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National Park Service is Expanding Visitor Access: Is That a Good Thing?
The National Park Service has made major shifts in its rules regarding timed entry and access to parks and lakeshores, and opinions are divided on the changes.
Second Patagonia Store Moves To Join A Labor Union
Patagonia’s unionizing employees join a growing movement of union representation among outdoor retailers, including REI.
Dog Performance Apparel, Colombian Climbing Rope, Flash Stoves, and More Emerging Gear
We’ve got a little something for everyone in this week’s gear roundup, from cycling and climbing to backpacking and hiking with your furry friends.
Looks Good Enough to Wear to a Wedding, So I Did: Unbound Merino Travel Pants Review
These merino wool travel pants look dang good, so after 7 days in the jungles of Costa Rica, I wore them to a ceremony to prove their versatility.
It’s Back, Better, and Hybrid: 2026 Jeep Cherokee Review
After a first drive in the 2026 Cherokee Overland, I have a lot to share in my review. Jeep’s first series hybrid impressed.
Battle Over Bison: How the Icon of the American Prairie Became a Political Lightning Rod
A dispute over the national mammal that reaches far beyond one herd and into the future of grazing law, tribal restoration, and the tension between ranching and conservation in the West.
The Most Versatile Hybrid Boot I’ve Ever Skied: Scarpa 4-Quattro GT Review
The Scarpa 4-Quattro GT touring boots are the roomiest, dampest, and warmest in the lineup, and they’ll pivot to resort skiing without missing a beat.
Twinning: The CRKT Counterpart Maneuvers to be a Budget Bugout
Though the resemblance to the Bugout is uncanny, the sub-$100 Counterpart offers comparable performance for noticeably less.
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In the Fast Lane With the HOKA Cielo X1 3.0
Introducing the HOKA Cielo X1 3.0, the brand’s newest, lightest, and fastest super shoe.
OPINION
Battle Over Bison: How the Icon of the American Prairie Became a Political Lightning Rod
A dispute over the national mammal that reaches far beyond one herd and into the future of grazing law, tribal restoration, and the tension between ranching and conservation in the West.
BUYING GUIDES
The Best Wireless Earbuds and Headphones of 2026
Wireless earbuds are tiny keys, unlocking a world of mobile music. We compared tons of the leading wireless earbuds to determine the best of 2026.
VIDEOS
‘Riding Shotgun’ Series Explores the Future of Responsible Off-Highway Adventures
Motorsport expert Nick Olson joins Arizona’s Game and Fish Department in emphasizing: the future of off-highway driving depends on courtesy, not horsepower.
