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4 of the Most Challenging Day
Hikes in the U.S.

By Clay Abney
4 of the Most Challenging Day Hikes in the U.S.

More People Disappear in the Alaska Triangle Than Anywhere in the U.S.

By Mike Richard
More People Disappear in the Alaska Triangle Than Anywhere in the U.S.

The World's Smartest Pop-Up
Tent Just Got Smarter

By Steven John
The World's Smartest Pop-Up Tent Just Got Smarter
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Outdoors

Tepui’s Latest Rooftop Tents and Gear Are Raising the Bar on Outdoor Adventuring

Think you need a hefty camper or a massive stash of gear to enjoy camping? Think again.
Posted — By LeeAnn Whittemore
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Outdoors

8 Best Outdoor Sunglasses of 2018

We’ve rounded up some of the latest technology to keep those eyeballs happy while running, hiking, biking, and more.
Posted — By Ross Collicutt
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Outdoors

4 Best Camping Hammocks for Backpackers, Hikers, and Outdoor Lovers

Because you deserve a deep, soul-searching session between two trees.
Posted — By Mike Richard
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Outdoors

4 High-Tech Shark Repellents to Help You Avoid Your Own Personal ‘Jaws’ Moment

They might seem expensive, but can you really put a price tag on your legs?
Posted — By Mike Richard
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Outdoors

The North Face Launches Epic Pop-up Shop High in the Italian Dolomites

The only way to get there? A two-hour hike into the Italian Alps.
Posted — By Mike Richard
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Outdoors

Is this the Fanciest (And Most Expensive) Pedal Boat Ever?

We love a regular old pedal boat as much as the next guy, but this one takes the cake.
Posted — By Chase McPeak

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Travel

Mooching, Whales, and Catching Kings: What It’s Like to Go Salmon Fishing in Alaska

It's more peaceful (and a lot easier) than you can imagine.
Posted — By Chase McPeak
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Outdoors

Patagonia X Danner Introduce the Last Fishing Boot You’ll Ever Buy in First-Ever Collab

The Foot Tractor Wading Boot, long a staple of the Patagonia catalog, sees even more improvement with the craftsmanship of Danner.
Posted — By Chelsea Batten
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Outdoors

The BioLite FirePit is a Portable Fire Pit That Doubles As a Grill

After a successful Kickstarter funding period, the BioLite FirePit is ready for retail!
Posted — By J Fergus
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Outdoors

6 Mystical Old-Growth Forests Around the World

"The clearest way into the universe is through a forest wilderness," says John Muir.
Posted — By Clay Abney
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Living

The Best Hiking Boots for Men, From Lightweight to Ultra-Plush

Happy feet means a happy hiker. Cheap boots that don’t fit right are a nightmare to hike in.
Posted — By Ross Collicutt
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Travel

Road Trip on 2 Wheels Instead of 4 Along United States Bicycle Route 66

Cyclists on USBR 66 ride on two-lane rural roads that parallel or exactly follow the original Route 66 motorway.
Posted — By Mike Richard
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Outdoors

5 Lesser-Known U.S. National Parks You Need to Visit

Did you know that some of the more obscure U.S. national parks are just as majestic as the popular ones, yet receive only a fraction of the visitors?
Posted — By Clay Abney
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Outdoors

When You Want to Get Away, But Not That Far Away, Try Urban Camping

While the classical version involves semi-legal squatting in a public area, in recent years, cities have exploited the practice of urban camping for recreation.
Posted — By Chelsea Batten
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Outdoors

Danner Teases New Lightweight Hiking Shoe Inspired by the Pacific Crest Trail

It's not a hiking boot and it's not a sneaker. It's a Trail 2650 and does what you want it to.
Posted — By Chase McPeak
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Outdoors

Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018: The Best Gear of the Year

After walking dozens of miles around the expo and seeing plenty of stuff to excite us, we narrowed down our long list of favorite stuff to just five "Best of Show" winners.
Posted — By Chase McPeak, Jahla Seppanen
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Outdoors

8 Epic Outdoor Yard Games for Endless Summer Fun

You don't need to head off to the beach or the campground to enjoy the outdoors.
Posted — By Digital Trends Staff
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Auto

The AEV OutPost II Is Your Dream Off-Road Jeep Wrangler, But You Can’t Have It

It's like a smaller, more badass RV and we're in love.
Posted — By Nicole Raney
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