The Best Car Camping Gear for Any Season
The Best Car Camping Gear for Any Season
Long nights, coolers full of beer, and comfortable beds are a good recipe for year-round car camping adventures. Here's what you need to bring.
Keen Gave Away 100,000 Pairs of Shoes to People Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic
Keen Gave Away 100,000 Pairs of Shoes to People Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic
In just five days, and working virtually, Keen launched the Together We Can Help campaign that gave away 100,000 pairs of shoes to people in need.
The Best New Everyday Carry Essentials for Men
The Best New Everyday Carry Essentials for Men
The best everyday carry accessories feature functional performance and stylish good looks, from your comb to your pocket notebook.
Get Far, Far Off-Grid With the Solar-Powered ERV Electric Camper
Get Far, Far Off-Grid With the Solar-Powered ERV Electric Camper
Few things clear a man’s head like disappearing into nature for a weekend (or a few months). Now, in a year where social distancing is essential, there’s never been a better time to find a legit escape. If you’re looking to get far, far off-grid, the ERV Electric Camper might be the perfect RV.
The Best National Parks to Visit Virtually From the Comfort (and Safety) of Your Home
The Best National Parks to Visit Virtually From the Comfort (and Safety) of Your Home
Don’t grab your hiking boots or daypack, but rather, travel over to Google Earth and explore the most scenic landscapes America has to offer.
The Health Benefits of Going Outside Are Critical While Social Distancing
The Health Benefits of Going Outside Are Critical While Social Distancing
Medical experts agree. Going outside is important for your health.
Who Needs Hobbits? Journey Through 6 Real-Life Adventures Books
Who Needs Hobbits? Journey Through 6 Real-Life Adventures Books
The books on our list of great nonfiction adventure books differ in topic and time period and are written in a range of different styles. The common thread is a compelling narrative detailing real events that just might inspire you to get out there and experience similar adventures for yourself.
The Best Adventure and Outdoor Books for Thrill Seekers, Survivalists, and More
The Best Adventure and Outdoor Books for Thrill Seekers, Survivalists, and More
Adventure is and should always be calling and if you can't escape the routine of daily life to get void blood pumping, these tales of adventure and survival will fill the void.
Surf Without Waves on the Awake Ravik S Electric Surfboard
Surf Without Waves on the Awake Ravik S Electric Surfboard
Sweden's Awake has just released the world’s most premium electric surfboard.
England to Unveil the World’s Longest Coastal Hiking Path Later This Year
England to Unveil the World’s Longest Coastal Hiking Path Later This Year
This year, England will unveil another world-class thru-hiking trail with the longest continuous coastal hiking path on the planet.
You Never Have to Wait for a Lift at a Human-Powered Ski Resort
You Never Have to Wait for a Lift at a Human-Powered Ski Resort
Bluebird Backcountry is America’s first human-powered ski resort. It has no lifts and no lift lines, just 1,500 acres of untouched snow begging to be skied.
How to Poop in the Woods: A Guide for When Nature Calls
How to Poop in the Woods: A Guide for When Nature Calls
The next time you're on a hike and your bowel movements take over, you'll wish you would've read this guide on how to shit in the woods.
The Effect of Coronavirus on Sports: The Ball Is in COVID-19’s Court
The Effect of Coronavirus on Sports: The Ball Is in COVID-19’s Court
The coronavirus pandemic has caused so many elements of daily life to come to a screeching halt, including the vast world of sports. Where do we go from here?
Jeep’s New $6K Fat Tire E-Bike Is Available for Pre-Order
Jeep’s New $6K Fat Tire E-Bike Is Available for Pre-Order
For Jeep's Super Bowl commercial, Bill Murray resurrected his role in Groundhog Day. The star of the ad wasn't Murray or even the 2020 Gladiator, however.
Fedor Konyukhov, the 68-Year-Old Adventurer, Plans to Balloon into Space
Fedor Konyukhov, the 68-Year-Old Adventurer, Plans to Balloon into Space
What do flying around the world in a hot air balloon, rowing 154 days across the ocean, and dogsledding a 1,150-mile race have in common? Fedor Konyukho.
