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Cleat hitch sailing knot

These are the 8 sailing knots you need to know when out to sea

Take it upon yourself to master these sailing knots that will not only impress the skipper but will also come in handy when you least expect it.
Person walking in snow with snow gear on

Keep your digits defrosted this winter with these gloves and mittens

If you're serious about skiing and snowboarding, you need a pair of gloves that can keep up with you. These waterproof, durable options will keep you riding.
A house covered in snow in the winter

Your winter gear deserves serious protection: The best ski and snowboard bags

Ski and snowboard bags are essential for travel to avoid dinging and denting your expensive equipment, and many are padded, offering additional protection.
Four used mountain bikes lined up

3 great reasons you should never buy a used mountain bike

You may think that buying a used mountain bike will save you buckets of money, but it might just be a headache in the long run
A man riding a Specialized mountain bike down a difficult trail.

The 7 best mountain bike brands in 2024

If you want to choose the best mountain bike of any given day or month, one of the better ways to do so is to look at the latest bikes from these seven brands.
patagonia provisions

I bet you didn’t know that Patagonia makes food and beer

Patagonia, known for outdoor gear, now sells organic foods and seafoods under the Patagonia Provisions food umbrella. You need to see this for yourself.
A person holding a Hydro Flask.

There’s a big sale on Hydro Flask bottles happening today

REI, a popular outdoor outfitter, is having a major Hydro Flask sale where you can snag some bottles for nearly half the price.
Forge+Bond and CSS carbon fiber manufacturing

FORGE+BOND swaps hub, cuts price for revolutionary carbon fiber mountain bike wheels (almost) in half

FORGE+BOND, makers of revolutionary carbon fiber wheels for your mountain bike, swap the hub and drop price by almost half
A professional skier makes a jump-drop from a high cliff against the blue sky leaving a trail of snow powder in the mountains. Caucasian ridge in the background. Photo from the slopes of Mount Elbrus. The concept of extreme sports and recreation in the mountains in winter. Copy the space

A fan-favorite ski competition in Jackson Hole has been canceled, and you already know exactly why

Kings and Queens of Corbet's, a fan-favorite ski competition in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, has been cancelled for 2024
Sportcaravan Cube 1 Microcarvan Travel Trailer isolated on a studio background.

This tiny caravan uses one smart feature to almost double its space when parked

The pint-sized Cube 1 caravan's clever design feature is, as far as we know, entirely unique in the world of compact, lightweight travel trailers.
Man fishing in a river

There’s a new (old) fishing spot in Oregon as a river flows again for the first time in a century

The removal of dams from the Klamath River promises to enhance fishing opportunities and restore wildlife to its natural glory.
Jackery 3000 Pro.

We’ve tested ’em all: These are the best portable solar generators of 2024

Our expert has tested all the latest solar power generators, and these are the greatest for every task.
A tent set up as the sun rises.

Tent deals: Top tents from brands like Marmot from $74

Campers will love all of the tent options available at a discounted price during this REI sale.
sleeping bag guide bags lined in a tent

Sleeping bag deals: 56% off brands like Mountain Hardware

Shop discounted sleeping bags at REI before time runs out.
NIkon

Nikon binoculars are heavily discounted in REI’s latest sale

View everything in nature more clearly with discounted Nikon binoculars.
A man with black backpack and white helmet cycling to work on a road.

REI sale: 54% off bike helmets for mountain biking and cycling

Shop fresh and sleek helmets on REI for a insane discount.
ac future expandable luxury rv concept eth camper expanded

This expandable luxury RV concept previews the future of off-grid living, and it’s amazing

AC Future's expandable eTH concept RV hints at a future where "ordinary" campervans can expand to two-bedroom luxury apartments at the push of a button.
a man standing on a stone pillar in Grand Canyon National Park

A new study ranks the safest national parks to visit (Spoiler: Grand Canyon is pretty dangerous)

This safest national parks study reveals the best places to experience nature and wildlife with minimal risk.
A man hiking in Yosemite

How being stinky when hiking in the deep woods might actually save your life

When lost in the great outdoors, the unique scent produced by your body can play a crucial role in your rescue. Stinky is safe!
Person holding Jackery Explorer 300 in the woods.

Get this Jackery portable solar generator while it’s 35% off

With this deal at Amazon you can save more than $120 and add the Jackery Explorer 300 portable power station to your home or outdoor adventures.
Burton step on for kids and splitboarders

Get 30% off select Burton snowboards and accessories

Grab all the snowboarding gear you need during Burton's 30% off sale.
A man walks up a mountain in deep snow with a snowboard.

The 6 best hotels for IKON pass holders this ski and snowboarding season

IKON pass holders, read up: These are the 6 best hotels to stay at after a long day on the mountain
Arapahoe Basin resort in Colorado

Snowboarding and skiing news: Colorado’s Arapahoe Basin resort has a new owner

Arapahoe Basin, a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding, has been purchased by Alterra Mountian Company
Skier at Banff Sunshine Village

For skiing, snowboarding, and other dangerous activities, this is the only phone case we’ll use

When you're a skier, snowboarder, or adventurer, you need a robust phone case. Here's why the CLCKR G-Form Carbon case is our pick.
Heavenly Ski Resort gondola Lake Tahoe

One snowboarder in Lake Tahoe survived overnight in a gondola – here’s how

Lake Tahoe snowboarder Monica Laso endured an overnight ordeal in a gondola. Here's how it happened.
Palisades Tahoe Tram and Terrain

Clever skiing expert navigates a chute by ‘walking’ down

Matthias Weger found a new way to ski narrow chutes. When rock walls on both sides and a thin swath, the skier used an innovative solution to make it down.
Winnebago Ekko Sprinter Campervan parked on a sandy ridge.

