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An introduction to the fine sport of bouldering
Bouldering might just be the easiest sport to get into. Here's everything you need to know about how to get started, where to go, and what gear you need. -
The Opus OP15′ Is a Tricked-Out, Off-Road-Ready Travel Trailer
Sometimes, even hardcore outdoorsmen prefer to camp in style. This new travel trailer from British company Opus is set to deliver on both fronts … for a price. -
The Best Men’s Heritage Outdoor Apparel for Cool Weather
Shoulder seasons can be cold, miserable times. But they can also be the best times of the year. Not too hot. Not too cold. Just right — if you dress for them. -
How to (Almost) Painlessly Improve Your Running
Running is an enjoyable, exciting way to stay healthy, to help maintain your weight, and to escape a pursuing polar bear. -
An Honest Review of Smartwool’s New Intraknit Base Layer
Smartwool's buzzed-about base layer is finally out. Is it worth the price? We tested it on a freezing cold run to find out. -
The Lampuga Air Inflatable Jetboard Is a Go-Anywhere Aqua Thrill Ride
It might cost as much as a Toyota Yaris, but we guarantee it'll be a lot more fun to ride (and think of the looks you'll get from friends and family when they see you on it). -
How to Identify, Treat, and Survive a Spider Bite
Fatal spider bites are extremely rare. Even Jeff Daniels survived the most epic spider battle of all time. Here's what you'll need to do should you be bitten. -
Dirtbag Style Guide: 5 Lessons That Apply to Everyone
The constraints of living on the road lend themselves to some innovative solutions. -
‘Below Zero’ Book Review: Behold the Beauty of Life Lived in the Cold
The new 'Below Zero' book from Gestalten filled with photography and reflections by and about those intrepid souls who spend their lives where snow and ice hold sway. -
Slopestyle Mountain Bike Champion Emil Johansson Talks Tricks, Staying Fit, and More
Slopestyle champion Emil Johansson is seen by many as the future of the sport, especially with his near-perfect run at the recent Whistler Joyride competition. Find out what it takes to be a champ, from the champ. -
The Best Men’s Trail Running Gear for Warm Weather
Addicted to endorphins, most runners find their way to trail running, whether that be the local park or something further away, in the mountains. -
On the Road with Mikah Meyer, the First Person to Visit Every National Park Site in One Trip
What does it take to visit every National Park in the country? For Mikah Meyer, it took three years and thousands of miles. -
Professional Climber Adrian Ballinger on the Savage Mountain, No-Oxygen Climbing, and YouTube
K2 is the second-tallest mountain in the world and has killed 86 people, nearly 25% of those who have attempted the climb. Adrian Ballinger wanted to summit it without oxygen — and did. -
Taxa Outdoors’ Rugged Mantis Travel Trailer Just Got Even Better
The flagship travel trailer just got even bigger and better. TAXA is back with a redesigned model for 2019, making towable travel even better than before. -
Escape to the Pacific Northwest at Hoh Rainforest Caravan Cabins
Until space travel is a thing, these remote Pacific Northwest cabins might be the best way to get away from it all. -
Oru’s Origami-Inspired Inlet Kayak Will Be the World’s Most Portable Watercraft
You can go from backpack to paddling in less than three minutes, thanks to Oru's portable inlet kayak, which was created based on classic origami techniques. -
Mountain Hardwear Is Bringing Augmented Reality to the Great Outdoors
Want to save a trip to the store for new outdoor gear? Mountain Hardwear has developed an augmented reality app to do just that. Now, you can try on and try out gear from home. -
The Best Labor Day Deals on Outdoor Gear from REI, Backcountry, and More
If you can't swing a last-minute getaway this weekend, then you should take advantage of these gear sales for your next trip. -
This 3-Pound Rapid Raft Is the World’s Lightest, Most Packable Raft
Whether you like your outdoor adventures extreme or just prefer to be prepared, having an ultra-portable emergency raft is key. -
You Should Read Patagonia Founder Yvon Chouinard’s Guide to Life
The found of outdoor brand Patagonia recently released Some Stories, a collection of lessons he's learned in business and in life. -
Filson’s New Collection Honors Smokey Bear and the U.S. Fire Service
Happy 75th Birthday, Smokey! To celebrate, you can don a variety of items from Seattle-based outfitter Filson. -
Nevada’s Massacre Rim Named Latest International Dark Sky Sanctuary
The remote, 101,000-acre expanse is the largest Dark Sky Sanctuary in the U.S. -
World-Class Runner Caryn Lubetsky Didn’t Run Her First Marathon Until She Was 40
Over 135 miles and 20,000 feet and climbing? Caryn Lubetsky has done it. -
You Can Rent Jimmy Chin’s Personal Camper Van
This van is the sometime home of legendary adventurer and storyteller Jimmy Chin, who co-directed Free Solo and appears in it frequently. -
Rumpl NanoLoft Puffy Blanket is Made Entirely Out of Recycled Material