An Interview With Photographer and Adventurer Cory Richards
An Interview With Photographer and Adventurer Cory Richards
We connected with Cory Richards to discuss his passion for the outdoors, photography, his struggle with PTSD, past and future expeditions, and, of course, gear.
KA-BAR’S Gunny Knife Is a Survival Blade Designed By the Legendary R. Lee Ermey
KA-BAR’S Gunny Knife Is a Survival Blade Designed By the Legendary R. Lee Ermey
R. Lee Ermey was born to play the role of an all-around badass. He dedicated his life both on- and off-screen as a veteran, patriot, actor, and philanthropist. American knifemaking icon KA-BAR just released Ermey’s last work, and it’s a fitting tribute to a truly great man.
How Keen Is Making Better Shoes and an Even Better Footprint
How Keen Is Making Better Shoes and an Even Better Footprint
Keen is a family-owned, Portland-based brand that made a name in the footwear space with a toe bumper. We got an inside look at how the company controls its supply chain to ensure minimal environmental impact.
8 Coolest Things We Saw at Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show 2021
8 Coolest Things We Saw at Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show 2021
The best gear showcased at Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show 2021 includes a tiny home, fire-starting kit, flexible ski boot, chemical-free waterproof jacket, and more.
Why Search and Rescue Calls Can Cost Unprepared U.S. Hikers Big
Why Search and Rescue Calls Can Cost Unprepared U.S. Hikers Big
In the U.S., search and rescue (SAR) operations are available throughout much of the country to save your bacon if shit hits the fan. But, you might be surprised to learn that it’s not a free public service in every state.
Carhartt Is Still Going Strong After 130 Years
Carhartt Is Still Going Strong After 130 Years
When you buy a product from Carhartt, you're getting top-quality hard-working apparel, just like customers have since the company was founded back in the 19th century.
Cam Honan Wants You to Take a Hike
Cam Honan Wants You to Take a Hike
Cam Honan's newest book, Wanderlust USA, is a beautifully photographed book that details 30 trails from across the United States.
What It Takes to Compete in the World’s Toughest Rowing Race
What It Takes to Compete in the World’s Toughest Rowing Race
On December 12, 2019, 35 teams varying in size from solo to 4-person teams set out from La Gomera in the Canary Islands in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Before they set foot back on land on the island of Antigua, they will row over 3,000 miles in this grueling journey.
How to Enjoy Watching Soccer When You’re Not a Diehard Fan
How to Enjoy Watching Soccer When You’re Not a Diehard Fan
Soccer is a global sport not everybody gets. Here's how to better enjoy the many facets of the beautiful game.
10 Companies Going Climate Neutral in 2021
10 Companies Going Climate Neutral in 2021
Climate Neutral is an organization that certifies companies that have offset 100% of their carbon emissions. Founded in 2018 by Peak Design, BioLite, and Avocado, it now has over 80 brands measuring their 2021 carbon emissions. Will your favorite brand certify Climate Neutral?
The Movement Movement: How Simple Movement Can Help You Reach Your Fitness Goals
The Movement Movement: How Simple Movement Can Help You Reach Your Fitness Goals
The “movement” trend calms everything down and brings it back to basics. This practice, which incorporates elements of gymnastics, dance, and martial arts, leads to fewer injuries and a better workout form in general.
Unique Running Tips from Elite Ultramarathoner Magda Boulet
Unique Running Tips from Elite Ultramarathoner Magda Boulet
If you’re building a bridge, hire a civil engineer. If you’re getting a triple bypass, find an experienced surgeon. And if you’re trying to get fit in 2020, you can learn a lot from Magda Boulet.
Why Utah Is America’s Four-Season Outdoor Playground
Why Utah Is America’s Four-Season Outdoor Playground
If you like being outdoors, there's never a bad time to visit Utah. It offers such a vast range of outdoor activities that you could try your hand at a half-dozen different pursuits each season and still only scratch the surface.
