Black Diamond to Match $80K in Donations to Access Fund
In its latest campaign to protect climbing areas, Access Fund urges climbers to donate money for sustainable access to beloved crags.
Are You Healthier in the Mountains? Doctors Seek Volunteers for ‘High Altitude Research Center’
Among mountain dwellers worldwide, Coloradans are uniquely new to living at altitude. One research facility sees that as a learning opportunity.
Ultrarunners Desiree Linden and Molly Seidel Share Motivations in COROS Convo
If you want to watch two ultrarunning all-stars dish about life on the trail, grab a chair and push play on this revealing interview from COROS.
Adam Ondra Projecting Flatanger Route Harder Than ‘Silence’
After creating the world’s hardest sport route with ‘Silence’ (9c/5.15d), Adam Ondra now says he’s working on something even more difficult.
Bamboo vs. Metal or Carbon? New Zealand Brand Offers Solid Wood Handlebars
Passchier claims its wooden handlebars will stand up to rough terrain, long-term use, and all the elements. They also look pretty sweet.
British Climber Boulders Hands-Free — In a Tweed Suit
Most climbers understand the importance of good footwork, but this guy takes it to another level — while retaining a sense of playful fun.
Will Gadd Releases 9 Free Videos: ‘How to Ice Climb With Will Gadd’
If you’ve been looking for a masterclass in climbing on ice, Will Gadd just released a comprehensive course on YouTube.
‘It’s Just Kill to Kill’: Texas Parks & Wildlife Seeks Tips in Eagle Poaching Case
If you ever wondered why America’s national bird nearly went extinct, this story offers a pretty straightforward example.
Italian Lorenzo Casati Crowned Red Bull ‘King of the Air’ 2022
You don’t have to be a kiteboarding expert to understand that this Italian teenager represents a peak moment in this growing sport.
Hans Rey and Rob Warner Get ‘Gritty in Mexico City’
With his latest bike adventure, Hans Rey learns about Mexican culture while rolling through the bustling streets of its capital city.
Chaehyun Seo Becomes Second Woman to Onsight 5.14b
With two elite-level onsights days after sending a 5.15 route, the South Korean becomes the latest climber to prove herself equal to anyone.
Daniel Woods Makes 4th Ascent of Multiverse V15
No music and no dialogue: Just a two-minute send of a 19-move route that Daniel Woods called ‘damn near perfect.’
Watch Snowboarders Take the Spotlight in ‘Bahamas’
A handful of snowboarding’s biggest names get the movie star treatment in this action-packed reel of aerial stunts and winter hijinks.
Choose Your Own Sonic Adventure With Snowboarding Film
This unique snowboarding vid from YouTuber Gimbal God gives you options: enjoy the ambient sounds or cue it up with a killer track from Genesis Owuso.
Polaris Recalls 140K Snowmobiles for ‘Bursting’ Gas Tanks
The popular snowmobile cited instances of fire and injury from the defect.
Adam Ondra Puts Down ‘Second Hardest Route of My Life’
The hardest route remains the groundbreaking ‘Silence’ (9c/5.15d), a Norway route from 2017. This time, the tough send is in his native Czech Republic.
KAV Sports Improves on Award-Winning Design With Portola Kaze Bike Helmet
Time Magazine named the company’s original Portola helmet one of the year’s best inventions. KAV says it has already created a better one.
‘Like Yosemite in the ’50s’: Malawi’s Wealth of Climbing — And Community
For the climbers who visit Malawi, it’s not just about the abundance of cliffs waiting for first ascents — it’s about building community.
State Bicycle Co., Ham Cycles Launch Limited-Edition 4130 Road Bike
There’s only 50 bikes available in this limited-edition collaboration, so don’t wait too long to find one of these sweet rides.
A ‘Good Month’ for Drew Ruana: 7 V14 & V15 Sends, Including First Ascents
With this iPhone edit, Drew Ruana shows a talent for understatement. He actually sent seven routes at V14 and above in less than a month.
Zeb Powell’s Action-Packed Vid Will Make You Race for the Park
‘Nobody does it quite like Zeb Powell,’ Red Bull accurately points out in the description for its new vid about the sports star.
Park Tool Community Tool Grants Applications Open Today
Nonprofits can now apply for 2023 grants from Park Tool, which has donated more than $100,000 worth of bike tools and repair stands over 8 years.
Man to Climb Everest in Search for Brother’s Body in Disney Doc
British television personality Spencer Matthews teamed up with Nims Purja of ’14 Peaks’ for a documentary premiering next year.
onX Offroad Gets Snowmobile-Focused Updates: Access SNOTEL Data, Updated Snow Mode
With onX Offroad’s timely 2022 update, snowmobile lovers have a new option for staying safe while exploring the backcountry.
Montreal Street Stunts: Get Ideas for Early-Season Skiing Around Town
Why empty your wallet to ski at a resort when you can make a snow-covered city your playground? That’s what Mat Dufresne does in this laidback vid.
After 30 Years Unchanged, The North Face Debuts Redesigns ‘Icons RMST’ Line
More than 32 years after launching its Expedition System of clothing, the brand’s most significant innovations finally get an upgrade.
Murder Trial Verdict: Jury Finds Famous Skier Dean Cummings Not Guilty
The verdict came after compelling testimony from Cummings and doubts about the prosecution’s handling of the investigation.
‘Follow The Line!’ Watch Pro Snowboarder Teach Technique in Early Season
What happens when some stoked snowboarders hit Keystone, Colo., for early-season turns? A surprisingly helpful lesson in self-improvement.
‘Gonna Kill You’: Renowned Skier Claims Self-Defense in Murder Trial
The famous skier took the stand Monday in a New Mexico trial. Cummings faces three felony charges, including second-degree murder.
Meet the Only Woman Manager of a Men’s UCI ProTeam: Ro De Jonckere
With a longtime career in sports management, the Belgian native is currently the only female general manager in a men’s WorldTour or ProSeries team.
Moto Parilla’s Tricolore Combines E-Bikes, Motorbikes, and Enduro
This electric MTB functions as a pedal-assisted enduro bike, but with lines and features that nod at its bigger motorbike cousins.