The Rumpl NanoLoft Puffy Blanket transforms plastic water bottle waste into effective and comfortable sleeping bag blankets. -
Looking Back at 70 Years of Nalgene, the Most Iconic Water Bottle
Here’s to you, Nalgene, and to another 70-plus years of fueling adventure, endurance, and environmental stewardship. -
5 Tips for How to Survive a Shark Attack
You may not ever encounter Jaws, but there is still plenty of fish in the sea. -
Uball Is the New Portable Basketball Hoop That Lets You Play Ball Anywhere
Basketball is one of the best sports for pick-up games. The one thing you can’t take with you, however, is the hoop – until now. -
The Best Camp Chairs You Can Buy on Amazon
If you’re a new camper looking to build up your adventure kit or just need to replace some old seats that are running ragged, read on. -
Book a Last-Minute Summer Camping Trip Just About Anywhere With Pitchup
Sometimes the best last-minute option for national park camping is nearby rather than inside. -
A Quick Overview of the Sustainable Adidas Outdoor and Five Ten Line Essentials
From recycled plastic shoes to reused polyester apparel, the Adidas Outdoor and Five Ten collections offer not only gear built for the outdoors, but goods made with eco-friendly practices, too. -
We’re in Love with the Look of Gerber’s New Everyday Carry Knives
Gerber calls it a collection of EDC knives with an added emphasis on aesthetic. Take a closer look at the Quadrant, Jukebox, and Straighlace. -
REI’s Gear Rental Program Will Change How You Experience the Outdoors
Now, you really have no excuse to not go kayaking on a beautiful day. -
The Best Binoculars for Birding, Backpacking, and Beyond
No matter what you’re planning — hiking, stargazing, embarking on your first safari — a good set of binoculars can make all the difference. -
Après-Hike: The Best Gear Kit to Sport After the Adventure
After a long day of hiking, you come back to your car starving, thirsty, and muddy. Do you have to to get cleaned up? Or do you have a nice kit waiting in the car for you? -
This Luxury Watch Prototype was Inspired by Cory Richard’s Latest Mount Everest Exploration
The Cory Richards x Vancheron Constantin watch might be the toughest and most trendy timepiece ever made. -
Is This Modern-Day Lumberjack Competition the Coolest Sport in the World?
Stihl Timbersports Competition involves axes, chainsaws, handsaws, and a whole lot of wood. So, yeah, it's pretty cool. -
Arc’teryx Wants to Buy Back Your Used Gear for the Good of the Planet
With the Rock Solid Used Gear program, Acr'teryx wants to buy back your gently used gear, repair it, and then resell it at a discount. -
A Closer Look at the Inspiration Behind Backcountry’s In-House Apparel
Clicking through online retailer Backcountry's catalog of your favorite outdoor recreation brands, you may have not have noticed a new development: a collection of athletic apparel made by Backcountry itself. -
Find the Most Unique, Undiscovered Campsites in the U.S. With Hipcamp
Booking the perfect campsite doesn't have to suck anymore. -
Grand Canyon Celebrates 100th Anniversary with New International Dark Sky Park Distinction
The iconic park was awarded Dark Sky Park status, cementing the Grand Canyon as one of the best places in the world for stargazing. As if you needed another reason to visit. -
Upgrade Your Gear with Innovative Camping Essentials that Go Beyond the Basics
The general rule of camping defines success by an inverse ratio of baggage brought to comfort enjoyed. Whatever you bring beyond the bare essentials needs to really prove its worth through versatility, clever design, and rugged performance. -
This Foil Packet French Dip Recipe is Great For Camping
A diner staple, now available over an open fire near you. -
Learn to Survive in the Mountains with NOLS’ Hardcore Outdoor School
Whether you’re a novice or an experienced outdoorsman, mountaineering is more accessible than you might expect. -
A Remote Camping Trip in Arizona’s Canyon de Chelly
The only way onto Canyon de Chelly in Arizona is with a trusted tour company that is partnered with the Navajo Nation, the owners of the land. Here's what you can expect. -
Take Your Cooler Back to the ’90s with the Igloo Throwback Collection
Everything from the '90s is new again, but nothing more so than the coveted Igloo Throwback collection. -
7 Shirts You Can Wear on the Trail and to the Office
Work shirts can be uncomfortable. They don’t breathe or wick moisture well. They don’t regulate temperature. They stink after a hard day. But does it have to be that way? -
Rock Out While You Work Out with Under Armour’s The Rock Earbuds
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Under Armour, and JBL worked together on these earbuds, designed specifically to handle both trips to the gym and laps around the track. -
We Tested the Recool, Igloo’s New Biodegradable Cooler
Size, ice retention, and durability — here's how a cooler made from biodegradable pulp performs. -
GoLite Makes Performance Apparel from Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic
They wick, stretch, regulate temperature, and repel moisture, all while making use of recycled fibers.