Jelle Veyt Is Cycling and Rowing Around the World to Tackle the 7 Summits
Jelle Veyt Is Cycling and Rowing Around the World to Tackle the 7 Summits
Belgian adventurer Jelle Veyt is completing a human-powered 7 Summits journey, riding and rowing over 50,000 miles to the tallest mountain on each continent.
How to Embrace the Winter, According to Eric Larsen
How to Embrace the Winter, According to Eric Larsen
What if you could embrace winter like you once did as a child and learn to reignite that enthusiastic approach to the cold months ahead? We’ve enlisted the professional help of polar adventurer and expedition guide, Eric Larsen, to give us tips on thriving as the temperature plummets outside.
Utah’s Luxurious Camp Sarika Retreat Is at the Heart of 5 National Parks
Utah’s Luxurious Camp Sarika Retreat Is at the Heart of 5 National Parks
Few life experiences are as beautiful, humbling, calming, eerie, and awe-inspiring as standing in the middle of a desert. One renowned U.S. resort is looking to capture that feeling -- plus a healthy dose of high-end luxury amenities to boot -- with an exclusive, all-new desert camp.
Pics or It Didn’t Happen: 5 Best Camera Bags for Trail or Travel
Pics or It Didn’t Happen: 5 Best Camera Bags for Trail or Travel
Carrying around thousands of dollars in glass and electronics is tough to do. Now take it up a mountain or to a different country — even harder. We've rounded up the best camera bags to keep you comfortable and your expensive gear safe in the city, the mountains, or other countries.
The Best Cyber Week Deals on Outdoor Gear
The Best Cyber Week Deals on Outdoor Gear
Cyber Week will boast deals on outdoor gear from our favorite retailers, such as REI, Backcountry, Columbia, and more. You'll find steep sales on men's apparel, camping gear, and more.
Merrell and Dogfish Head Team Up to Make Beer and Trail-Running Shoes
Merrell and Dogfish Head Team Up to Make Beer and Trail-Running Shoes
Merrell has made the Agility Synthesis X Dogfish trail-running shoe, which comes in a hard-to-miss "SeaQuench" color. It's a mix of decidedly marine-like green hues with a pattern reminiscent of algae on the upper. There's also algae in the midsole. And the outsole is 30% recycled material.
Yes, You Can Take Your Whole Family on an Overlanding Trip
Yes, You Can Take Your Whole Family on an Overlanding Trip
Overlanding with a family, especially with teenagers, is not as difficult as it sounds. A bit of preparation and some creativity on the go will make the adventure a great way to bond with your loved ones.
Does the World Need an $800 Vacuum-Insulated Cooler? Yeti Says Yes
Does the World Need an $800 Vacuum-Insulated Cooler? Yeti Says Yes
Yeti and Pelican are cooler brands revered by many, while others chastise them as ridiculously overpriced novelties marketed to yuppies who don’t know any better. The debate is set to become even more contentious with Yeti’s announcement of an all-new flagship $800 vacuum-insulated cooler.
Jake Burton Carpenter, Founder of Burton Snowboards, Passes Away at Age 65
Jake Burton Carpenter, Founder of Burton Snowboards, Passes Away at Age 65
Earlier this month, Jake Burton Carpenter (1954-2019) announced that his cancer had returned. On the morning of November 21, the Burton company issued a statement announcing that the godfather of snowboarding had passed away.
You Should Be Outside on National Take a Hike Day
You Should Be Outside on National Take a Hike Day
Look alive, outdoor lovers! November 17 (Sunday) is National Take a Hike Day. Save the sweatpants and Netflix for another weekend and take the opportunity to immerse yourself in nature this National Hiking Day.
What to Know About Hawaii’s National Parks
What to Know About Hawaii’s National Parks
When visiting Hawaii, it's a must to check out one of the two national parks located on the islands. With volcanoes and spectacular views, they give you a true look at just how beautiful Hawaii can be.
