Skiing in the Pandemic: Ikon Destinations Outline 2020-21 COVID Protocols
Advance ticket sales only, priority access, and modified lift service — Ikon Pass resorts have begun to offer a first peek at what the 2020-21 ski season will look like.
‘Camp Monsters’: Spooky REI Podcast Is Back in Time for Halloween
Batsquatch, the Loveland Frogman, and something called a Snallygaster — if you’re looking for spine-chilling tales from the outdoors, this collab podcast from REI and YETI is just the ticket.
Trauma, Survival, Repair: Leatherman Introduces Emergency Kits
Teaming up with Tonquin Trading, Leatherman launches three preparedness kits, each with a signature multitool.
John Mayer Goes Outside: Musician Shows Off His (Not So) Rugged Side
Trading his guitar for a fishing rod and a camera, John Mayer finds all-new inspiration for the soul. And he (almost) learns to skip rocks.
Thin Air Gear Show Postponed, Employees Still Awaiting Pay
When COVID-19 struck, the Thin Air Gear Show promised to fill in the vacuum left by shuttered trade shows. But it now faces an uncertain and tumultuous future.
Bending Reality, Defying Gravity: ‘Wild West’ Offers Up MTB Stoke Like Never Before
You’ve never seen tricks like this before. You’ve never seen a video like this before.
Squaw Valley Will Change ‘Derogatory and Offensive’ Name
Officials of the popular California ski resort said they will announce a new name in early 2021.
Giant Exoskeleton Racing Is Real, and We Need to Try It
The future is here — and it’s racing inside ginormous, mech exo-suits. Because why the hell not?
Slave to Clicks: How COVID Infected Our Journalistic Standards
‘Gaiter Gate’ exposed the Achilles heel of quality journalism: The rush to be the first notification you see and the most gripping headline you read.
‘Farout’: Jeep Reveals Gnarly Gladiator Concept
Jeep may have canceled its annual Easter Safari concept vehicle exhibition this year. But it still came through with one heck of a ‘Farout’ truck.
Columbia Joins NASCAR: Outdoor Brand to Sponsor Bubba Wallace No. 43
Columbia Sportswear expands into motorsports for the first time, sponsoring one of NASCAR’s most popular and outspoken drivers.
$1,000 Schwinn: ‘Collegiate’ Returns for 125th Anniversary
The mainstay of your parents’ garage and so many freshman dorms is back in a big way. Schwinn will relaunch the Collegiate commuter bike for a very limited run.
Meet the New Stable of Super Bikes: Canyon Factory Racing
Canyon spins off a race-focused brand — Canyon Factory Racing — with an ‘illegal’ ultralight road bike for climbing and the brand’s fastest downhill machine for descents.
ASICS Launches Hydration-Friendly Running Mask That Cools the Air You Breathe
ASICS touts its Runners Face Cover as a ‘revolutionary’ mask that uses special vents, cools the air runners breathe, and allows the wearer to drink water.
Garmin Hacked in Massive Ransomware Attack: Service Returns to Normal
While Garmin assures customers no personal information was stolen, many are left wondering whether the adventure tech giant paid hackers a reported $10 million ransom.
Frame Failure: Rocky Mountain Recalls Thousands of Bikes
Frames can crack on alloy Instinct, Instinct BC, and Pipeline full-suspension mountain bikes.
Taking Down John Muir: Sierra Club Faces Founder’s ‘Racist’ History
The 128-year-old environmental advocacy organization acknowledged it had ’caused significant and immeasurable harm’ throughout its history.
Retro Schwinn Sting-Ray Returns: Storied ‘Grape Krate’ Bike Back for Limited Run
A special purple paint scheme that hasn’t been seen in more than 20 years hits Amazon shelves today. But Schwinn expects every one of these Sting-Ray bicycles to sell out soon.
Garmin Instinct Review: Solar Smartwatch offers ‘Unlimited Battery’
Backcountry fitness junkies take note, the Garmin Instinct Solar has more data than you will ever need, and enough battery to go the distance (as long as you’ve got sun).
Shimano, IMBA Launch Massive MTB Trail Fundraising Initiative
For every dollar you donate to an eligible mountain bike trail initiative, Shimano will match it. Here are the first 10 IMBA ‘Dig In’ fundraising projects.
Train Worker Thwarts Thief, Guards Bike for 4 Hours Until Owner Returns
A London man returned after work to find a cut lock and his bike gone. But his faith in humanity was restored, along with his wheels.
Bison Gores 72-Year-Old Woman Taking Pic in Yellowstone
The woman repeatedly got within 10 feet of the animal, park officials said.
Bear ‘Sentenced to Death’ After Attacking Hikers in Italy
Outraged activists claim the local government is indiscriminately culling bears without a ‘trial.’
Dirty Kanza Founder Ousted After Calling Fatal Shooting of Rayshard Brooks ‘Justified’
In a Facebook post, Jim Cummins said the Atlanta police officer who shot and killed 27-year-old Rayshard Brooks was ‘justified.’ Cummins challenged anyone who disagreed to unfriend him.
Just Get in Your Car and Drive: An Easy Cure for the COVID Blues
It may sound silly and obvious, but we need every little slice of sanity we can get these days.
Leatherman ‘Clean Contact Carabiner’ Is a Germaphobe’s Best Friend
On the heels of crowdfunded ‘touch-free’ tools, Leatherman steps in with its answer to shared-surface concerns.
Shakeups, Surprises, and … Canada? America’s Best Cities for Cycling in 2020
PeopleForBikes’ annual city ranking list has historically presented a lineup of the usual suspects. Not this year.
The Best Wireless Headphones You’ve Never Heard Of: Tranya Rimor Review
Tranya, a Hong Kong-based brand dedicated solely to personal audio, claims its $80 wireless workout headphones create a ‘musical feast for the senses.’ So, with hungry ears, we put ’em to the test.
Alex Honnold to Join Las Vegas Protests Tonight
‘I’m still a U.S. citizen and I still feel compelled to act toward a more just society,’ Honnold said.
Wetter the Better: Maho Sunglasses Designed to Stick as You Sweat
Whereas other brands target high-end glass, color-changing lenses, or floatable frames, Maho offers something different: sunglasses that stick.
The Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags of 2020
A sleeping bag is one of the most important pieces of camping gear. We’ve found the best backpacking sleeping bags for every use and budget.