Winnebago reveals the Ekko Sprinter, a camper van with more off-roading capability than ever

Winnebago's Ekko line gets an all-new flagship model: A Sprinter Van-based camper van that's ready to take you (and your four closest friends) anywhere.
Brown bear in the woods

The best bear spray for keeping safe in the backcountry (the one thing you should never leave home without)

The best defense for surviving a bear attack is having and — more importantly — knowing how to use a reliable bear spray.
Adventurers leaving footprints on the sand along the shores of California’s Lost Coast.

The 10 best backpacking trips for adventurers to take at least once

America boasts plenty of iconic trails. So, pack your bags and take on one of these backpacking trips because it's going to be one epic outdoor adventure.
Cummins Falls, Tennessee

13 ethereal swimming holes to dive into this 2024 – from Alaska to Florida

Forget trekking to Thailand or South America — the U.S. boasts some of the best natural swimming holes in the world. Here are our favorites.
Snowboarder jumping through powder glades

Snowboarding tips: How to get up when you fall in powder

Falling in powder takes away from snowboarding thrills. But there's an easy way to get going again. Here's how.
Arbor Annex Camber snowboard bottom graphics

Arbor snowboards review: The Annex Camber snowboard doesn’t back down

Looking for an all-mountain champion that carves powder and surfs groomers? The Arbor Annex Camber might be just what you need.
Forge+Bond and CSS carbon fiber manufacturing

I have seen the future of carbon fiber, and it’s going to transform everything around you

Carbon fiber is a dirty business, but Forge+Bond have a revolutionary new way to make carbon fiber products with almost zero waste.
Clew bindings hero image

Someone finally gave Clew bindings an honest review, and there’s a lot to unpack

Clew bindings are all over social media, and one online personalirty finally gave them an honest, objective review - and roasts Clew thoroughly
A man uses the Cub Cadet 3X 30-inch IntelliPOWER Snow Blower to clear his wet, heavy snow.

The 4 best snow blowers for wet and heavy snow in 2024

The best snow blowers for wet heavy snow were chosen for their ability to tackle a large job. Consider these three stage and two stage snow blowers for the job.
Salomon Huck Knife Pro snowboard

Salomon Huck Knife Pro snowboard review: Now I know why I see this board all over the X Games

Ever wonder why so many pro snowboarders ride the Huck Knife Pro in competitions like x Games? Us, too. Now we get it.
TRW PRIMO jacket and bib

Snowboard gear review: TREW PRIMO outerwear is a home run for skiers and snowboarders

Looking for great new ski or snowboard outerwear? We give the TREW Primo our full review, and we walked away pretty happy
Men With The Pot Creators with bottle of beer in the woods.

3 ways your mountain bike can open your next post-ride beer

Have you ever opened a beer with your mountain bike? It's a fun after-ride trick! Here's how you can do it
Proof's Volt Heated Jacket is a next-gen heated down jacket for any outdoor adventure.

Beat the cold with the 6 best heated jackets in 2024

Stay warm no matter what you are doing with these heated jackets.
Romp Skis Oso 105 Hero Image

Romp skis review: The Oso 105 is simply begging for powder

Looking for a great pair of skis that don't back down to any conditions? We think the Romp Oso 105 might be what you're looking for
A SRAM brand crank arm on a mountain bike

How SRAM fooled us all and changed the mountain bike industry…in a good way

SRAM leads the way in mountain bike component innovation. Not only has SRAM changed the mountain industry, they pulled the wool over our eyes while doing it.
The Little Nell Hotel Aspen

We love this luxury five-star ski resort in Aspen

Aspen is luxurious, we all know that, but this five-star ski resort has one standout feature no other in the area has
Stanley cups

The Stanley cup everyone is going crazy about is in stock today

Grab the viral Stanley Cup on Amazon before time runs out.
Skier in Austria

If you like skiing or snowboarding, you need to update your iPhone immediately – here’s why

With iOS 17.3, Apple improved its crash detection feature, which has been sending false reports of crashes for some skiers and snowboarders
A Bean Stock 2.0 ultralight travel trailer being towed down a wooded trail by a new Ford Bronco.

This $16K teardrop trailer is trail-ready and light enough to be towed by a Subaru Forester

Many teardrop trailers require heavier vehicles to tow them, but the new Bean trailer is towable by most midsize and compact SUVs and crossovers.
Skiing at Bergman Bowl Keystone

Keystone resort upgrade brings industry-first ‘green’ ski and snowboard run to high alpine terrain, lifts to 555 new acres

Keystone resort in Colorado recently added a high-altitude green run, an industry first, and lift access to 555 more acreage
Rider on a Ryvid Anthem electric motorcycle stopped on a street, overlooking a city.

For $100, you can preorder this incredible new electric motorcycle

Electric bikes and electric motorcycles are world apart, but that gap is closing thanks to a new e-motorcycle from Ryvid.
Young couple stepping into mountain stream with Westfalia Wave van in the background.

Westfalia just dropped a new camper — its first in over 20 years — that is perfect for van life

Westfalia is back with the Wave, a new van life vehicle and the company's first in over 20 years.
hydro flask travel tumbler deals amazon january 2024

Can’t find a Stanley? These Hydro Flask tumblers are 13% off today

Amazon has great deals on Hydro Flask travel tumblers that are perfect if you can't track down a Stanley flask right now.
Aerial view of two men snorkeling in clear, shallow tropical water.

Grab your mask and fins, and head to the best snorkeling spots in the U.S.

The U.S. offers many breathtaking snorkeling spots with glimpses of underwater volcanic craters, tropical fish, sea turtles, whales, eels, and more.