S.O.S.! The Best Personal Locator Beacons and Satellite Messengers
S.O.S.! The Best Personal Locator Beacons and Satellite Messengers
The illusion of an always-on connection to society and the internet can easily land the less prepared among us in trouble. For adventurous travelers, packing a lightweight personal locator beacon or two-way satellite messenger could mean the difference between life and death.
A Beginner’s Guide to Bikepacking: How to Roll and Where to Go
A Beginner’s Guide to Bikepacking: How to Roll and Where to Go
Simply put, bikepacking is a combination of backpacking and biking. It is a great choice for individuals, families, and groups that want to cover greater distances than they could on foot. Here's how to get started.
How to Run a Business and Not Kill the Planet With Climate Neutral
How to Run a Business and Not Kill the Planet With Climate Neutral
How do we save the planet and continue to build gear we need? Peak Design's Peter Dering and Climate Neutral have an answer.
Turn Any Pickup Into a Full-Featured Overland Camper With Port-Lite Expedition
Turn Any Pickup Into a Full-Featured Overland Camper With Port-Lite Expedition
There’s never been a better time to be an Everyman Expeditioner. Moderately fit adventures can buy a ticket to Antarctica, Mount Everest, and even space. Now, one Maine-based builder is promising to outfit almost any pickup truck owner with the tools to get far, far off-grid.
In Memoriam: Gert Boyle, Legendary ‘Tough Mother’ and Longtime Head of Columbia Sportswear, Has Passed at 95
In Memoriam: Gert Boyle, Legendary ‘Tough Mother’ and Longtime Head of Columbia Sportswear, Has Passed at 95
The woman responsible for making Columbia Sportswear a titan in the outdoor gear world, Gert Boyle passed away this week at the age of 95. Nicknamed "One tough mother," her ad campaigns brought notice and sales for decades.
Tim Bluhm on Fear, Survival, and the Healing Power of Music
Tim Bluhm on Fear, Survival, and the Healing Power of Music
The songs Tim wrote over the months of rehabilitation have been collected into a brand-new album, Sorta Surviving. Released on March 29, Sorta Surviving was recorded at Johnny Cash’s infamous Cash Cabin (just outside of Nashville) and produced by Dave Schools of Widespread Panic.
Keep Your Fresh Water Fresh With the Larq Self-Cleaning Bottle
Keep Your Fresh Water Fresh With the Larq Self-Cleaning Bottle
We’ve all gone a bit germ-crazy in the last two decades. Yet, there’s one thing most of us touch every day that’s undeniably filthy: A reusable water bottle. They’re natural breeding grounds for germs and bacteria, which is why one clever company devised an award-winning solution to combat the problem.
Between a Rock and a Hard Place: The Best Rock Climbing Places in the World
Between a Rock and a Hard Place: The Best Rock Climbing Places in the World
When you're finally ready to take your rock-climbing repertoire international, try out our picks for the best rock climbing places on Earth.
Midwestern Heritage Brands Stormy Kromer and Merrell Partner for the Ultimate Cold Weather Collection
Midwestern Heritage Brands Stormy Kromer and Merrell Partner for the Ultimate Cold Weather Collection
Two iconic Midwestern brands, Stormy Kromer and Merrell, have teamed up to create a collaboration capsule that blends style with functionality for even the coldest of Midwestern winters.
Tackle the World’s Most Famous Peaks With The North Face 7 Summits Collection
Tackle the World’s Most Famous Peaks With The North Face 7 Summits Collection
Climbing the world’s highest peaks is a worthy goal, but, for some, it's not enough. Ski-mountaineer Kit DesLauriers became the first person ever to summit and ski all Seven Summits. Now, The North Face is honoring her epic feat with a line of premium outdoor apparel that’s set to redefine outerwear.
The New Gerber Explore Collection Offers Up Great Holiday (or Anytime) Gift Ideas
The New Gerber Explore Collection Offers Up Great Holiday (or Anytime) Gift Ideas
The new Gerber Explore collection offers up gear that you can take just about anywhere and not have to worry about it breaking or going dull when you need it the most. From utensils to hatchets, it's got a little something for everyone.