing and unreliable information, it's never been harder to figure out whether that's true.
Activity and sales data suggest that there are still more cyclists than ever before
The mountain-bike community needs to focus less on access and more on climate change
Sarah Sturm was searching for a purpose beyond competing and found it through coaching young women
This 100-mile trail, normally ridden in multiple days, has turned into a one-day challenge
Keep the adventures going through the changing seasons with these smart staples
Hot wax isn't just for skis. Using it can result in a cleaner, longer-lasting drivetrain with less maintenance.
New technologies and better materials have enabled a few willing brands to make bikes with big wheels and extra-small frames feel nimble and fast
Eduardo Arruda shows us why trail building and mountain biking helps him live life to the fullest
Makeovers of these fan favorites are worth a spin
Outdoor brands are creating face coverings designed for exercise and outdoor activities like biking and running. Do you need them, and do they work? We break it down.
'Common Ground,' narrated by photographer Jimmy Chin, reminds us that turning a passion for the outdoors into action requires a plan
Riding out the boom-and-bust tourism economy
From trails to post-ride tacos, the decorated Mountain Bike World Cup champ shares her favorite Northern California spots
Mountain-bike world-famous slickrock at our 62 Parks Traveler's 14th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year
The graphic artist, writer, and mountain biker wrote a poem about her complicated definition of racism
It took 16 riders several weeks—and countless laps—to find the most comfortable, protective, and versatile lids for downhill, cross-country, and everything in between
Last month the fitness giant tightened its paywall and announced it was recommitting to core users. Here's what has to happen for that to work.
The company's brand-new SB115 evolved from its super-capable SB100 cross-country model. The latest rendition is even more versatile and well suited to being an everyday trail bike for many.
Santa Cruz Bicycles celebrates the launch of its latest full-suspension ride, the 5010, by bringing back something truly retro
The professional mountain biker has never made race a platform. But amid the protests against racial injustice, he opens up about being Black in a predominantly white sport, the challenges he's faced on and off the track, and what we can all do to address bias in the outdoor community.
'Working Woman's Trans BC Enduro' follows two cyclists as they prepare for a six-day mountain-bike race in the Kootenay Range
With states across the country experimenting with phased reopenings, here's what the rest of the summer could mean for outdoor adventure
For those unfamiliar with northwest Arkansas, the region is quickly making a name for itself as a paradise for both road and mountain bikers
This task might seem daunting, but it's actually quick, simple, and cheap to do at home
This was the most exciting mountain-bike category of our test
The inside scoop on the locations for the 2020 Outside Bike Test
'Vision's Path' profiles mountain biker and trail builder Henry Lanman on his quest to create the ultimate trail
Top-notch gear for road and trail riding
Our testers loved how playful Revel's Rascal was and how it provided confidence in any terrain
What we learned from riding the best bikes of the year
Yes, it involves nonstop time in the saddle, lots of beer, and plenty of technical jargon
These innovative whips rode to the top of the heap
Patagonia's Nano-Air line works for almost any adventure, thanks to its rare combination of durability, stretch, and breathability
Organizers of the popular Grinduro California gravel event wanted to do better than its 15 percent non-male participation rate. So they set aside spots for women, femmes, and trans and nonbinary people, and sold out in four hours.
Seriously. They work for everything from backyard BBQs to all-day gravel rides.
In this segment, freeride mountain biker Kurt Sorge does what he does best: huck exposed lines from steep peaks
The Leadville 100 is an iconic mountain-bike event that puts racers through a course covering 100 miles and 12,000 feet of elevation change
The Scottish Highlands are filled with weaving singletrack that mountain-biking guide Chris Gibbs has been riding for years
This video from Red Bull follows mountain biker Carson Storch riding a course set up alongside Mount Washington's cog railway
Hemmed between the Oregon and Washington border, this windy water-sports mecca has something for everyone. Add it to your list of adventures worth waiting for.
Build explosive power with this simple routine from professional athlete Braydon Bringhurst
Develop explosive power and speed by training muscles to produce maximum force in the shortest possible time with these plyometric exercises
Jeremiah Bishop is still riding strong and staying healthy without a spring race schedule
Flatten the curve, skip the group ride, and head for the hills solo—it'll do wonders for your body and mind
Tinker Juarez continues to compete against—and beat—athletes half his age
The Mexico of your dreams still exists at the hiking and mountain-biking playground of Rancho Cacachilas